Regional Cooperation as a Shared European Value in the Western Balkans
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe project The Western Balkans has long been a region shaped by history, borders that changed often, and complex political relationships. For decades, the idea of cooperation across borders seemed distant, sometimes even unrealistic. Yet today, regional cooperation is no longer just a political slogan; it is increasingly recognized as a shared European value and a practical necessity for the Western Balkans on its path toward European integration. In a region marked by post-conflict recovery, economic transition, and social change, cooperation among neighboring countries is not only a requirement set by the European Union but also…
Urgent Amendments to Judicial Laws – Bypassing the Profession and European Standards and Amounting to Political Retaliation for “Disobedience”
National Convention on the European Union (NCEU) The Working Group of the National Convention on the European Union for Chapter 23 warns the public about the serious risks posed by the scheduling of an extraordinary session of the National Assembly for 14 January, at which amendments to systemic judicial laws will be considered under an urgent procedure.[1] The agenda of the extraordinary session includes the Draft Law on Amendments to the Law on the High Prosecutorial Council, the Draft Law on Amendments and Supplements to the Law on the Seats and Jurisdictions of Courts and Public Prosecutors’ Offices, the Draft…
For Citizens in Serbia, the Rule of Law, an Independent Judiciary, Security for All, and Equality Before the Law Are Key
Interview with Nataša Vučković for TVP World Student protests, followed by mass civic protests across the country, indicate that there is very large and widespread dissatisfaction with the current government, and the key demands that the majority of citizens want to see in Serbia are the rule of law, an independent judiciary, a transparent public procurement system, a parliament that is functional and exercises control over the government, security for all citizens, and the equal application of the law to everyone, said Nataša Vučković, Secretary General of the Center for Democracy Foundation, in an interview for TVP World. The rule…
RYDE Youth Policy Labs
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE RYDE Youth Policy Labs are dialogue sessions implemented within the framework of the Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE project, funded by the European Union, aimed at strengthening structured dialogue between young people and policymakers at national and regional levels in order to jointly formulate recommendations for improving public policies relevant for youth in the Western Balkan countries. The primary goal is to ensure that young people from the region are actively involved in decision-making processes that address their needs and priorities and have an impact on their everyday lives. In addition…
Happy Holidays! Srećni praznici!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Fondacija Centar za demokratiju Vam želi srećne praznike!
Thematic Session “Youth Housing Independence Policies in the Western Balkans”
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE The POLITEIA thematic session “Youth Housing Independence Policies in the Western Balkans” was held on 22–23 December 2025 in Belgrade, organized by the Regional Academy for Democratic Development (ADD) and the Center for Democracy Foundation (CDF), in cooperation with partner organizations within the project “Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE,” with the support of the European Union. Research on the attitudes of civil society organizations and young people toward youth participation in public policy-making in the Western Balkans, conducted within the project “Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe,” showed that young people recognize…
Vučković: Reforms and EU integration are in the interest of Serbian citizens
Nataša Vučković, interview for N1 TV It is not in the interest of citizens for Serbia not to have a representative at the EU–Western Balkans summit; the interest of Serbian citizens is for Serbia to be as present in Brussels as possible, said Nataša Vučković, Secretary General of the Center for Democracy Foundation, speaking to N1 TV. “We need to engage in dialogue as much as possible and to implement the reforms that we ourselves have decided to undertake: the rule of law, media freedom, the fight against corruption, an independent judiciary, elections that are fair and free, and citizens…
Increasing political participation of young women
Through the Youth Fund of the Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe, We are supporting regional projects that will contribute to the improvement of youth activism, participation and policy making skills at the local and national level. We are increasing the political participation of women, empowering young people for changes in the community, for dialogue, fostering peace and integration, advocating for a green future and the Youth Guarantees. Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE is funded by European Union. PROJECT: Increasing political participation of young women Organization: Women’s Association of Kolubara Region (Žensko udruženje kolubarskog okruga – ŽUKO), Serbia. Project: Increasing…
Public debate: Youth Employment, Financial Literacy, and Entrepreneurship – From Awareness to Concrete Policy Measures
Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE Within the framework of the project “Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE”, funded by the European Union, the Network of Progressive Initiatives from Sarajevo (NPI) organised a public debate on 15 December 2025 at the premises of International Burch University on the topic “Youth Employment, Financial Literacy, and Entrepreneurship – From Awareness to Concrete Policy Measures.” The public discussion featured prof. dr Lejla Ramić Mesihović and assist. prof. dr Adem Olovčić, and was moderated by Hata Kujraković. The debate, which gathered more than 50 participants, was interactive and dynamic, with active student…
School Student Lab (SSL) – enhancing youth activism on local and national level
Through the Youth Fund of the Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe, We are supporting regional projects that will contribute to the improvement of youth activism, participation and policy making skills at the local and national level. We are increasing the political participation of women, empowering young people for changes in the community, for dialogue, fostering peace and integration, advocating for a green future and the Youth Guarantees. Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE is funded by European Union. PROJECT: School Student Lab (SSL) – enhancing youth activism on local and national level Organization: Union of Secondary School Students of Serbia…
Youth Action for EU Integration: Advocating the Youth Guarantee Implementation Plan
Through the Youth Fund of the Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe, We are supporting regional projects that will contribute to the improvement of youth activism, participation and policy making skills at the local and national level. We are increasing the political participation of women, empowering young people for changes in the community, for dialogue, fostering peace and integration, advocating for a green future and the Youth Guarantees. Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE is funded by European Union. PROJECT: Youth Action for EU Integration: Advocating the Youth Guarantee Implementation Plan Organization: PROI – Progressive Reinforcement of Organizations and Individuals (Progresivni…
Future Bridges: Empowering Youth for Kosovo*-Serbia Dialogue
Through the Youth Fund of the Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe, We are supporting regional projects that will contribute to the improvement of youth activism, participation and policy making skills at the local and national level. We are increasing the political participation of women, empowering young people for changes in the community, for dialogue, fostering peace and integration, advocating for a green future and the Youth Guarantees. Regional Youth Dialogue for Europe – RYDE is funded by European Union. PROJECT: Future Bridges: Empowering Youth for Kosovo*-Serbia Dialogue Organization: NSI – New Social Initiative, Kosovo*. Project: Future Bridges: Empowering Youth for Kosovo*-Serbia…
