News - Open Society Foundations Western Balkans

Gen Z Kitchen Festival in Brussels amplifies Western Balkans youth voices

Young people across the Western Balkans remain deeply committed to democracy and the European future of their region, yet their trust in political institutions is increasingly conditional, shaped by expectations of delivery, accountability, and meaningful inclusion. This message set the tone for the Gen Z Kitchen Festival: What’s Cooking in the Western Balkans, a dialogue-driven […]

Ignita Forum 2025: Civil Society Redefines Western Balkans Integration from Within

Three days of dialogue in Prizren focused on how evidence, youth and civic engagement can inform Europe’s ongoing integration process. Prizren, 10 October 2025 — The inaugural Ignita Forum 2025: On the Edge concluded today at the Innovation and Training Park (ITP) Prizren, Kosovo bringing together over 200 participants from across the Western Balkans and […]

Ignita Forum 2025: On the Edge Opens Dialogue on Europe’s Future from the Western Balkan

Ignita Forum 2025 launches in Prizren as a new platform connecting civil society, policymakers and youth around EU integration, green transition and digital transformation in the Western Balkans. Pristina, 6 October 2025 – The inaugural Ignita Forum 2025: On the Edge will take place on 8–10 October at the Innovation and Training Park (ITP) Prizren, […]