Open Call for Nominations: Harmony Hero Award 2025 Organized by RYCO Local Branch Kosovo* and the German Embassy in Kosovo For the…
On this very day nine years ago, six Western Balkans Governments gathered in Paris and signed the Agreement of Establishment of the…
Shkodër- From June 26th to 28th, the city of Shkodër hosted a dynamic three-day Workshop on Raising the Capacities of Local Youth…
Dear Applicants, We want to express our gratitude towards all of you who have shown interest and made efforts to participate in…
From June 10 to 15, 2025, the second part of the third edition of the Sport for Development (S4D) Instructor Training took…
From June 16 to 21, Berane, a small town in northeastern Montenegro, became a meeting point for young changemakers from the Western…
Montenegrin MPs sign Declaration committing them to enhanced co-operation with youth Podgorica- Montenegrin MPs have committed to establishing regular dialogue with youth…
Experiences from exchanges as a testament of youth impact in regional dialogue and cooperation At a time when dialogue and cooperation…
It’s been a thriving spring for Western Balkans’ young researchers as 12 of them, coming from different parts of the region, gathered…
Belgrade –Do you thrive in dynamic environments and have a passion for logistics, coordination, and youth development? The Regional Youth Cooperation Office…
Young people across the Western Balkans, Ukraine, Georgia, and Moldova are being invited to step into the spotlight as storytellers of change…
Tirana – Do you thrive in dynamic environments and have a passion for logistics and administration? The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO)…
For the third year in a row, RYCO had the pleasure of welcoming a group of Harvard students in Tirana, for an…
RYCO’s Sixth Newsletter is here! Packed with highlights and upcoming events, our team has worked hard to make this newsletter a gateway…
Following a series of inspiring Demo Days across the Western Balkans, RYCO, in collaboration with its partners and Local Incubators, is proud…
Brussels- capital of Belgium and home of EU institutions- was a next stop of RYCO tour led by Secretary General, Albert Hani,…
On May 7th, the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) had the pleasure of welcoming a group of 21 students from Berlin to…
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender “Framework agreement for the…
Following two unforgettable editions of the Regional Summer Camps in Bosnia and Herzegovina and North Macedonia, we are delighted to announce that…
TIRANA- The RYCO Local Branch Office in Albania proudly partnered with the Department of Political Science and International Relations at Epoka University…
The Head of the Local Branch of the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) in Montenegro, Edin Koljenovic, and Program Coordinator Bojana Lalatovic,…
Western Balkans Youth Cultural Fund continues to empower youth-led cultural activism and regional cooperation. After the successful implementation of the previous Open…
After previously taking advocacy efforts and promoting the Youth Peace and Security Agenda (YPS) across WB6 by raising awareness, mapping stakeholders and…
Tirana – Do you thrive in dynamic environments and have a passion for logistics and administration? The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO)…
From institutional partners to representatives of regional and international organizations, RYCO’s pivotal role in fostering youth cooperation, reconciliation, and intercultural dialogue in…
The first part of the third edition of the Sport for Development (S4D) Instructor Training was successfully implemented between 1st to 5th…
Sarajevo/Novi Sad, 29 March 2025 – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) expresses its deepest concern and strongest condemnation of the violent…
Following the selection process of the 6th “RYCOconnecting” Open Call, RYCO successfully organized regional training in Pristina to strengthen the capacities of…
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender “Framework agreement for the…
For decades, the Western Balkans have faced the challenge of young people moving abroad in search of better opportunities, driven by high…
Young leaders from twelve political parties gathered in Budva from March 11 to 13 to discuss strategies for involving young people in…
Elbasan, 14 March 2025 – Laughter, music, and the energy of young people filled Elbasan’s Dhaskal Todri High School, as Summer Day…
Tirana, March 7-8, 2024 – At a time when Europe is facing rapid changes and new challenges, young voices are stepping up…
Dear Applicants, We sincerely appreciate your interest and efforts in participating in the 6th RYCO Open Call for Project Proposals. This year,…
A kick-off event in Tirana marked the beginning of RYCOgnizing YPS – new regional initiative aimed at empowering youth actors and organizations…
Are you passionate about youth empowerment, social inclusion, and the transformative power of sport? Do you want to promote positive change across…
On February 28, 2025, a high-level visit took place on the final event of the first exchange “Different But The Same Balkan…
Skopje, – In a significant step towards fostering integrity and transparency in governance, over 30 young politicians and political activists gathered today…
The Head of the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) Local Branch in Montenegro, Edin Koljenović, welcomed the newly appointed Head of the…
On February 18, 2025, a high-level visit was held to one of the awarded Superschools programs, implemented as part of the second…
In a significant step towards strengthening regional cooperation and enhancing youth initiatives in the Western Balkans, RYCO hosted GIZ Bosnia and Herzegovina…
TIRANA – The Secretary General of RYCO, Mr. Albert Hani and the Head of Local Branch Office in Albania Mr. Kreshnik Loka,…
A meeting at RYCO’s Head Office in Tirana provided a opportunity to strengthen cooperation between RYCO and the Austrian Embassy. Ambassador of…
RYCO’s Fifth Newsletter is here! Packed with highlights and upcoming events, our team has worked hard to make this newsletter a gateway…
In recognition of the unwavering support for RYCO and its peacebuilding mission in the Western Balkans, RYCO Secretary General Albert Hani has…
Dear Applicants, We sincerely appreciate the effort, dedication, and enthusiasm you have shown in applying for the 6th RYCO Open Call for…
Marking the 62nd Anniversary of the Élysée Treaty, Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) welcomed today German and French delegation, led by German…
Skopje – On January 17, 2025, representatives of the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) took part in the traditional annual Diplomatic Corps…
TIRANA – Peace requires collective responsibility and ongoing commitment, therefore the engagement of all stakeholders is crucial to ensure the sustainability and…
Sarajevo – Are you passionate about community engagement and driving meaningful change at the local level? The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO)…
Tirana – Are you passionate about logistics and ensuring the smooth operation of organizational processes? The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is…
Efforts to localize the Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) agenda across the Western Balkans have brought together youth, civil society, and policymakers…
Pristina, December 20, 2024 – Peace Broadcaster Closing Event: Empowering Young Journalists as Peace Reporters End of December and one more significant…
WESTERN BALKANS – Beginning of December marked the start of the lifetime journey for 13 young people from Western Balkans region, who paid…
Zlatibor – From December 6th to 8th, RYCO played a pivotal role as a partner organization in the promotion of the 4th…
Tirana, December 7, 2024 – The Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) Academy successfully concluded its third and final module at the Hotel…
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…
Skopje, November 18, 2024 — Students from across the Western Balkans gathered in Skopje this week for a dynamic three-day event, organized…
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…
Budva – A three-day capacity-building training on crafting project applications focused on youth mobility, cooperation, activism, and intercultural learning was organized by…
SKOPJE – The latest edition of “Peace Broadcasters: Empowering Young Journalists as Peace Reporters,” organized by RYCO in partnership with Deutsche Welle,…
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…
RYCO’s Forth Quarterly Newsletter is here! Packed with highlights and upcoming events, our team has worked hard to make this newsletter a…
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…
In response to an invitation from the Aspen Institute and the Southeast Europe Association, our Secretary-General, Mr. Albert Hani, participated in the…
TIRANA – The Local Branch Office of RYCO in Albania, in collaboration with SCiDEV, hosted the RYCO Youth Talk: YPS and Digital…
RYCO Local Branch Office in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in collaboration with Deutsche Welle, hosted an inspiring RYCO Youth Talk on “Solution-Oriented Journalism…
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…
Western Balkans – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO), in collaboration with Bürger Europas e.V. and supported by the German Federal Foreign…
RYCO Secretary General, Albert Hani, attended a conference organized by the “Beyond Borders Stakeholders Conference”, in Bonn. He shared RYCO’s experience in…
PRISTINA- 8 schools from Kosovo have been awarded the title of “Superschool” this year, and their proposed projects, which will contribute to…
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…