The roundtable will bring together young people, representatives of civil society, institutions, and the academic community to jointly discuss ways of building long-term interethnic trust and strengthening social cohesion. Participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences, gain new knowledge on peacebuilding strategies, and develop joint initiatives for future cooperation.
A special focus of the roundtable will be youth employment, emphasizing the challenges young people face when entering the labor market, the role of employment offices, and opportunities for professional development. The discussion will gather key stakeholders to explore practical solutions and initiatives for improving youth employment opportunities in Kosovo.
This event represents an opportunity to establish new contacts, exchange ideas, and strengthen mutual understanding, with the aim of building a more peaceful and inclusive future for all young people in Kosovo.
Panelists:
- Besmir Salihu, Head of the Employment Office in South Mitrovica
- Sallah Bekteshi, Head of the Employment Office in North Mitrovica
- Lulzim Hakaj, NGO REC
- Stefan Kalaba, NGO ACDC
- Anđelija Vučinić, student from the north
- Valentina Istrefi, student from the south
Ines Aljović Mihajlović, moderator
The discussion will take place on September 4, 2025, starting at 11:00 AM, at the EU House premises, located in “Kralj Petra I” Street, North Mitrovica.