Marija Marković was born on September 15, 2000, in Podgorica. After graduating from high school, she enrolled in the Faculty of Philology in Nikšić and is currently pursuing her master’s studies. Since 2021, she has participated in various local and regional projects with the NGO Prazan Prostor, including the interactive play “Love and Violence”, “Razumi.me”, “The Art of Understanding”, and others. She also hosts and produces a literature-focused show on the student radio station KRŠ. Occasionally, she works as a drama pedagogue at the NGO Prazan Prostor. Currently, she is involved in the regional Erasmus+ project for youth educators, INSADIA Training Course (training for youth and educational workers in the field of digital and social media education).
Ismet Krasniqi has more than 3 years of experience working in different projects and initiatives within the NGO and civil society sector, mainly focused on youth empowerment, civic engagement, advocacy, and participation in decision-making processes. Through his engagement in various local and regional initiatives, he has contributed to project implementation, youth representation, community mobilization, and public advocacy.
Ismet graduated in Political Science, a field that helped him strengthen both his academic and practical understanding of governance, public policy, democracy, and international relations. He is currently a Master’s candidate in International Relations and Diplomacy at the University of Pristina.
Alongside his academic background, the various leadership and representative positions he has held over the years have helped him gain strong practical experience in working with institutions, civil society organizations, and youth structures. He currently serves as Student Senator at the Senate of the University of Prishtina and previously served as President of Students at the Faculty of Philosophy. In the past, he also served as Chairman of the Student Council during his high school education, representing students’ interests and coordinating youth-led activities and initiatives.
Ismet is known as a motivated and committed young professional with experience in project management, youth advocacy, public speaking, campaign coordination, and civic engagement. Through his work and engagement, he aims to contribute to strengthening the role of young people in society and promoting democratic values, active citizenship, and regional cooperation.
*This designation is without prejudice to positions on status and is in line with UNSCR 1244 and the ICJ Opinion on the Kosovo Declaration of Independence.
