Training on the Sport for Development (S4D) methodology brought together 22 teachers from across the Western Balkans in Tirana last week. During the five-day training, teachers had the opportunity to learn more about the theoretical approach of S4D, as well as to participate in S4D activities and gain firsthand experience of how this methodology can
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RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender “Development and Implementation of the 10th Anniversary Campaign and Enhancement of RYCO’s Brand Book and Visual Assets” RYCO is seeking the services of a creative agency to develop and implement several processes contributing to visibility and recognizability
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Students and teachers from twelve high schools across the Western Balkans have been selected to take part in RYCO Superschools exchanges and learn more how physical activity, sport, and play can be used to address important social topics. Through the program, participants will learn how sport can support the prevention of violence, strengthen social cohesion,
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RYCO invites civil society organizations across the Western Balkans to apply for the 7th RYCOnnecting Youth Open Call, supporting youth-led initiatives that strengthen reconciliation, intercultural learning, dialogue, and regional cooperation. This Open Call is a key instrument of RYCO’s Strategic Plan 2025–2027, translating our vision into concrete action by empowering young people and CSOs to build trust, cooperation,
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Western Balkans, Friday 19th December – Representatives of governments and youth from WB6 gather together in 27th RYCO Governing Board Meeting to evaluate achieved results and discuss priorities and upcoming activities for the year ahead. GB Meeting, that took place online, marked an important milestone in the organization’s governance and strategic planning cycle. The meeting
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RYCO’s Eighth Newsletter is here! Packed with highlights and upcoming events, our team has worked hard to make this newsletter a gateway to the latest happenings in the Regional Youth Cooperation Office. In this edition, you’ll find diverse features, ranging from RYCO activities and inspiring individuals to exciting upcoming events, promising to keep you informed
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RYCO has been awarded a formal commendation by the Ambassador of Japan to Albania, H.E. KATO Kikuko, marking a significant milestone in the seven-year partnership that has strengthened dialogue, cultural exchange, and youth empowerment across the Western Balkans. The recognition reflects the long-standing cooperation between RYCO and the Government of Japan through the MIRAI Program—an
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Tirana, 17 November 2025 – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO), in partnership with Yunus Social Business Balkans and with the support of the French Development Agency (AFD) and the European Union, hosted the RISE Local Forum in Tirana at Europe House. The event brought together representatives from public institutions, international organizations, academia, and the private sector, alongside
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RYCO Local Branch of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in cooperation with OFAJ and EVZ, is pleased to announce the launch of a new trilateral initiative aimed at connecting young people from Germany, France, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The programme invites motivated individuals aged 18 to 30 from Bosnia and Herzegovina to join Young Voices for a
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