Strengthening Youth Civic Participation in Political Processes

Strengthening Youth Civic Participation in Political Processes is a project implemented by New Social Initiative (NSI). The project aims to strengthen youth civic engagement in the Kosovo–Serbia dialogue by supporting young researchers, promoting evidence-based advocacy, encouraging policy discussions, and fostering cooperation between civil society, institutions, and other relevant stakeholders.

As part of the project, New Social Initiative will implement the following activities:

• Organization of training sessions for young researchers from Kosovo and Serbia on qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, policy document development, data visualization, and evidence-based advocacy
• Mentorship for young researchers in conducting research and developing policy recommendations
• Publication and promotion of policy papers through social media, broadcast, print, and online media
• Organization of discussion workshops bringing together civil society activists, journalists, analysts, young researchers, and other stakeholders
• Development and presentation of hypothetical scenarios for future Kosovo–Serbia relations
• Organization of seminars on the Kosovo–Serbia dialogue for political organizations and relevant stakeholders
• Organization of annual conferences in partnership with other organizations to promote research findings and regional dialogue

Duration: 24 months (October 2024 – September 2026)

Funded by: National Endowment for Democracy (NED)