ECMI Kosovo engages in action-oriented projects aimed at stabilising interethnic relations in post-independence Kosovo and supporting the government in generating effective practices in majority-minority relations. Working closely with the Kosovo authorities, minority stake-holders and international organisations, ECMI Kosovo has played a significant role in the development of minority rights legislation and community-based policy over the past decade. ECMI Kosovo now focuses on the strengthening of institutions for the protection of minorities and building the capacity of minority civil society organisations to engage with the government, in order to ensure that commitments to minorities will be implemented in a sustained and effective way.
ECMI Kosovo offers substantive competence in relation to human and minority rights, decentralisation, policy-making and programming on minority issues and the inclusion of minorities in political decision-making processes. Currently, ECMI Kosovo is providing:
- Support to the Office of the Prime Minister in establishing the Office for Community Affairs.
- Support to the Office of the President in establishing the Consultative Council for Communities.
- Support to the Ministry of Local Self Government in the implementation of the decentralisation process.
- Support for municipal authorities and civil society organisations in improving the delivery of minority education.
ECMI Kosovo is accepted by minority representatives, the Kosovo government and international actors as a key partner. In the implementation of projects, ECMI Kosovo aims to cooperate with all relevant actors and stakeholders to ensure effective cooperation and avoid duplications of efforts. Moreover, ECMI Kosovo prioritises the direct involvement and leadership of government officials and community organisations throughout project activities to build their capacity and sense of ownership over the projects outcomes, ensuring sustainability and a lasting impact. |
