Nataša Vučković – EU Civil Society Forum 2024 for the Western Balkans and Türkiye
ALDA President’s Speech at the EU Civil Society Forum 2024 for the Western Balkans and Türkiye On 11 June 2024, Nataša Vučković, ALDA President, delivered an opening speech at the EU Civil Society Forum 2024 for the Western Balkans and Türkiye, an annual event organised by the EU TACSO 3 project on behalf of the European Commission, DG NEAR. The aim of the event, which took place in Belgrade (Serbia) from June 11 to 13, was to provide space for the key stakeholders involved in civil society in the region to come together, network, and offer a platform for discussion…
Call for Proposals for the Active Achievement Fund for Regional Informal Groups is open!
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe project We are officially launching the open Call for Proposals for the Active Achievement Fund for Regional Informal Groups within the framework of the project Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe funded by the European Union. The main objective of this Call is to strengthen creative groups in the Western Balkans, particularly informal ones, by providing financial support for initiatives aiming to: 1. Increase youth activism in their communities and participation in structured dialogue with decision makers on public policies relevant to youth 2. Advocate for the adoption of European values and strengthening of democratic and…
Faculty of Law University of Belgrade – new master’s study program: Law and Gender
New Quality in Education for Gender Equality Faculty of Law University of Belgrade will start in the academic year 2024/2025 with the new master’s study program in English – LAW AND GENDER. Eligible are students from law, social sciences and humanities. The title achieved will be – MASTER OF LAWS IN LAW AND GENDER. The official enrollment will be announced in the mid of September 2024. The aims of the program shall be to offer adequate knowledge and skills for the work on both legal and non-legal jobs related to the gender mainstreaming in all relevant fields of law-making and…
How Young People Can Contribute to the European Integration Process of the WB6?
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe project The European integration of the Western Balkans Six (WB6) – Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia – is a crucial process for the stability and prosperity of the region. Young people play a pivotal role in this journey, bringing fresh perspectives, energy, and innovative solutions. Here's how they can make a significant impact: 1. Promoting Cross-Border Collaboration Young people can foster cross-border collaboration by engaging in regional exchange programs, joint projects, and cultural events. These activities help build mutual understanding, trust, and friendships among youth from different countries, laying a…
Open call for DIGITAL AGENDA “Digitalization Impact on Western Balkans Youth”
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE We invite you to APPLY for the POLITEIA Thematic Session DIGITAL AGENDA “Digitalization Impact on Western Balkans Youth” that will take place on June 19 -21, 2024, in Tirana, Albania. The hosting organization will be Academy of European Integration and Negotiations. The aim of the Session is to provide the young participants with an in-depth understanding of the current public policies and other documents related to the “Digitalization Impact on Western Balkans Youth”. Participants will also be introduced to the policy making process and policy document structure in general. The POLITEIA Thematic Session,…
Stepping into Leadership: ALDA newly elected President is Nataša Vučković
ALDA – European Association for Local Democracy On Monday, May 13 2024, Nataša Vučković was elected as the new President of ALDA during the ALDA General Assembly and Festival 2024, held in the city of Barcelona, Spain. Nataša’s journey with ALDA began in 2020 when she joined the Governing Board, bringing her wealth of experience and dedication to the forefront of the organisation. Recognising her exceptional leadership qualities, ALDA elevated her to the position of Vice President in 2023, a role in which she demonstrated unwavering commitment and vision. Nataša’s election as President was a result of a democratic process,…
Nataša Vučković, elected as President of the European Association for Local Democracy – ALDA
Dedicated to local democracy, human rights, gender equality, citizen participation, environmental protection, and other issues of importance “It is a great honour to receive the trust of such a large number of ALDA members and to lead the organisation over the following four-year period. This organisation experienced tremendous growth in recent years, with over a hundred employees operating in an increasing number of countries,” said Nataša Vučković following her election at the General Assembly of the European Association for Local Democracy, held in Barcelona from 13 to 15 May 2024, alongside the ALDA Festival themed ‘Local Democracy for Global Impact’….
Accelerate the adoption of the Occupational Health and Safety Strategy
CDF Statement on World Day for Safety and Health at Work On the occasion of the World Day for Safety and Health at Work, the Center for Democracy Foundation calls for expedited efforts in adopting the Occupational Health and Safety Strategy along with an action plan for its implementation. In Serbia in the past year alone (2023), 1,322 workplace injuries were recorded, of which 14 resulted in fatalities and 1,308 were serious workplace injuries, according to the report from the Administration for Occupational Safety and Health. These are workplace injuries reported by employers. It is therefore reasonable to assume that…
Vučković: We cannot isolate ourselves from the international community; we’ve already tried that and it doesn’t work
Interview with Nataša Vučković for FoNet News Agency In an interview with the News Agency FoNet, Nataša Vučković from the Center for Democracy stated that our parliamentarians are adopting the style of speech used in the Serbian Parliament when addressing the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. She hopes that Belgrade will not make the mistake of withdrawing from the Council of Europe in the event of Kosovo's accession, as this would put an end to European integration. “Council of Europe membership is a precondition for us gaining EU membership,” explained Vučković in the Catch 23 series, noting that…
Reform Acceleration Necessary in Respect of Social Policies and Employment
Press Release of the NCEU Working Group for Negotiating Chapter 19 Members of the Working Group for the National Convention on the European Union (NCEU) for Chapters 2 and 19 deliberated on the implementation of reforms concerning Negotiating Chapter 19 – Social Policy and Employment. The conclusion of said deliberations was the necessity to request the competent Ministry and the Government of the Republic of Serbia to accelerate reforms in the field of social policy, reform of labour legislation, and to implement initiated reforms regarding occupational health and safety, gender equality, social inclusion, and combating discrimination more efficiently. The Working…
Call for Proposals for the Youth Fund „Local Youth Initiatives“ is open!
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe We are officially launching the open Call for Proposals for the Youth Fund „Local Youth Initiatives“ within the framework of the project Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe funded by the European Union. Youth Fund for Local Youth Initiatives provides grants to support civil society organizations for projects that will improve and develop participatory youth policies in communities of the Western Balkans by supporting youth initiatives and fostering active citizenship and participation of young people in monitoring reforms and policies impacting youth in the region. Eligible organizations for applying are civil society organizations registered in Albania,…
Nataša Vučković Participated in the EU-Serbia JCC Meeting in Brussels
EU-Serbia Joint Consultative Committee’s (JCC) declaration adopted Nataša Vučković, General Secretary of the Center for Democracy Foundation, participated in the meeting of the EU-Serbia Joint Consultative Committee (JCC) at the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) in Brussels. At the meeting held on 5 April 2024, Vučković emphasised the need for the Serbian government to improve the way it presents the process of Serbia's accession to the European Union and to demonstrate its dedication to the implementation of laws and reforms. The JCC discussed the current state of play in EU-Serbia relations and accession process negotiations with the EU, the…
