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 There is a growing dissatisfaction in society caused by the economic situation, significant price hikes, inflation, and a deterioration of the standard of living, said Nataša Vučković, Secretary General of the Center for Democracy Foundation, in an interview with TV Nova S. On the other hand, dissatisfaction has also increased due to accumulated political issues, particularly the high levels of violence in society. People feel that in general, the violent atmosphere broadcasted by the media, demonstrated in public spaces, and parliament, has spilt over into…
International Day of Democracy
The citizens of Serbia need more justice, which can only be provided by functional democratic institutions The Center for Democracy Foundation, on the occasion of the International Day of Democracy, reminds of the importance of building a democratic and organized society in which the rights and freedoms of all citizens are respected and protected. In times when democratic values are being put on test, we emphasize the necessity of persistent work on changes in the state and society in order to approach the standards of democracy, human rights and the rule of law as those of the EU developed countries….
Sustainable economic growth is feasible only if accompanied by decent work
Economic growth must also bring decent work, as these two are connected and must be given equal importance and respect, said Nataša Vučković, Secretary General of the Center for Democracy Foundation. When we talk about development programs for Serbia, our region and, of course, globally, it is important to highlight the importance of other sustainable development goals related to good governance and the development of institutions that serve the needs of citizens, inclusiveness, provide availability of health care, the right to water, environmental protection in various segments… We continuously deal with the protection and promotion of labor rights in the…
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 The Center for Democracy Foundation provides full support to trade union demands regarding negotiations on increasing the minimum wage in Serbia for 2023 and 2024. Minimum wages must follow the real cost of living, to ensure a dignified life for workers and their families and to mitigate the risk of further deepening poverty in Serbia, which is already alarmingly rampant. High inflation (12.5% according to SORS data) and constant price increases have resulted in a large number of employees, in particular…
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! Nataša Vučković from the Center for Democracy Foundation and Miloš Đajić from the Center of Modern Skills were chosen in front of civil society organisations as membership candidates in the Council for the Creation of a Stimulating Environment for the Development of Civil Society. We sincerely thank all those organisations that have demonstrated their trust in us and provided support. We will be persistent in our intention to represent the civil sector in the best light, with an expert and professional approach, advocating to raise the trust of the citizenry in civil society…
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 Center for Democracy Foundation has organized the 2023 Politeia Regional School for Youth Participation in Niš, from 6-12 July, as part of the Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe project, supported by the European Union. The participants of “POLITEIA Regional School for Youth Participation 2023” were students, activists and young experts from Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo*, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Serbia. The main topics that will be discussed are: European integration of the Western Balkans, youth policies and programs in EU/Western Balkans, fighting hate speech in public…
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… When we talk about the role of civil society, we are actually talking about the role of the citizens in European integration, said Nataša Vučković, Secretary General of the Center for Democracy Foundation. Citizens talk about what is important to them and that inclusive process, contribution, participation of citizens, is what the CSOs try to encourage. CSO tend to apply pressure on state bodies and local self-government to increase and more substantially involve the citizens in a decision-making…
Dialogue and understanding in the region for a safer path to the EU
POLITEIA Regional School for Youth Participation 2023 In order to make smart and meaningful youth-oriented policies, cooperation between policymakers and youth is needed, based on a credible policy dialogue. This is exactly the main goal of the “POLITEIA Regional School for Youth Participation” which started in Niš and will last from July 6 to 12 with the participation of students, activists and young experts from Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo*, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Serbia. POLITEIA school is organized by the Centre for Democracy Foundation in cooperation with civil society partner organizations from the Western Balkans within the framework of…
Opening of POLITEIA Regional School for Youth Participation 2023
Niš, Serbia • 6-12 July 2023 "POLITEIA Regional School for Youth Participation 2023" is being organized within the framework of "Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe" project, implemented by partner civil society organizations from the Western Balkans with the financial support of the European Union. The official opening of "POLITEIA Regional School for Youth Participation 2023" will be held on Thursday, July 6, 2023 in Nis, starting at 4:00 p.m. (hall at Hotel Tami, Durmitorska no. 1, Nis, Serbia). WELCOMING NOTES Tanja Miščević, Minister of European Integration, Government of the Republic of Serbia H.E. Emanuel Giaufret, Ambassador, Head of the EU…
Vučković: In terms of public administration reform, the least amount of progress was made in depoliticization
Insider TV, „Marker“ “In public administration reform, which has been ongoing for the past seven-year period, the least amount of progress has been in the area of depoliticization”, said Nataša Vučković, Secretary General of the CDF, during a guest appearance in Marker, on Insider TV. "I am still under the impression that most appointments are made from within the political sphere and party affiliation. This is because we are actually abusing those opportunities given to us by the system, we are not opening public calls for tender, when necessary, we are extending the mandates of acting officials," Vučković said. As…
Nataša Vučković for Nova S: Hate speech is intolerable for an institution such as the National Assembly
TV Nova S, „Među nama“ Nataša Vučković, Secretary General of the Center for Democracy Foundation, told TV Nova S that today, the National Assembly is a source of hate speech, which is completely intolerable for such an institution. I think the people want to have a different parliament. Serbia deserves a parliament where hate speech is prohibited, where people treat each other with respect and dignity. This government’s tactic is to rule by way of conflict. The government is constantly creating conflict, then deepening them, and this is spreading. Attacks have begun on those who galvanised the protests. It is…
Public debate: What does the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act Mean for Serbian Companies?
Centre Dialogue – Social Forum On 22 June 2023, the CDF organised a debate on the topic What does the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act Means for Serbian Companies? in cooperation with the Friedrich Ebert Foundation. Partaking in the discussion were: Peer Krumrey, Counsellor; Head of Labour and Social Affairs, German Federal Republic Embassy in Serbia; Johanna Wohlmeyer, German Organization for International Cooperation (GIZ); Aleksandar Todić, Association of Branch Unions „Independence“; Jovana Spajić Erdeljan, International Labour Organization; Tanja Lindell, Serbian Chaimber of Commerce; Svetlana Budimčević, Serbian Association of employers; Kirsten Schönefeld, Friedrich Ebert Foundation; Nataša Vučković, Center for Democracy…
