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.

Make Your School a Superschool

Shared Futures: Youth Perceptions
on Peace in the Western Balkans

Young People Create
Regional Youth Agenda

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We are hiring - Office Assistant!
WESTERN BALKANS – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office is hiring! Job Description The Office Assistant performs a broad range of...

The second RISE Regional Forum for Social Entrepreneurs held in Skopje
More than 100 changemakers, social entrepreneurs, and government officials from the region and the EU gathered to discus how to...

Do we dare to reconcile? Bridging Borders and Cultures: RYCO Youth Talk Event at OPENS Center in Novi Sad
On the 8th of September, 2023, an inspiring event took place at the OPENS Center in Novi Sad, Serbia. The...

Strengthening Bonds Between RYCO and OSCE in Montenegro
PODGORICA – Head of RYCO Local Branch Office in Montenegro - Mr Edin Koljenović held a productive meeting with the...

RISE Regional Forum for Social Enterprises officially started with fair in Skopje
The Second RISE Regional Forum for Social Enterprises was officially opened yesterday in Skopje during traditional Fair, that gathered more...

We are hiring: Local Program Officer in North Macedonia
WESTERN BALKANS – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office is hiring! Job Description The Local Program Officer (LPO) will assist the...

Invitation to Tender: Production of online content for the project activities of the RYCO
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender "Production of...

RYCO@BGPride: Queer for Peace - Bridging the Gap in Belgrade!
Belgrade - RYCO Local Branch Office in Serbia took part in Belgrade Pride Week by organizing the Youth Coffee Talk...

Peaceful Vibes at Youth Fair in Pristina
In the Fair of creativity and youth, the RYCO Local Branch Office in Kosovo* proudly showcased its commitment to fostering...

We are hiring: Finance and Administration Assistant in Head Office
WESTERN BALKANS – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office is hiring! Job Description The Finance and Administration Assistant reports to the...

Call for Applications: A Social Entrepreneurship Program in the Western Balkans
For the fourth year running, the Regional Incubator for Social Entrepreneurs (RISE) is launching a Call for Applications for its...

Open Call for Participation: Join the Western Balkan Youth Forum in Tirana!
RYCO is excited to announce the opening of registrations for the Western Balkans Youth Forum, a unique opportunity for young...

Tirana to Host the Summit of the Berlin Process and WB Youth Forum 2023.
The most awaited youth event of the year “Balkan Youth Express” is taking place in Tirana from 6-7 October. The...

Invitation to Tender for Production and Design of branded visibility materials for RYCO in Albania
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender "Production and...

Branch Office in Montenegro and Youth Network Strengthen Collaborative Efforts for Youth Empowerment
PODGORICA - In a significant step towards fostering youth engagement and empowerment, the Head of RYCO Local Branch Office in...

Join the RYCO discussion over morning coffee titled "RYCO@BGPride Youth Coffee Talk: Queer for Peace – Are We Close?
The inclusion of queer voices in peacebuilding efforts can play a transformative role in challenging traditional social norms, especially in...

We are hiring: Operations Manager
WESTERN BALKANS – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office is hiring! Position: Operations Manager Work Base: Head Office in Tirana, Albania...

Berlin Declaration of the WB Youth Forum 2022: The youth calls for democracy, peace, and sustainability
BERLIN - The Berlin Declaration of the Western Balkans Youth Forum 2022 is finally launched. The tremendous work derived from...

Exploring Nature and Unity: Intercultural Youth Eco Kamp in Vusanje, Gusinje
RYCO Local Branch Office in Montenegro organized a three-day Intercultural Youth Eco Camp in cooperation with the local NGO from...

Harmony Hero Awards: Celebrating Youth Peacebuilders on International Youth Day 2023
(Pristina, 10th August 2023) – On the occasion of International Youth Day 2023, RYCO Local Branch Office in Kosovo*, in...

Call for Applications 2023/2024: 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...

You(th) Can Lead: RYCO celebrates International Youth Day in Sarajevo
Sarajevo - In celebration of International Youth Day, a global array of events is being organised to shed light on...

Successful finalization of the EU-WB-SI project in Tirana
We are thrilled to announce the successful finalization of the EU-WB-SI project, marked by a two-day event held in Tirana....

RYCO in Serbia builds capacities of local CSOs for applying to “RYCOnnecting YOUth” open call
ŠABAC - The RYCO Local Branch Office in Serbia, with the support of the OSCE Mission to Serbia, organized a...
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