INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT FOR NONE MAYORITY COMMUNITIES:
NOTIFICATION: RURAL EMPOWERMENT FUND AVAILABLE FROM GIZ AND MINISTRY FOR COMMUNITIES AND RETURN!
The Kosovo Rural Empowerment Fund for non-majority communities’ objective is fostering small-scale economic activities according to the given potential in the rural area aiming at creating or maintaining existing jobs specifically for non-majority community members. The newly established activities are aiming at offering development potentials with a low threshold entrance to become economically active for income generation and to contribute to reduce the outmigration from rural areas especially of young people.
This fund for the development of agriculture and rural enterprise is implemented in partnership with the Ministry for Communities and Returns and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, with co-financing from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
The specific objective of the grant scheme is to foster economic activities in rural areas and support non-majority small-scale farmers by providing grants for the following activities:
- Processing of agricultural products on-farm and off-farm like in private households and food processing facilities
- Collection and processing of non-wood forest products (NWFP) and Medicinal & Aromatic Plants (MAP), mushrooms and ornamental plants
- Honey production
- Growing poultry for eggs & meat production.
The target group are members of non-majority communities in all regions of Kosovo. The grant is targeted to small farmers, members of farm households, individuals, micro and small enterprises to realize their intention to generate income through diversified economic activities:
- Individuals (natural persons) already running or starting a business in rural areas
- Micro and small enterprises
- Start-up businesses
- Farmers
- Micro and small enterprises must be registered at the Business Registration Agency of Kosovo (ARBK) for the business activity in the field of the applied project according to the list of activity codes.
- Farmers, their household members, individuals should be registered in rural areas.
- Micro and small enterprises are eligible recipients regardless of whether they are registered in urban or rural areas while the planned project must be implemented in rural areas.
For all information regarding this call you can contact the following email address: ntereze@yahoo.com or phone number: 038 542 864, or check the following link: https://ruralempowerment.grantplatform.com/
Deadline for applying: 1. November 2025.
Note: In order to apply you should firstly register on the link given above with your email address. After receiving the code on your email address you fill out your personal information and receive access on the application form.
NOTIFICATION: SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS FROM ROMA, ASHKALI AND EGYPTIAN COMMUNITIES!
The Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESTI) announced a public call for financial support for students from the roma, ashkali, and egyptian communities who are enrolled for the first time in the academic year 2025–2026 in the first year of bachelor studies at one of the Public Universities of the Republic of Kosovo.
Each selected student will receive financial support in the amount of 1,000 euros.
Eligibility Criteria and Priorities:
- Applicants must be citizens of the Republic of Kosovo.
- Must belong to the roma, ashkali, or egyptian communities.
- Must be enrolled for the first time (in the first year) in bachelor studies at a public university in Kosovo.
- To increase the representation of women in higher education, female candidates will be given preference in cases of equal qualification.
- Applicants with disabilities will be given priority.
- Must have an active personal bank account in one of the banks operating in the Republic of Kosovo.
Required Documents:
- Proof of university enrollment (student status or registration form).
- Self-declaration form on ethnic affiliation.
- Copy of ID card.
- Bank confirmation of an active personal account.
- If applicable, official documentation issued by competent authorities confirming disability status (as specified in criterion 5).
Application Process:
- Applications must be submitted through the e-Kosova platform (https://ekosova.rks-gov.net/Security)
- Incomplete applications will not be considered by the evaluation committee.
- The list of selected students will be published on the official MESTI website.
Deadline for applying: 18. October 2025 until 16:00pm.
For more information about this call check the following link: https://masht.rks-gov.net/konkurs-per-mbeshtetje-financiare-per-studentet-e-komuniteteve-rom-ashkali-dhe-egjiptian-2/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNQkA1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpaVU4cXlHWVp0aWtObDJnAR7R4IUhhCYgVuwpMrhUzmylnyKz7c_aoFE08GmwQ9d0xoJlSMtifxeeOU724A_aem_-C7S0XDQ2zZDd5yObkgYCw
Note: Applicants who are not selected may submit an appeal within seven (7) days after the publication of results. Appeals must be submitted to the MESTI archive, ground floor, Office No. 4, and will be reviewed by the Ministry’s Appeals and Complaints Committee.
ONE MORE CALL FROM MESTI FOR DOCTORAL STUDENTS!
The Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESTI) announced to all students from Kosovo, pursuing doctoral studies at the 500 best universities in the world according to the “Shanghai” list for the academic year 2025/2026, that the call for financial support in the annual amount of 8,500.00 euros has been opened.
The call is open from September 17. October 2025 16:00pm.
The application must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Application for financial support for doctoral studies” to the address Str. “Agim Ramadani”, at MESTI – archive office no. 4.
The decision on the beneficiaries will be published on the official website of MESTI.
The necessary documents and application conditions can be found at the link: https://masht.rks-gov.net/en/call-for-financial-support-for-doctoral-degree-2025-2026/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNQk1ZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpaVU4cXlHWVp0aWtObDJnAR492jtV831vuZ5lUAp9f3VdbwazKOFRMD_GeFrbwwIJS4Wuc3l5FiULNHG9PQ_aem_l32i0tQAFfhBymKp7kZnJQ
NOTIFICATION: CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 2025/2026: WESTERN BALKANS MEET JAPAN – A BRIDGE INTO THE FUTURE!
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (MOFA) and the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) are excited to collaborate for the sixth consecutive year to bring you the highly anticipated youth exchange program “Western Balkans meet Japan: A Bridge into the Future”. Taking place from 13-19 February 2026, this program welcomes 13 undergraduate or graduate students aged 20 years old or older, coming from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia to apply for a great opportunity of personal and professional growth.
Western Balkans meet Japan: A Bridge into the Future is a youth exchange program, organized under the MIRAI Program since 2018, aiming to deepen participants’ understanding of Japan and its policy, promote mutual understanding and reconciliation through intellectual and cultural exchange, and build a basis for future friendship and cooperation between Japan and the Western Balkans.
During last year’s exchange program, from 3–10 December, 13 young people from the Western Balkans joined the MIRAI Program in Japan, selected through a competitive process among nearly 400 applicants. Through visits to key institutions like JICA HQ, Sophia University, and the Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima, participants explored Japan’s approaches to peacebuilding, reconciliation, and global cooperation. The program blended academic discussions, cultural exchange, and emotional reflection, offering a transformative experience that deepened participants’ understanding of intercultural dialogue and conflict resolution. This once-in-a-lifetime journey created lasting connections and empowered participants to become active promoters of peace in their communities.
Therefore, if you are intrigued by Japanese culture, would you like to immerse yourself in a 7-day cultural experience that lets you delve deeper into it this is a great opportunity for you!
More details about this call can be found on the following link: https://www.rycowb.org/call-for-applications-2025-2026-western-balkans-meet-japan-a-bridge-into-the-future/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNHamdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFTQ3BLRXptY3RGcGhaN2FoAR5Sl-qYZzSZ0ZXm-tprfWwUY1r1oi17CFZYzPeTTW2AkDmHBM7x4aWFHX3ZYA_aem_iVFK6iBcNwQaLcTWiZuiNg
For more information feel free to contact: flutura.brakaj@rycowb.org
Deadline for applying: 15. October 2025
NOTIFICATION: GREEN SUMMER SCHOOL, OCTOBER 2025 – ECOFIX
Empowering Youth for a Circular Future in the Western Balkans
Great opportunity for passionate students about sustainability, technology, or business who want to gain hands-on experience in tackling one of the fastest-growing environmental challenges -electronic waste (e-waste) while building skills for future green jobs – this might be an opportunity for you!
The GIZ-implemented programme on Circular Urban Development, in close cooperation with SENECA Green and SEDE is receiving applications for the Green Summer School 2025: EcoFix, a 5-day regional training program bringing together 25 students from the six Western Balkan countries.
The training will be organized during 27th-31st October 2025 in Prizren, the Innovation Training Park.
Eligible students are those who are at the 2nd and 3rd year of their studies in computer science, economics, or environmental studies (or related fields).
For more information feel free to contact: jeta.dalladaku@giz.de, or check the details from this call on the following link: https://www.giz.de/de/open-call-green-summer-school-october-2025-ecofix?fbclid=IwY2xjawNQlEBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpaVU4cXlHWVp0aWtObDJnAR72Hf7WaNT_DniyRZJYfcL4hWEOenPNWlHFB_BEeeOfmKDFqNJF41-Ek-Q2Ng_aem_D7FuMtd_t1LhQ3SnwVNdsw
Deadline for applying: 10. October 2025.
| Citizens’ proactive participation through filing complaints and reporting problems occurring at both municipal and central levels makes the work of the reported institutions and their employees better and, thus, contributes to the improvement of their performance and the better life of all citizens. Protect your rights by using the addresses below: |
- Any form of discrimination is prohibited, exercise your right to report discrimination, publicly or anonymously, at the following link: http://www.raportodiskriminimin.org
- If your linguistic rights are being violated by any institution, report it via e-mail at: info-zkgj-kpj@rks-gov.net
- If your rights have been violated by police officers, report the instance to the Police Inspectorate of Kosovo by calling the toll-free number 08000333 or through the complaints section on the official PIK website: //ipk.rks-gov.net/Reporting/Reporting
- If you have a problem and need a professional lawyer’s assistance, you can get free legal aid in your municipality, for more information and consultations call the toll-free number 0800 11 777, visit the website https://anjf.rks-gov.net/page.aspx?id=3,1 or contact the NGO Advancing Together via this email address: info@advancing-together.org and the toll-free number 0800 200 20.
| VISIT THE FOLLOWING LINKS OFFERING EMPLOYMENT IN INSTITUTIONS, AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES: |
- SUPERPUNA: subsidized jobs for youth aged 18-29, more information and registration at the following link: https://superpuna.rks-gov.net/
- KOSOVOGENU: three-month internship for youth aged 16-24, more information and registration at the following link: https://kosovogenu.com/
- Follow job openings in institutions across Kosovo, at the following link: https://aprk.rks-gov.net/Job/Index
- Be a part of positive changes by taking part in public consultations, all information can be found at the following link: https://konsultimet.rks-gov.net/index.php
- Follow grant calls for non-governmental organizations at the following link: https://www.kosovofunding.org/
- For more information and employment opportunities for the Serbian-speaking communities, follow job vacancies at the following portal: http://www.posaonakosovu.com/
