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 […]
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.
Standing up for diverse points of view and freedom of expression
CSOs and activists from Kosovo and Serbia speak out together on the importance of freedom of expression without fear in a joint statement.
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.
PCi condemns violence in north Kosovo
Peaceful Change initiative (PCi) strongly condemns the appalling violence against KFor peacekeepers in Zvečan, plus the attacks against journalists covering developments on the ground.
Ukrainian civil society call for broader solidarity across international NGOs
PCi supports the calls put forward in the recent joint statement by Ukrainian civil society, among the signatories of which are our partners whom we have seen work tirelessly to build understanding across divisions at least since 2014.
Using a Dialogue Initiative Group to build trust in Muzykivka village, Ukraine
Muzykivka village is located in the Southern Ukrainian region of Kherson, which borders the Crimean peninsula. When the government of Ukraine began to reform the system of territorial administration Muzykivka was an early adopter, uniting with four other villages to form a new amalgamated community in 2016. The reforms led to more decision making and […]
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.
PCi Media Award: celebrating the power of positive journalism
PCi’s second Media Award shines a light on positive stories of multi-ethnic coexistence in Kosovo and Serbia.
Moving from agreement(s) to peace
CSOs from Kosovo and Serbia speak out together to emphasise the importance of building goodwill and trust in order to make it possible for political agreements to take hold and benefit their societies.
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.