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Activities
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Published National reports on collective bargaining in Serbia - CEECAW
CEECAW project
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Happy Holidays! Srećni praznici!
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Meeting of the Management Board of the Center for Democracy Foundation
Belgrade, December 23, 2024.
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Applications for the POLITEIA School for Youth Participation are now OPEN!
“Politeia – Knowledge Hub for Active Youth”
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To Adopt a Culture Strategy in Serbia Aligned with the National Youth Strategy – 3rd National Youth Dialogue Session on Culture and Cultural Heritage Held
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE
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Strengthening the Capacity of Local Governments to Support Informal Waste Collectors
The Joint UN Programme "PRO - Local Governance for People and Nature"
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Freedom of Expression and Assembly for Students Must Not Be Undermined
National Convention on the European Union (NCEU)
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Human Rights Are Interconnected and Indivisible, and All Must Be Respected!
Statement issued by the Centre for Democracy Foundation on the occasion of International Human Rights Day
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New Monitoring Report by the “SDGs for All” Platform: Is the End Goal in Sight?
“SDGs for All” Platform
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CDF representatives visited sub-grantee LEAD from Skopje
“Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe - RYDE”
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Vučković: Support Young People Fighting for the Common Good
Nataša Vučković on TV N1 Newsnight Programme
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Labour Rights in Focus: How to Improve Occupational Health and Safety in Serbia?
Initiative for Global Solidarity (IGS)
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Nataša Vučković: Social and Labour Rights on the Margins of Integration
Authored article by Nataša Vučković for Novi Magazin
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Second National Policy Lab on Culture and Cultural Heritage Held
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE
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Workplace Mobbing in Serbia: An Invisible Issue Demanding Louder Solutions
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Regional Solidarity and Cooperation: Key to Advancing Labour Rights
Collaboration Between Trade Unions and Civil Society Organisations – Regional Academy on Decent Work 2024
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Celebrating Democracy and European Values, Support to Ukraine and EU Enlargement
Natasa Vucković at the Autumn University hosted by European Movement in France
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First National Policy Lab (Youth Dialogue Session) on Culture and Cultural Heritage Held
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe - RYDE
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Vice President of the Center for Democracy Foundation, Vida Ognjenović, Elected as a Member of SANU
An interview with theater director, writer, and professor Vida Ognjenović for N1 TV
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Support for improving the living conditions of informal waste pickers within the PRO program
Better access to healthcare, education, and social services, training, mentorship, and support for employment
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First Regional Policy Lab (Youth Dialogue Session) on Culture and Cultural Heritage Held
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe - RYDE
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Experts Call for Reforms: Improved Planning of the Healthcare System Needed
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Public Reading of the European Commission Report on Serbia: Limited Progress, Authorities Urged to Take Recommendations Seriously
The traditional Public Reading of the European Commission Report on Serbia 2024 took place on 1 November 2024
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NCEU Book of Recommendations 2024 (Summary)
National Convention on the European Union
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The Comparative Analysis of Youth Policies in the Western Balkans (WB)
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe (RYDE) project
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Allow Students to Engage in Student Politics unhindered!
On the participation of youth at universities with STAV - an informal group
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On Opportunities and Effects of Youth Participation in Cultural Life
Meeting with the Managing Director of the Gallery of Matica Srpska in Novi Sad
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Needs of Waste Collectors and Their Families - How to Provide Systemic Support?
Joint UN Programme "PRO - Local Governance for People and Nature"
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A fifth of citizens at risk of poverty, adoption of the Social Protection Strategy urgent
Statement from the Center for Democracy Foundation on the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
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Call for a Regional Internship Program is open!
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe - RYDE
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Vučković: Utilising Positive Energy for EU Expansion
Interview for FoNet on the anniversary of the Berlin Process
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Call for participation: Policy Labs on Youth, Participation, Employment, Health, Media, and Culture
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe - RYDE
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Civil Society and Thirty Years of the Fight for Democracy
Belgrade, 3.10.2024.
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Common Challenges/Common Solutions: The Role of Youth Along the Western Balkans’ Path to the EU
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe - RYDE
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Education for Democracy in Times of Crisis: Are Our Schools Ready for Change?
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Intermunicipal exchange in Užice on local development planning
“SDGs for ALL” Platform
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Vučković in Strasbourg: Collaboration Opening New Opportunities for Ukrainian Citizens
ALDA – Enhancing Local Democracy with Support from European Partners
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Gender Equality – A Priority for Academia, Independent Institutions, and Civil Society
Promotion of the New Master’s Programme in Law and Gender
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Participation of Western Balkan Youth in Social Processes – ReLOaD2 Conference
FCD at the Regional ReLOaD2 Conference in Podgorica
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International Day of Democracy
Statement by the Center for Democracy Foundation on the International Day of Democracy
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Seminar on Social Dialogue and Collective Bargaining in the Areas of Care, Waste Management, and Public Administration
CEECAW Project
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Open Letter of the National Convention on the EU
NCEU, 27.8.2024
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Journalists’ Rights and Freedoms Must Be Protected!
Press Release: CDF Supports Journalist Tamara Skrozza and News Agency FoNet
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Youth Fund „Local Youth Initiatives“ - Supporting regional projects
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe - RYDE
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Ensuring that All Employed Women Can Access Maternity Leave and Other Labour Rights
Open Dialogue on the Position of Pregnant Women and Mothers in the Labour Market
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Annual Report on Labour Rights in the Republic of Serbia Presented
Contribution to the Promotion and Advancement of Labour Rights
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Contribution of Academia and Civil Society to the Promotion and Advancement of Gender Equality
Promotion of the New Master’s Programme in Law and Gender at the Faculty of Law, University of Belgrade
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Collaboration Between Trade Unions and Civil Society Organisations in the Protection of Human Rights in Companies
Initiative for Global Solidarity (IGS)
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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
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Call for Proposals for the Active Achievement Fund for Regional Informal Groups is open!
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe project
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Faculty of Law University of Belgrade - new master’s study program: Law and Gender
New Quality in Education for Gender Equality
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How Young People Can Contribute to the European Integration Process of the WB6?
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe project
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Open call for DIGITAL AGENDA “Digitalization Impact on Western Balkans Youth”
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe - RYDE
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Stepping into Leadership: ALDA newly elected President is Nataša Vučković
ALDA - European Association for Local Democracy
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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
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Accelerate the adoption of the Occupational Health and Safety Strategy
CDF Statement on World Day for Safety and Health at Work
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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
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Reform Acceleration Necessary in Respect of Social Policies and Employment
Press Release of the NCEU Working Group for Negotiating Chapter 19
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Call for Proposals for the Youth Fund „Local Youth Initiatives“ is open!
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe
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Nataša Vučković Participated in the EU-Serbia JCC Meeting in Brussels
EU-Serbia Joint Consultative Committee’s (JCC) declaration adopted
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The Die is Cast - Now What?
Nataša Vučković, author of the text for Novi Magazin weekly newsmagazine
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Public debate on the initiative for adopting a social protection strategy
SDGs for All Platform
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Nataša Vučković at the European Summit of Regions and Cities
Democracy, sustainable development, just transition, the future of the European Union and its enlargement...
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Call to the future Government to continue with commitment to sustainable development and the 2030 Agenda implementation
SDGs for All Platform
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Debate: Long-term Effects of Gender Discrimination in the Labour Market
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Vučković in Brussels: Civil Society Organisation Play an Important Role in the European Integration Process
EESC Civil Society Week 2024
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Round table: Discrimination in the Workplace and Protective Mechanisms
Initiative for Global Solidarity (IGS)
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On youth political participation and youth policies with parliamentarians and civil society representatives from the Western Balkans
CDF representatives at the 4th "Bridging the Gap" in Tirana
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Equality and Social Justice for All Inhabitants of Serbia
CDF Announcement Commemorating World Day of Social Justice
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CDF: Human Rights Guarantee Equality for All and Must be Respected!
Announcement concerning the difficult situation of Indian workers at the construction site of the Linglong factory in Zrenjanin
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Western Balkans Youth in Policy Making Processes
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe Project (RYDE)
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Navigating the EU Youth Dialogue and Strengthening Youth Decision-Making in Serbia
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe project
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Analysis: Poverty Reduction Through Sustainable Agriculture in Serbia
SDGs for All Platform
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Happy Holidays! Srećni praznici!
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CDF: Stopping Attacks on Civil Society and Youth Activists
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Round table: The Role of Civil Society in Protecting Human Rights in Companies
Initiative for Global Solidarity (IGS)
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Foundation’s Management Board and Founders Assembly meeting
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CDF: Call for Serbian citizenry to vote in the upcoming elections
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Freedom, Equality and Justice for All
Announcement Ahead of International Human Rights Day
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Conference: „Key challenges in ensuring gender equality in Serbia: fight against gender-based violence against women and recognition of unpaid work”
“Mentoring and Monitoring for Real Impact” Project
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Debate: The Social Dimension of EU Integration - What Reforms Lie Ahead?
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Politeia Thematic Session - Green Agenda and Public Policy-making in the Western Balkans
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe project
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Workshops for the empowerment of women’s organisations and the improvement of gender equality
Mentoring and Monitoring for Real Impact project
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Nataša Vučković Elected to Membership in the EU-Serbia Civil Society Joint Consultative Committee (JCC)
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Annual Conference: The 2030 Agenda in the Focus: Serbia’s Sustainable Development Path
„SDGs for All“ Platform
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Applications for POLITEIA Thematic Session „Green Agenda and Policy Making in the Western Balkans“ are open!
The deadline for submitting application is November 23, 2023
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Public reading of the European Commission 2023 Report on Serbia
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Vučković: The European Commission Report indicates how Europe views us
Interview with Nataša Vučković for FoNet
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Presentation of the Book of Recommendations of the National Convention on the European Union 2023
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Public debate: The German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act - Implications for Human Rights in Serbia
Initiative for Global Solidarity (IGS)
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Debate: Social Protection System and/or Helicopter Money
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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The eradication of poverty must be a priority of the state and society
CDF Announcement Ahead of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
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CDF: We insist on adherence to decent work standards
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Training - Enhancing the Impact of Gender Mainstreaming
Mentoring and Monitoring for Real Impact project
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Meeting of the expert thematic group "Eradication of poverty" on the advocacy initiative "Clarifying the concept of single parents"
SDGs for All Platform
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Debate: Living Standard of the Citizenry and the Autum-Winter of 2023/2024
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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There is growing dissatisfaction among the people resulting from the economic situation and increased violence in society
Nataša Vučković, Secretary General of the CDF at a guest appearance on TV Nova S
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International Day of Democracy
The citizens of Serbia need more justice, which can only be provided by functional democratic institutions
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Sustainable economic growth is feasible only if accompanied by decent work
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CDF: Support for the demands of trade unions to increase minimum wage
Minimum wages must follow the real cost of living and enable a dignified life for employees and their families
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Nataša Vučković and Miloš Đajić became the members of the Council for the Creation of a Stimulating Environment for the Development of Civil Society
Thank you for your trust and support!
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EU Integration, Dialogue, Cooperation and Participation of Youth in Western Balkans - POLITEIA Regional School 2023
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe / 2023 Politeia Regional School for Youth Participation
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Nataša Vučković on the role of civil society and the citizens in European integration
When we talk about the role of civil society, we are actually talking about the role of the citizens in European integration...
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Dialogue and understanding in the region for a safer path to the EU
POLITEIA Regional School for Youth Participation 2023
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Opening of POLITEIA Regional School for Youth Participation 2023
Niš, Serbia • 6-12 July 2023
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Vučković: In terms of public administration reform, the least amount of progress was made in depoliticization
Insider TV, „Marker“
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Nataša Vučković for Nova S: Hate speech is intolerable for an institution such as the National Assembly
TV Nova S, „Među nama“
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Public debate: What does the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act Mean for Serbian Companies?
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Debate in Pančevo: Labour Rights for Persons with Disabilities - Caught Between the Law and What Happens in Practice
Social and Economic Rights and Sustainable Development project
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On the eve of the General Assembly, the Governing Board of ALDA elects Nataša Vučković as new Vice President
ALDA – European Association for Local Democracy
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Partners` Meeting on the "Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe" project in Niš
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe
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Applications for POLITEIA Regional School for Youth Participation 2023 are open!
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe
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Debate: Are you a woman worker or a man director?
The impact of gender-sensitive language on the socio-economic position of women
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Debate: Availability of Primary and Secondary Education and Health Care Services in the Local Community
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Nataša Vučković - Europe Day 2023
Nataša Vučković, member of ALDA Governing Board and Secretary General of the Centre for Democracy Foundation
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Harmonise labour legislation with the EU Acquis
CDF Announcement: International Labour Day
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Vučković for N1 TV: We have to identify the priorities of our youths and to create opportunities for realisation
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Talks about rule of law, reforms and Serbia’s progress in accession negotiations with the EU
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Debate in Smederevo: We’ve finished school - now what do we do for employment?
- Youth Employment Opportunities and Challenges in Serbia’s Labour Market -
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Vučković: Reforms and EU membership will lead to a better standard of living
Let Justice Rule the Region, NCEU
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Improving services of public interest in local communities in order to better quality of life
40% of municipalities in Serbia lack public transportation - that’s one million people!
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Spring School - Law and Gender
The Faculty of Law University of Belgrade
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Debate: What will the new Law on Occupational Health and Safety mean for the people?
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Meeting of the Expert Thematic Group - Eradicating Poverty
SDGs for All Platform
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Debate: Amendments to the Law on Employing Foreign Workers - what will be the position of foreign workers in Serbia?
Socio-economic Rights and Sustainable Development project
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CDF: Supporting professors of the Faculty of Political Sciences
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National dialogue on social inclusion and economic empowerment of Roma men and women and other marginalized groups
"Inclusion of Roma and other marginalized groups in Serbia"
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Nataša Vučković, member of the Working Group organised to prepare the Draft Development Plan of the Republic of Serbia
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CDF: Stopping violence against women in Serbia
CDF Announcement: International Women’s Day
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Nataša Vučković at the ALDA Governing Board held in Brussels
ALDA Governing Board meets in Brussels, welcoming new members and discussing on key future events
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The CDF as a member of the Council for Gender Equality and the Council for Monitoring the Implementation of the Strategy of Prevention and Protection Against Discrimination
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Nataša Vučković for Nova S TV: The people expect the judicial system to deliver justice
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CDF: Improving social services in the community, with the aim of improving the quality of life of the poor
Announcement Commemorating World Day of Social Justice
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Messages of peace and support to our colleagues in the civil society of Ukraine
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Vučković for K1 TV: Poverty data is worrisome; it is necessary to increase Financial Social Assistance and Child Allowance
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Successful implementation of the Erasmus+ project - SMELT
Skilling Marginalized people to enter the Labour Market
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Nataša Vučković speaks to Nova S TV on the Council of Europe and Kosovo
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Vulnerable Households in Serbia Face Unique Challenges due to Ukrainian Crisis
“Extending Social Protection to Families in Serbia with Enhanced Shock-Responsiveness”
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SMELT Final Conference: The conclusion of a path characterised by professionalism, humanity and empathy
SMELT - Skilling Marginalized people to Enter Labour Market
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LAWGEM leads to the publication of the textbook Gender-Competent Legal Education and the first book in the Gender Perspectives in Law edition
New Quality in Education for Gender Equality - Strategic Partnership for the Development of Master’s Study Program LAW AND GENDER, LAWGEM
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Center for Democracy Foundation
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Vučković: Public Support for EU Integration Crucial
Nataša Vučković at the Plenary Session of the National Convention on the EU
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Annual conference „Economic and Energy Crisis, Labour Market and Decent Work in Serbia“
„Social and Economic Rights and Sustainable Development“ project
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Online campaign: Advantages of the new model of the Employment Act
„Social and Economic Rights and Sustainable Development“ project
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Consultative Workshop on the Impact of Economic Policies on Society
Policies Beneficial to All - Improving Monitoring of the Impact of Economic Policies on Society
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Ending the Fragmentation of Labour Legislation and Application of the Law on Social Cards
The NCEU Working Group, which monitors Chapter 2 - Freedom of Movement for Workers and Chapter 19 - Social Policy and Employment
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Debate in Niš: Availability of Social Services in the Local Community
The Policies Beneficial to All - Improving Monitoring of the Impact of Economic Policies on Society project
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Natasa Vuckovic on EP Resolution and Serbia’s EU Integration
Talk show Studio Live, N1 TV
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National Convention on the European Union Welcomes Positive Developments Relative to Regional Cooperation
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Euroscepticism as an excuse to maintain status quo
Nataša Vučković, author of the text for Novi Magazin weekly newsmagazine
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Debate: Civic Activism as the Last Line in the Defence of Democracy
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Conference: Platform of Organisations for Cooperation with UN Human Rights Mechanisms
Universal Periodic Review (UPR): A Discussion on the Fulfilment of the Recommendations Addressed to Serbia after the Third Cycle
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Debate in Novi Sad: Green Jobs and Socio-economic Rights
Socio-economic Rights and Sustainable Development project
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Vučković for N1: Serbia’s EU Membership Is an Important Objective but the Road to Membership Has Great Value in Itself
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Public reading of the European Commission 2022 Report on Serbia
Monday 17 October 2022
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Debate in Veliko Gradište: What Flows Through the Pek River?
The Policies Beneficial to All - Improving Monitoring of the Impact of Economic Policies on Society project
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Debate in Požega: Formalising Youth Employment
„Social and Economic Rights and Sustainable Development“ project
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The 5 of October - An Important Day in Serbia’s History When the People Chose Democracy and Europe
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Debate: Subsidies for Investors, While Workers’ Labour Rights Are Violated
Social and Economic Rights and Sustainable Development project
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Vital Application of the ‘Leave No One Behind’ Principle. The 2030 Agenda in Practice
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Debate: Energy Crisis and the Position of the Poor in Serbia
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Workshop: Together toward Decent Work Standards for LGBT+ People and Sustainable Development
The workshop was organised through the programme Belgrade EuroPride 2022
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Nataša Vučković for Blic: America’s participation in the dialogue is critical
Interview: Secretary General of the CDF for Blic Weekly
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About EU integrations, regional collaboration and the fighting the ‘captured state’
‘Recover, Restart, Retool 2022’ (Korčula School Think Tank)
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Vučković: The main issue is whether transitioning out of poverty is sustainable
Secretary General of the CDF during the COSMO WDR podcast
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Vuckovic: Opening accession negotiations with North Macedonia and Albania is encouraging news
Secretary General at CDF and Coordinator of Intersectoral Working Group for Regional Cooperation within National Convention on the European Union (NCEU)
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It is important to recognise and support the need to improve regional collaboration
Nataša Vučković at the regional conference Novi Sad Plenum Quo Vadis Balkan?
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Public debate: Elderly poverty in Serbia and Agenda 2030
SDGs for All Platform
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LAWGEM Conference – Feminist Legacy in Legal Theory and Practice
30 June – July 1, 2022
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Living Wage Declaration signed
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Together Toward Achieving the Decent Work Standard for Women and Sustainable Development Workshop
Social and Economic Rights and Sustainable Development project
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Artificial Intelligence and the World of Work in Serbia debate
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Training "Sustainable Development Goals at the local level" in Zajecar, Pirot and Apatin
SDGs for All Platform
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Annual conference: 2030 Agenda – Together Toward a Sustainable Future
SDGs for All Platform
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Can there be democracy without the European Union?
Nataša Vučković, author of the text published in Danas newsmagazine
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Public debate: Child Poverty and the 2030 Agenda
SDGs for All Platform
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Vučković: EU membership perspective must be revitalised
Nataša Vučković, Talk show Među nama, TV Nova S
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CDF welcomes Dajana Ostojic, a new team member
Dajana Ostojić, Project Coordinator at Center for Democracy Foundation
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Nataša Vučković at the ALDA General Assembly held in Strasbourg
Supporting local democracy, supporting peace and resilience
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Times of Temptation for Both the Government and the Opposition, Alike
Nataša Vučković, author of the text for Novi Magazin weekly newsmagazine
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Debate: Green Jobs in Serbia
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum
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Training - Analysing Social Impact - Instruments, Methods and Techniques
Policies Beneficial to All - Improving Monitoring of the Impact of Economic Policies on Society
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Public debate: To What Extent Does Energy Saving Contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals
SDGs for All Platform
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Meeting - Working Group of the National Convention on the European Union
Working group for Chapters 2 (Freedom of Movement for Workers) and 19 (Social Policy and Employment)
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Nataša Vučković at the Delphi Economic Forum VII (VIDEO)
„Rethinking Liberalism: The Revenge of Emotions“
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Public debate: Contribution of the Economic Reforms Programme (ERP) to Achieving SDG 5 - Gender Equality
SDGs for All Platform
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NGO Network Calls Citizens to Take Part in the Democratic Election Process
Press Release
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Debate: Labour and Other Social Rights in the Upcoming Election Programmes
Social and Economic Rights and Sustainable Development project
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It is important for the voices of the people of the Western Balkans to be heard at the Conference on the Future of Europe
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Webinar: Discrimination of the Elderly and the 2030 Agenda
Sustainable Development for All Platform
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Natasa Vuckovic: New Reality and the Election Campaign in Serbia
FES Publication Towards a Revival of Democracy: Perspectives on the Elections in Serbia 2022
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Debate: Education and Lifelong Learning Strategy
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Dragoljub Mićunović at the Conference of the IFDT (Institute for Philosophy and Social Theory)
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CDF Announcement: International Women’s Day
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Vučković: Serbia’s sincerity on the path to the EU must be confirmed now and in future (VIDEO)
Nataša Vučković for TV N1 from the Kopaonik Business Forum
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ALDA - Dedicated to democracy, peace and the European perspective of the Western Balkans
Nataša Vučković at the ALDA Board of Directors Session
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Announcement of the Network of Non-Governmental Organisations - Democracy, Development and Security
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Center for Democracy Foundation - Session of the Board of Directors
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Announcement Commemorating World Day of Social Justice
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Nataša Vučković at the Podgorica Plenum: What is the political project of social democracy in today’s world?
Podgorica Plenum Quo Vadis Balkan?
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Public Debate “Economic Empowerment of Women in Serbia and the 2030 Agenda”
Sustainable Development for All Platform
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Nataša Vučković for TV Nova S: About the photo-robot of the presidential candidate, political (in)consistency... (VIDEO)
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CDF Announcement: International Day of Education
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Nataša Vučković at a guest appearance on TV N1 to discuss the referendum (VIDEO)
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Referendum - FOR, AGAINST or Boycott?
Nataša Vučković (Executive Director, Center for Democracy Foundation), author of the text for Novi Magazin weekly newsmagazine
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TOP 5 in 2021
SDGs for All Platform; Regional Youth Compact for Europe; Labour Rights are Our Rights; Connecting the Dots project...
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Happy Holidays!
Center for Democracy Foundation
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Annual Conference: Decent Work and Economic Growth in Serbia – Do They Go Hand in Hand?
"Labour Rights are Our Rights" project
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Thematic Group “Eradication of Poverty” established
Sustainable Development for All Platform
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Session Held of Working Group 17 for the National Convention on the European Union
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SMELT Workshop: Empowerment Toward Active Participation within the Labour Market
SMELT project
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Nataša Vučković Participates in the Human Rights Forum
Panel Discussion on Poverty and Sustainable Development Goals
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Announcement Ahead of International Human Rights Day
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National Dialogue on Social Inclusion and Economic Empowerment of Roma Men and Women Returnees
Through Cooperation and Good Practice to Sustainable Solutions
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CDF: Stop Violence and Ensure the Protection of the Rights of All
Announcement: Center for Democracy Foundation
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Nataša Vučković at the ALDA Board of Directors Session
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Nataša Vučković for RTS: We’re All Paying for the Poor Image of the Western Balkan Region, And We Have to Get Ahead of This
Interview with the CDF’s Executive Director on RTS
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Position of Foreign Workers in Serbia - Debate
"Labour Rights are Our Rights" project
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Vučković: The Government Has Trouble Uttering Two Words - Poverty and Democracy
Interview ("Iza Vesti", N1 TV)
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Institutional Weakness and the Path to Europe
Nataša Vučković, author of the text, for NIN weekly newsmagazine
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Lecture by Nataša Vučković at the Invitation of the Academy for European Integration and Accession
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Speech Made by Nataša Vučković at the 9th Plenary Session of the National Convention on the EU (VIDEO)
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Public Debate: 2030 Agenda and the Law on Gender Equality - How to Achieve Successful Implementation
Sustainable Development for All Platform
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Presentation of the Publication: Social Impact of Public Policies
Reforms Beneficial to All project: Public Participation Toward Better Public Policies and Sustainable Socio-economic Development
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Debate: Social Rights and the Media
CENTER DIALOGUE – SOCIAL DIALOGUE
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Public reading of the European Commission 2021 Report on Serbia
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Interview with Prof. Dr. Dragica Vujadinović - LAWGEM project
New Quality in Education for Gender Equality – Strategic Partnership for the Development of Master’s Study Program Law and Gender (LAWGEM)
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Announcement Ahead of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
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CDF Executive Director with the President of the UN General Assembly
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Interview with Nataša Vučković published in Blic daily newspaper: After 5 October, we overlooked the importance of empowering our youth
“Our ties to the European Union run deep, from an economic, political and cultural aspect. We are a European state and we belong in the EU”
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Reforms Beneficial to All: Alternative Report on the Local Employment Action Plan for Youth - Zrenjanin
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Announcement Commemorating World Day of Decent Work
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Reforms Beneficial to All: Debate: Youth Policy in Požega
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RYCE project completed!
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Gender (In)Equality of Persons with Disability (Conference, 20.9.2021)
LAWGEM Project
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Sarita Bradaš (FCD): Instead of implementing a dual principle, focus is on a dual education system
CDF Researcher at the Scientific Conference: Education: Status, Perspectives and Role in the Development of Serbia
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Reforms Beneficial to All: Debate: Waste Management in Leskovac: Mechanisms, Practices and Challenges
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CDF Supports Trade Unions in the Fight for Labour Rights and Decent Work
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Nataša Vučković at the Sustainable Development and Gender Equality conference
‘Recover, Restart, Retool 2021’ (The Korčula School Think Tank)
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Book of Recommendations of the NCEU - Working Group for Chapters 2 and 19
Recommendations of the Working Group for the National Convention on the European Union for Chapters 2 (Freedom of Movement for Workers) and 19 (Social Policy and Employment)
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Reforms Beneficial to All: Discussion on the Effects of Public Policies on Society
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Regional Youth Network Forum - a representation of a comparative study conducted within the framework of the project: Regional Youth Compact for Europe
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LAWGEM project - International Congress “Gender and Law in Practice and Education”
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Debate: (Un)Dignified Ageing and Old Age
CENTER DIALOGUE – SOCIAL DIALOGUE
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Second Meeting of the Special Working Group for Drafting the Proposed Gender Equality Strategy for the Period 2021 - 2030
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European Union and the Western Balkans – Trust and New-Found Enthusiasm in the EU Integration Process
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Recommendations resulting from the Conference "European Union and the Western Balkans: Towards Renewed Trust"
Regional Youth Compact for Europe project
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EU and the Western Balkans: Towards Renewed Trust - The Final Project Conference
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EU and the Western Balkans: Towards Renewed Trust (RYCE - Final Project Conference)
REGIONAL YOUTH COMPACT FOR EUROPE – Final Project Conference
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Fair Energy Transition in Serbia and Potential Social and Economic Consequences debate
CENTER DIALOGUE – SOCIAL DIALOGUE
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Gender Policy Forum - Constitutional Changes - Gender Mainstreaming or Defence?
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Expediate Reform and Improve Political and Democratic Dialogue in Serbia
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Training Organised for Trade Unions – Gender Perspective in Designing and Monitoring Public Policies
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Debate: New Gender Equality Law within the Context of Economic Empowerment of Women and Improvement of Labour Rights
Labour Rights are Our Rights project
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The stagnation of European Integration is harmful to the Citizens of Serbia
Statement made by Nataša Vučković, Executive Director of the Center for Democracy Foundation
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‘Patronage Appointment and Discrimination’ Debate
CENTER DIALOGUE – SOCIAL DIALOGUE
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„POLITEIA Western Balkans School for Youth Participation“
Regional Youth Compact for Europe project
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We Have A Say Youth Fund – presenting the results of youth projects
Increased participation of youths and strengthening of local democracy within the Western Balkans
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Establishment of the Advisory Thematic Group Achieve Gender Equality and Empower All Women and Girls
Sustainable Development Goals for All platform project
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Nataša Vučković at a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sweden and the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office
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Panel debate: 3E in the Western Balkans – Economy, Energy and Environment
„POLITEIA Western Balkans School for Youth Participation“
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POLITEIA Western Balkans School for Youth Participation
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Two Decades of Social Dialogue in Serbia - Debate
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Presentation of the Guide to Analysing the Social Impact of Public Policies
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Climate Change, Local Communities and the Participation of the Citizenry: Nataša Vučković at the roundtable of the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe
Let’s Talk Local: Cities and Citizens in the Fight Against Climate Change
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Nataša Vučković at the RE-SET the Economy conference
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Seasonal Work in Serbia - Debate
Labour Rights Are Our Rights
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New Quality in Education for Gender Equality
LAWGEM project
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Applications are open for Politeia Western Balkans School for Youth Participation
Politeia Goes Digital!
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Speech by Nataša Vučković on the Talks Between the NCEU and the Prime Minister of Serbia Concerning Sustainable Development
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Balkan Youth for Europe - Second Regional Thematic Network Forum
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Availability of Healthcare, Prevention and the Treatment of other Illnesses During the COVID-19 Era
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Half a million Serbians living in absolute poverty, researcher says
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New ‘SMELT’ Project
Improving the position of vulnerable groups and providing the skills necessary to join the labour market
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Nataša Vučković at the meeting of CSO representatives and the Ministry of Human and Minority Rights and Social Dialogue
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Final Conference of the Year: ‘Is there Socioeconomic Development Without Rule of Law?’
„Connecting the Dots“
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Center for Democracy Foundation Founders Assembly
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The Politeia Institute - Social and Economic Rights in Public Policy
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Announcement Commemorating World Day of Social Justice
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Key Findings of the Analysis of the Proposed National Employment Strategy for the Period 2021-2026
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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Nataša Vučković: The political elites of the Balkans are not doing enough to promote reconciliation and trust building in the region
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Serbia Fails to Introduce Measures to Assist Those Most Vulnerable
Executive Director of the FCD asks a few questions of the Prime Minister
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ANNUAL CONFERENCE Labour and Employment - What Can We Expect in 2021?
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HOW TO ENSURE EQUAL PARTICIPATION OF WOMEN IN THE LABOUR MARKET
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Vulnerable Groups and the Pandemic
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Sustainable Development for All Platform
News about the Project that brings us to our future goals
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Rather Than Promoting the Application of Law, Serbia’s National Assembly Has Become a Promoter of Hate Speech
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Nataša Vučković at the Let Justice Rule Conference
Presentation held by the Center for Democracy Foundation’s Executive Director Nataša Vučković at the online conference entitled Let Justice Rule organised by the National Convention on the EU
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LABOUR RIGHTS ARE OUR RIGHTS Campaign
Join us in the battle for labour rights, because labour rights are our rights!
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Center Dialogue: Are We Managing Climate Change?
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How Do We Plan Measures in the Areas of Employment and Social Protection?
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FCD Joins in Celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the Council of Europe’s Convention on Human Rights
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Analysing the Effects of Public Policies on Society Guide
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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty Through the Implementation of the SDGs
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Public reading of the European Commission Report for Serbia
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Youth center Brus
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Through Culture We Connect the Dots of a Divided Society
Center Dialogue: A Culture Under Pressure - The Position of Artists and Culture in Our Towns and Municipalities (6 October 2020)
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The UN Human Rights Team (with the support of OHCHR) and CDF presenting a New Analysis on Impacts of COVID-19
Impact of COVID-19 epidemic on the position and rights of workers, with particular emphasis on frontline workers and those working in the informal economy, as well as multiply affected categories
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Dialogue in the Center: We Are Expected to Be More Active
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Youth Fund - Grant Awards
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Solidarity Among Trade Unions and Civil Societies in the Fight for Labour Rights
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Aleksandra Vidanović - New Member of the CDF Team
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We Call on the Government of the Republic of Serbia to Respect the Obligations Assumed Under the Documents of the Council of Europe
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Regional Youth Compact for Europe in collaborative activities
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“Guide to Public Policy Social Impact Assessment” Coming Out Soon
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Frontline Workers - Women, Trade Unions and the Crisis
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Urgent Identification of Measures to Aid Vulnerable Groups Left Unemployed and Incomeless During the State of Emergency
A monitoring report prepared by the National Convention on the European Union (NCEU) was published on measures introduced during the state of emergency in the areas of social policies and employment, public health and consumer protection and education
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Nataša Vučković speaking at ALDA Webinar on Local Authorities in EU Accession
Towards ALDA 2020: Western Balkans’ local authorities in EU accession and Berlin process
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Milena Mićović Trajković Rejoins FCD’s Team
FCD Office Manager and Event Organiser
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It is Impossible to Separate Decent Work from Economic Growth
Panel discussion ‘Economic Challenges and Changes in the Labour Market During COVID’
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A Warm Welcome to a New FCD Team Member
Katarina Stojković, FCD Project Financing team member
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Analysing Bačka Palanka’s Development Policies - Improving Gender Equality
Sarita Bradaš held consultations under the Improving Gender Equality in Serbia project.
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Debate - ‘Solidarity During the Pandemic - Civil Society’s Response in the Local Community’
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Meeting Held of the Members of the Working Group for Sustainable Development Goals within the UN Global Network
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LAWGEM Online Conference
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Happy Europe Day
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Bradaš: 69,000 in Serbia are employed through a temporary or periodical contract-basis, exempt from the state package
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Labour Rights in Serbia During the Pandemic
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National Convention on the EU on the Impact of the Crisis on Labour Rights in Serbia
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Communication from the National Convention on the EU about the need for cooperation in the state of emergency
Center for Democracy Foundation (CDF), as coordinator of Working group and a member of the National Convention on EU Program Council, supported the NKEU Communication about the need for cooperation in the state of emergency
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Center For Democracy Foundation – remote team work
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Connecting the dots
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Labour rights are our Rights
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Strengthening Gender Equality in Serbia
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Information for the Public Benefit in the Era of ‘Fake News Pandemic’
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Necessary Emergency Intervention of the Labour Inspectorate
Notice issued by the FCD responding to increased number of violations of workers’ safety rights
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Solidarity with most vulnerable and poor
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Suspension of the Annual RYCE Conference in Novi Sad
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Launch of the Society-wide Dialogue Platform ‘Sustainable Development Goals for All’
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The ‘We Have a Say’ Youth Fund - Call for Proposals now Closed
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Partnership for Open Administration
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Internship on the Project ‘Regional Youth Compact for Europe’
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CDF Strategic Planning for the Year 2020
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Comparative study: Are Western Balkans ready for the EU?
“Civil Society in the Western Balkans: Involvement in the EU Accession Negotiation and EU Integration Processes from Initiatives to a Structured Dialogue”
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25 years of Center for Democracy Foundation
Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Center for Democracy Foundation
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First Western Balkan School for Youth Participation POLITEIA - successfully finished
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Students from Western Balkans Ready to Actively Engage in Reforms
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Dialogue in the Center: How to Reach a Political Solution? - Civic protests as a reaction to a deficit of justice and weakness of institutions
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International Workshop “Rule of Law and Fundamental Rights”
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First Regional Thematic Network Forum and the Annual Conference
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Applications are open for POLITEIA WESTERN BALKANS SUMMER SCHOOL!
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Consultations about the Third draft of the Action plan for Chapter 19
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
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„Call to Europe in the Western Balkans“
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Parliamentarians called for the opening of the European Social Fund for Serbia
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Debate „Poverty in Serbia“
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Towards Improved Health and Safety at Work in the Western Balkans
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Economic Empowerment of Women - Women as Actors of Rural Development
Consultative Workshop
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The First Regional Round Table „Health and Safety at Work in Western Balkans“
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Comments/recommendations concerning the 2018-2020 Economic Reform Programme (ERP)
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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Center for Democracy Team on Study Visit to Brussels from November 26-29, 2017
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Statistics and Decent Work
A Critical Analysis of the Political Interpretation of Labour Statistics By Sarita Bradaš
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Program for Improved Protection of Labour Rights, Employment and Social Cohesion
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Report on the Regulation of the Work Force Leasing in Serbia
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Center for Democracy quoted in the Report 2017/7 of the European Social Policy Networks
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Women Platform for the Development of Serbia – Position of women in media and culture
Nataša Vučković and Jelena Gošić attended on 27th of March 2017 the debate on the position of women in media and culture
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Two years of the Initiative "Biram koga Biram" of NKD
Nataša Vučković i Tijana Kljajević participated at the meeting marking two years of the initiative for reforming the electoral system "Biram koga biram"
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Report from the consultative meeting on the draft version of the publication "Information System for the purposes of the Labour Inspectorate"
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DPF Debate: Serbia Too Small to Independently Create Foreign Policy
The debate on topic “Tradition and Geo-Political Position of Serbia as the Determinant Factors of Serbian Policy” was organized within the framework of project Democratic Political Forum.
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"Citizens for Inspection Reform"
Results of the Center for Democracy’s project “Citizens for Inspection Reform” were publicly presented
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Sub Portal of the Labor Inspectorate Launched recommended by Center for Democracy Foundation
In accordance with recommendation made by CDF, and within the Ministry of Labor, Employment, Veteran and Social Policy the sub portal within official web presentation has been launched at http://inspektoratrada.minrzs.gov.rs/lat/
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Second Plenary Session of the National Convention on EU
National Convention on EU marked its first anniversary with new members at the Second Plenary Session in National Assembly of Republic of Serbia.
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DPF Debate: Without an Academic Response to the Problem of Asylum Seekers
At the Democratic Political Forum debate, it is pointed out that there is no faculty in Serbia with studies/subjects of asylum seekers problem.
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Third Training for CSOs “Reform of the Inspection System in Serbia – Innovative Models of Communication"
Third training for civils society organizations “Reform of the Inspection System in Serbia – Innovative Models of Communication" was held in Belgrade.
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Second Training for Members of the Coalition on the Project “Citizens for Inspection Reform” Organized
Second training for members of the Coalition on the project “Citizens for Inspection Reform” was organized in Vrnjačka Banja.
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Fruška Gora: Training for Policies Advocacy
Objective of the training was to improve organizations’ skills in advocating for proposals of practical policies they developed in the previous project cycle.
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Remarks of the CoE Committee on Violation of European Social Charter Acts Still Valid
Press release on the Report of Council of Europe’s European Committee for Social Rights
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Important Role of Local Governments in Negotiation Process With EU
Center for Democracy presented results of the project “Role of Local Governments in the Process of Pre-Accession Talks Between Serbia and EU”.
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Reform of Inspections for Better Economic Environment and Reduction of Undeclared Work
Third Session of the Working Group XVII of National Convent on EU following the chapters on freedom of workers’ migration, social policy and employment was held in Niš.
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Extensive Implementation of Alternative Criminal Sanctions as a Necessity
Center for Democracy presented the project “Promotion of Alternative Criminal Sanctions and Measures of Restorative Justice”.
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“Citizens for Inspection Reform” Training Organized for Member of the Project Coalition
First “Reform of Inspection Oversight in Serbia” workshop for civil society organizations was held in Kraljevo.
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First Workshop on the Problems and Challenges in the System of Alternative Criminal Sanctions
Strengthening civil society organizations for monitoring and promotion of alternative criminal sanctions
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Center for Democracy Foundation Celebrated 20 Years of Work
Dragoljub Mićunović: The essence of Center for Democracy’s programs is the development of good society.
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Nataša Vučković on Promoting the Alternative Sanctions in Serbia and Good Practice Examples
Nataša Vučković participated at the round table of Belgrade Center for Human Rights on measures for imprisoned population reduction.
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Talks With Regional Director of Solidarity Center from Washington DC About Workers Rights
Representatives of the Center for Democracy Foundation talked with Regional Director of the Solidarity Center from Washington DC on actions in the area of labor rights.
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Center for Democracy Presented the Proposal of Practical Policy Against Illegal Work
Center for Democracy Foundation presented the proposal of practical policy “Serbia Without Undeclared Work – Improvement of Labor Inspections’ Role in Fighting Informal Employment”.
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Democratic Political Forum Debate: How to Recover the Economy of Serbia?
Democratic Political Forum Debate: “Big Investments – Illusions or Reality?”
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The End of Program “Civil Society for the Future”: Results and New Plans
Center for Democracy Foundation acknowledged for successful realization of the project “More Efficient Civic Role in Monitoring and Protection of Labor Rights”
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Democratic Political Forum: It Is Necessary To Treat Youth Problems Systematically
The need to engage youth more actively into democratic processes and revitalization of democracy in Serbia is highlighted as a big priority at the debate “Youth in the Society Overwhelmed by Problems”.
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Citizens Unsatisfied With the Work of Inspection Services
Center for Democracy Foundation launched the campaign “Citizens for Reform of Inspections”
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DPF Debate: Is It Good To Decrease Pensions?
At the debate “What Is Pension?”, within Democratic Political Forum, it is estimated that pension should be economic, not a social category.
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Minutes from the meeting of the Working group 17 of the National Convention on the EU
Belgrade, October 14, 2014
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Democratic Political Forum Debate: Strengthening the Trust in National Minorities Councils
Representatives in 17 National Minority Councils will be elected directly, while Polish, Croatian, Macedonian and Montenegrin communities will elect their Councils by elector assembly.
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How Much Citizens Know About Their Labor Rights
Citizens do not know what is the compulsory period for their employer to report them to authorities, but are aware that they can refuse a job with no safety equipment is provided… These are just some findings of the research related to working environment.
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Results of the Cooperation between Citizens and Civil Society in Monitoring and Protection of Labor Rights
Center for Democracy Foundation presented results of the project “More Efficient Civic Role in Monitoring and Protection of Labor Rights”
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Press release on the occasion of the adopted amendments to the Labour Act
The Centre for Democracy Foundation and the Centre for Decent Work expressed their disappointment that the Amendments to the Labour Act were adopted under great urgency without public debate, which should be a part of the process when an umbrella law such as the Labour Act is amended, a law which has an effect on most of the general public. Our criticisms and suggested solutions can be found in the attached document.
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EXIT FESTIVAL: How well do youth know their rights?
At the Exit festival, within the framework of the NGO Fair entitled "Place to MOVE!", part of the campaign "Say it louder!" we promoted the concept of Decent Work and informed the visitors on subjects relating to employment and labour rights.
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New Debate: "Civil society in defense of democratic values"
The Centre for Democracy and the Friedrich Ebert Foundation have organised a debate entitled "Civil society in defence of democratic values" within the framework of the Democratic and Political Forum.
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Steering Committee Meeting Held on the Project "Citizens for Inspection Reform"
On 30th June, 2014 the first meeting of the Steering Committee was held on the framework of the project entitled "Citizens for Inspection Reform – towards an effective system of inspection in Serbia"
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The Necessary Public Debate on the Labour Act
The Working Group 17 of the National Convention on the EU: It is extremely undesirable that the adoption of an umbrella law, such as the Labour Act, is passed without public debate.
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Initial meeting of the Working group of the National Convention on the EU
Initial meeting of the Working group of the National Convention on the EU covering chapters Freedom of movement for workers, Social policy and employment was held
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Round Table Discussion: The Issues of the Informal Economy and Undeclared (informal) Work
This round table, devoted to the "Invisible Worker" project, was jointly organised by the Secretariat for the Economy and the "Artesa" Association of Women Entrepreneurs, which is also its project manager. The project is financed by USAID through The Institute for Sustainable Communities and the Centre for Democracy Foundation...
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"Ripples" in Aleksinac
A street campaign was organised within the framework of the "Ripples" project on 28th April, 2014 in the centre of Aleksinac...
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Same Business, Same Responsibilities
The "Black and White" campaign has gained in strength with five additional local initiatives. We would like to present the "Invisible Worker" project by the "Artesa" Woman’s Association.
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"Black and White" – louder than ever
The "Black and White Campaign – Together we are louder" continues through the "More effective role of the public and civil society in monitoring and protecting workers’ rights" project. For a third year consecutively, we are working on the motivation and inclusion of civil society organisations in the topic of workers’ rights...
EVENTS
HIGHLIGHTS
CURRENT PROJECTS
PUBLICATIONS
New Monitoring Report by the “SDGs for All” Platform: Is the End Goal in Sight?
- NCEU Book of Recommendations 2024 (Summary)
- National reports on collective bargaining in Serbia - CEECAW
- The Comparative Analysis of Youth Policies in the Western Balkans (WB)
Western Balkans Youth in Policy Making Processes
SDGs for All Platform newsletter (December 2023)- Analysis: Poverty Reduction Through Sustainable Agriculture in Serbia (with Summary)
Serbia 2030 - Many challenges, little time: Is Serbia set on its development path?
NCEU Recommendations 2023
SDGs for All Platform newsletter (September 2023)
POLITEIA Regional School for Youth Participation 2023 (leaflet)
SDGs for All Platform newsletter (June 2023)
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe (leaflet)
Poverty Projections for Older Persons
The Impact of the Global Crisis on Vulnerable Groups
Improving the Lives of Marginalised Groups
The Tool For The Introduction Of The ‘Leave No One Behind’ Principle Into Legislative And Strategic Acts Of The Republic Of Serbia
Easy Handbook to Support Professionals in working with Marginalised Groups
