The 21st RYCO Governing Board (GB) meeting, organized under the Chairmanship of Bosnia and Herzegovina, took place on 6th of December, gathering…
Berlin – The Aspen Institute and the German Federal Foreign Office convened a high-level working group of experts and government representatives in…
Are you passionate about democracy and peace? Do you want to shape the future alongside young leaders from across Europe and beyond?…
Thirteen selected young people from the Western Balkans will spend the next 7 days in Japan, as part of the MIRAI Program…
Dear Applicants, We want to express our gratitude towards all of you who have shown interest and made efforts to participate in…
Skopje – In a step toward enhancing youth participation in decision-making, RYCO Secretary General Mr. Albert Hani met with Mr. Afrim Gashi,…
BELGRADE – RYCO LBO Serbia, in collaboration with the South-East Europe Dialogue on Internet Governance (SEEDIG) and the OSCE Mission to Serbia,…
In the course of this year, RISE reached the milestone of five years since its establishment in the region for building social entrepreneurship and empowered youth in the Western Balkans. Celebrations marking this anniversary took place in Tirana, Sarajevo, Pristina, Podgorica,…
Tirana – Minister Bora Muzhaqi paid an official visit to the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) headquarters in Tirana, hosted by the…
RYCO Secretary General Albert Hani participated in a conference Human Capital in the New Growth Plan: Supporting the 5th Freedom, organized by…
Skopje – RYCO’s Local Branch Office in Skopje, in partnership with the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) organized a 2-day training…
RYCO OPEN CALL FOR PROJECTS PROPOSALS OPEN UNTIL NOVEMBER 20 Opportunity for CSOs to enhance youth empowerment and regional cooperation Creating…
Pristina – A working breakfast with media representatives, held in Pristina on November 14, 2024, marked another step in RYCO’s ongoing efforts…
Regional Youth Cooperation Office conveyed an informal meeting that gathered today in Podgorica members of the RYCO Governing Board to discuss the…
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender “Travel management and other…
Tirana, Albania —RISE 5th Anniversary caravan continued its journey today in Tirana, highlighting achievements of this powerful initiative that has inspired and…
To mark the fifth anniversary of the RISE project, PULSE Balkans, in partnership with RYCO and six local incubators, is organizing six…
Skopje— Yesterday we wrapped up the two-day Regional Conference titled “Scoring Development: Regional Cooperation and Youth Empowerment through Sport.” Organized by the…
Western Balkans – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is seeking applicants for the position of Secretary General. The Secretary General (SG)…
The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is seeking applicants for the position of Deputy Secretary General. The Deputy Secretary General is accountable…
Vienn, Austria – Yesterday, in a significant gathering focused on fostering collaboration across the Western Balkans, the Secretary General of the Regional…
Tirana, Albania – In a significant meeting focused on fostering regional collaboration, Ambassador Tarran met with Secretary General Albert Hani to discuss…
BERLIN – On the 10th anniversary of the launching of the Berlin Process in 2014, the Heads of Government of Albania, Bosnia…
Berlin – Alongside aspirations for European integration and greater democratization, young people in the Western Balkans are also united by common problems,…
Berlin- RYCO Secretary General, Albert Hani, participated in Berlin Process Leaders Summit, that took place in Berlin on 14th of October. This…
TIRANA – The Local Branch Office of RYCO in Albania, in collaboration with SCiDEV, hosted the RYCO Youth Talk: YPS and Digital…
RYCO Secretary General, Albert Hani, participated in the Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of the Berlin Process that took place in Berlin on the…
Serbia, Vranjcka Banja – This week, RYCO successfully organized a capacity-building training event as part of the RYCO Superschools Exchange Programme, bringing…
Tirana – Are you passionate about data-driven insights and enhancing project impact? The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is looking for a…
In celebration of the International Day of Peace, the award ceremony for the 2024 Harmony Hero Awards took place at the German…
The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO), in partnership with Deutsche Welle, cordially invites young journalists and journalism students from the Western Balkans…
Recognizing the key role of sports in building a better and fairer society, the seventh youth camp on “Intercultural Competencies in Sports”…
30 Years of Peacebuilding: A Journey of Courage, Persistence, and Hope This 21st of September, as we celebrate International Peace Day, I…
WESTERN BALKANS – On September 21st, the world unites to celebrate the International Day of Peace, established by the United Nations to…
RYCO Secretary General, Albert Hani, attended a conference organized by the “Beyond Borders Stakeholders Conference”, in Bonn. He shared RYCO’s experience in…
Skopje – Today, a productive meeting was held between representatives of the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) and Victorija Trajkov, Deputy Minister…
Six Young Designers from the Western Balkans Create New Permanent Logo for the Berlin Process Summit
The Berlin Process Summit has officially introduced a new visual identity, created by a talented team of six young designers from the…
Tirana- 16 schools from Albania have been awarded the title of “Superschool” this year, and their proposed projects, which will contribute to…
Sarajevo- 16 schools from Bosnia and Herzegovina have been awarded the title of “Super School” this year, and their proposed projects, which…
We are thrilled to announce the final selection of participants for the 2024/2025 edition of Western Balkans Meet Japan – A Bridge…
For the fifth year running, the Regional Incubator for Social Entrepreneurs (RISE) is launching a Call for Applications for its program to…
PODGORICA – 5 schools from Montenegro received the title of “Superschool” this year, and their conceptual projects, which will contribute further to…
RYCO Secretary General, Albert Hani participated in 33rd Economic Forum, three-day event that gathered together in Polish city Karpacz more than 6.000…
BELGRADE – This year, 30 schools from Serbia have been awarded the title “Superschools,” and their projects, which will contribute further to…
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender “Travel management and other…
09 –15 October 2024, Berlin, DE Are you a young visionary from the Western Balkan who is passionate about shaping the future…
Open Call for Nominations: Harmony Hero Award Organized by RYCO Local Branch Kosovo* and the German Embassy in Kosovo On the occasion…
WESTERN BALKANS – Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is pleased to announce that 90 secondary schools from the Western Balkans are selected…
This week, a key meeting was held at the Ministry for Youth, Social Policies, and Demography in Skopje. Minister Fatmir Limani met…
RYCO’s Third Quarterly Newsletter is here! Packed with highlights and upcoming events, our team has worked hard to make this newsletter a…
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender “Travel management and other…
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender “Travel management and other…
“In design thinking wrong, is right” Valbona, Albania – In the stunning landscape of Valbona, six young designers have come together for…
Sarajevo – From July 22 to 24, 2024, Sarajevo hosted the Youth MeetUp, second event within the partnership between RYCO and the…
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender “Travel management and other…
Skopje – On July 16, 2024, the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) held a significant event titled “The Role of Media in…
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender “Travel Management Services for…
Washington, DC – In the spirit of Madeleine Albright, who always believed in making a difference, RYCO Secretary General Albert Hani recently…
New York –As part of a series of stakeholder meetings during his official trip to the United States, RYCO Secretary General Mr.…
RYCO’s work and unique mission in the region are recognized, especially when it comes to quality of programs and their implementation, and…
RYCO, the regional organization dedicated to youth development and cooperation, marks its 8th anniversary on the 4th of July. So far, RYCO…
SERBIA – This month, RYCO Local Branch Office in Serbia organized two Western Balkans Youth Cultural Fund local workshops, dedicated to all…
Western Balkans – Launch of the Superschools 3rd Open Call on 7th of May, followed by series of info sessions in Albania,…
Tirana, June 11-13, 2024 – The Youth Summit Tirana, a regional initiative organized this year by the Municipality of Tirana, brought together…
RYCO and partners joined forces for the upcoming Youth Forum in Berlin Berlin – From traditionally good relations to newly announced cooperations,…
Dear Applicants, We want to express our gratitude towards all of you who have shown interest and made efforts to participate in…
Tirana – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender “For the provision of…
WESTERN BALKANS/JAPAN – Are you intrigued by Japanese culture? Would you like to immerse yourself in a 7-day cultural experience that lets…
RYCO Secretary General Albert Hani took part as speaker in Burgas Connectivity Forum 2024, event that on 31st of May gathered together…
Pristina – The 6th United Nations Youth Assembly in Kosovo was held under the theme “Youth, Peace, and Security in the AI…
Skopje – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) Local Branch Office in North Macedonia recently concluded a six-week MUNA Academy program in…
This Saturday RYCO team, led by Secretary General Albert Hani, welcomed a group of more than 50 Harvard students, including master’s and…
Following the successful conclusion of last year’s Regional Summer Camp in North Macedonia , we are delighted to announce that we are…
RYCO’s Second Quarterly Newsletter is here! Packed with highlights and upcoming events, our team has worked hard to make this newsletter a…
Tirana – RYCO Secretary General Albert Hani participated as a speaker in an opening panel of Regional Youth Medical Olympiad – RYMO.…
Superschools Kick-Off Event “Exchange for Change”: New Opportunities to Bolster Regional Cooperation
High Schools from Western Balkans to Apply for New Exchange Scheme Tirana, 7th May – Kick-off event titled “Exchange for Change”, organized…
Supported by the Austrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) organized a 3-day study visit to Vienna from…
RYCO Secretary General, Albert Hani, gathered together RYCO team this week in Tirana for a three-day working meeting on program plans, new…
Regional Cooperation for Better Economy and Well-Being RYCO Secretary General Albert Hani took part as a speaker in the #OneRegionOneMarket, high-level regional…
Western Balkans: Berlin Process – Road to the 10th anniversary was a topic that recently brought together youth and relevant stakeholders all…
Skopje- Youth from North Macedonia actively participated in a lively discussion at the Youth Talks event, celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the…
Podgorica, March 28, 2024 – The RYCO Youth Talk held in the premisses of European House in Podgorica echoed a resounding message…
As the Berlin Process is crucial platform for cooperation in the region, which ensures that aspirations of the Western Balkans towards EU…
Western Balkan Youth Cultural Fund brings new opportunities for art in action to contribute to mutual understanding and lasting peace Following the…
Poland – With a Sense of Social Responsibility- Growing Activity Among Youth was a topic of a panel discussion in which RYCO…
RYCO Secretary General Albert Hani participated today at the Regional Summit on Growth and Convergence Plan, organized by Albanian Prime Minister Edi…
TIRANA: RYCO Secretary General Mr. Albert Hani and Head of the Local Branch in Albania Mr. Kreshnik Loka, hosted several media representatives…
RYCO is thrilled to announce that it is launching its quarterly newsletter! Packed with highlights and upcoming events, our team has worked…
Several positive audits and evaluations conducted Major reform processes that recently took place in RYCO are based on the policy agenda that…
RYCO Kicks-Off the “Jeunes des 2 Rives (J2R)” program focused on knowledge exchange and international solidarity education The Regional Youth Cooperation Office…
Mitrovica- In a meaningful gathering at the Diakonie Youth Center in Mitrovica on January 25, 2024, the German and French Embassies in…
Tirana – Good relations between Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) and National Youth Agency of Albania (NYA) will be continued and further…
Tirana – The RYCOnnecting Youth Open Call winners recently convened in Tirana for a two-day workshop. The participants were officially greeted by…
Tetovo – The “Empowering Youth for Peace and Security” workshop, a joint initiative by the Center for Education and Development and Multikultura,…
Bečići – Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) in Montenegro in cooperation with Youth Network of Montenegro organized “Capacity Building Training in the…
Bosnia and Herzegovina – Recently, local activities in several cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina were organized as our team from LBO BIH…
RYCO Secretary General, Albert Hani, participated as a speaker at the side event on the Youth, Peace and Security agenda, organized by…
Dear Applicants, We want to express our gratitude towards all of you who have shown interest and made efforts to participate in…
An unusual event was organized on the occasion of National Youth Day by the Minister of State for Youth and Children and…
Pančevo- On December 7th, the vibrant city of Pančevo witnessed an inspiring gathering of young minds at the RYCO Youth Talk held…