Welcome to RYCO
Regional Youth Cooperation Office
Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is an independently functioning institutional mechanism, founded by the Western Balkans 6 participants (WB 6): Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia, aiming to promote the spirit of reconciliation and cooperation between the youth in the region through youth exchange programs.
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Shared Futures: Youth Perceptions
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Youth MeetUp: A Platform for Future Youth Empowerment in the Western Balkans
Sarajevo - From July 22 to 24, 2024, Sarajevo hosted the Youth MeetUp, second event within the partnership between RYCO...
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Invitation to Tender: Travel Management and other related services for the Local Branch Office in Montenegro
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender "Travel management...
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Summer Camp in Bijeljina: Youth from the Western Balkans for positive changes in their communities
This week, the ethno-village Stanišić welcomed around fifty young people aged 17 to 24 from the Western Balkans. The youth...
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RYCO Marks a Decade of the Berlin Process: Media's Role and Journalism Excellence Awards
Skopje - On July 16, 2024, the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) held a significant event titled "The Role of...
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Invitation to Tender: Travel Management Services for the Local Branch Office in North Macedonia
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender "Travel Management...
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Exciting Opportunity: Communication and Visibility Assistant within RYCO's Project
Tirana - Are you a dynamic and creative communicator with a passion for enhancing visibility and engagement? The Regional Youth...
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Youth: The Key to Regional Stability and Security
Washington, DC - In the spirit of Madeleine Albright, who always believed in making a difference, RYCO Secretary General Albert...
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We are hiring: Finance and Administration Officer in the LBO Montenegro
Western Balkans – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office is looking for a new team member in Podgorica! Job Description The Finance...
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Official Visit to the UN Youth Office: RYCO Secretary General Hani Meets with ASG Felipe Paullier
New York –As part of a series of stakeholder meetings during his official trip to the United States, RYCO Secretary...
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British Embassy supports RYCO's work and efforts towards youth empowerment
RYCO's work and unique mission in the region are recognized, especially when it comes to quality of programs and their...
RYCO Celebrates its 8th Anniversary
RYCO, the regional organization dedicated to youth development and cooperation, marks its 8th anniversary on the 4th of July. So...
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Western Balkans Youth Cultural Fund Regional Training for grantees in Mavrovo
Mavrovo - The RYCO Local Branch Office in Skopje in the period 21 – 24 of June organized a regional...
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WB Youth Cultural Fund Local Workshops in Serbia
SERBIA – This month, RYCO Local Branch Office in Serbia organized two Western Balkans Youth Cultural Fund local workshops, dedicated...
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WB Youth Cultural Fund Local Training in Montenegro
Bijelo Pole - Capacity building training for writing project proposals and project implementation was held between 21st and 23rd of...
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RYCO Youth Talk “Pride Talks" in Sarajevo
Sarajevo - Today, the RYCO Local Branch Office in Bosnia and Herzegovina joined forces with the BH Pride March to...
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Open Call for Young Designers: Design of the Permanent Western Balkans Berlin Summit Logo
WESTERN BALKANS- Ready to show off your design skills? Let the play begin as the Regional Youth Cooperation Organization (RYCO)...
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Announcement: Superschools 3rd Open Call Deadline Extended
Western Balkans - Launch of the Superschools 3rd Open Call on 7th of May, followed by series of info sessions...
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Youth Summit in Tirana: Empowering the Next Generation
Tirana, June 11-13, 2024 - The Youth Summit Tirana, a regional initiative organized this year by the Municipality of Tirana,...
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SG Hani and RYCO team paid official visit to Berlin: Strong support and recognition of results from German partners
RYCO and partners joined forces for the upcoming Youth Forum in Berlin Berlin - From traditionally good relations to newly...
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RYCO Announces Winners of 2nd Open Call WBYCF
Dear Applicants, We want to express our gratitude towards all of you who have shown interest and made efforts to...
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INVITATION TO TENDER: Cleaning Services for RYCO, Head Office in Tirana, Albania
Tirana – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender “For the...
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Call for Applications 2024/2025: Western Balkans Meet Japan – A Bridge into the Future
WESTERN BALKANS/JAPAN – Are you intrigued by Japanese culture? Would you like to immerse yourself in a 7-day cultural experience...
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SG Hani in Burgas Connectivity Forum: Youth cooperation and better connectivity for prosperity and well-being of all region
RYCO Secretary General Albert Hani took part as speaker in Burgas Connectivity Forum 2024, event that on 31st of May...
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Warm welcome through RYCO Youth Talk to the regional participants of the UN Youth Assembly in Kosovo*
Pristina - The 6th United Nations Youth Assembly in Kosovo was held under the theme “Youth, Peace, and Security in...
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Applications Received
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Organizations and Schools Implementing RYCO projects
Euros Invested in Youth Exchanges
Young People Exchanged
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