Be part of the Fifth Generation!
The Institute for Social Policy "Musine Kokalari" announces the call for applications for the fifth edition of the Academy for Public and Social Policy, which will be held from September 8 to 13, 2025.
During this intensive week, participants will have the opportunity to attend lectures and workshops with renowned lecturers, researchers and experts from Kosovo, the Western Balkans and the European Union.
What does the Academy offer?
The Academy's program combines theoretical lectures, practical training, interactive workshops, collective discussions, and cultural and social activities, on the topics:
- History, Nation, Statehood and Citizenship
- Political Ideologies and the Political Spectrum
- Equality and inclusion
- Evironment
- Welfare Economics
- Public and social policies
The purpose of the Academy
The Academy aims to educate and empower young people with progressive values, emphasizing the importance of social justice, gender equality, freedom of expression and belief, workers’ rights, anti-discrimination, and active citizenship. Participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to actively engage in the public and political sphere.
Who can apply?
30 participants will be selected. Participation in the Musine Kokalari Academy 2025 is also open to applicants who are not citizens of the Republic of Kosovo. Applications from girls and women, as well as from non-majority communities in Kosovo, are particularly encouraged. Knowledge of the English language is an advantage.
Application criteria:
- You are between the ages of 18-28
- You are studying or have graduated in one of the following fields: political science, sociology, philosophy, economics, law, journalism, or similar fields
- You have basic knowledge and interest in public and political issues
Documents required for application:
- CV
- Cover letter
Screening
The selection is done in two stages:
- Evaluation of documents (CV and cover letter)
- Interview with candidates selected in the first phase
Participants who attend the Academy in its entirety will be provided with a certificate upon successful completion of the program.
Covered expenses
All costs of participation in the Academy will be covered by the “Musine Kokalari” Institute, including:
- Travel (within Kosovo)
- Food and drinks
- Accommodation for participants outside of Pristina
- Simultaneous translation into Albanian and Serbian
Application deadline
Application documents can be sent until July 27, 2025, 23:59 to the email: [email protected]