In the eye of the storm: perspectives on crisis in the north of Kosovo
Peaceful Change initiative hereby presents research undertaken by New Social Initiative (NSI) and Community Building Mitrovica (CBM) into perceptions of the local community about the crisis in north Kosovo. The results – which revealed entrenched ethnic divisions and contrasting perceptions regarding political developments in northern Kosovo – provide important insight for policy-makers, civil society, and […]
Analysis of cooperation in the fight against human trafficking and gender-based violence
This publication looks at cross-border cooperation in the fight against human trafficking and gender-based violence, and makes recommendations for local authorities on the adoption of best practices.
Renewing commitments to the cause of peace
In a joint statement, civil society organisations in Kosovo and Serbia reiterated their commitment to actively working towards the normalisation of relations throughout the entire region.
Research on the shared challenges faced by Serbian communities in northern Kosovo and Albanian communities in south Serbia
This report looks at the shared challenges faced by Serbian communities in northern Kosovo and Albanian communities in south Serbia, and sets out recommendations for local and central governments, the international community, as well as media and civil society.
Increasing the visibility of Libyan women in politics
We are working with Social Peace Partnerships across the country to increase the visibility and meaningful participation of women in local elections and politics.
No Stability Without Peace: an initiative for peace in Libya
Serein Sharda, grant officer for Peaceful Change initiative in Libya, writes about her experience of working on the No Stability Without Peace initiative.
Moving—bottom-up—beyond the crisis in Kosovo
In view of the recent tensions in north Kosovo, civil society must urgently consider how it can contribute to de-escalating tensions and pursue confidence-building measures that can rebuild trust.
Promoting public engagement with the Constitution in Libya
Two members of the Peacemakers’ Network, from different parts of Libya, took the lead in developing a campaign on public engagement with the Constitution drafting process.
PCi CEO addresses ECFR meeting on Libya stabilisation
PCi CEO discussed strengthening stabilisation efforts to advance a meaningful political process in Libya at a meeting hosted by the European Council on Foreign Relations.
Partnerships with purpose: media in Kosovo and Serbia
The media spaces of Kosovo and Serbia are facing common challenges. Although some of these cannot be addressed overnight, there are immediate steps to make existing resources go further and to equip media with the requisite skills for the contemporary media environment.
Condemning attacks on academic freedom
Peaceful Change initiative strongly condemns attacks on academic freedom and the threats made against academics from the University of Belgrade in Serbia.
Women’s voices for peace in Serbia and Kosovo
On International Women’s Day, civil society from Kosovo and Serbia are united in their calls for greater women participation in the normalisation process.