23/07/2024
KCSS took part in the Regional Meeting of "Regional Youth Partnership Program” – organized in Mokrin, Serbia, from 19 to 21 July 2024.
The Regional Youth Partnership Program was held in Mokrin, Serbia, from July 19 to 21, 2024. Representatives from Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia gathered together to learn more about the transformative power of sports in building peace and reconciliation in the Western Balkans.
The theme of this meeting was "Beyond the Finish Line: From Intense Career Stories to Major Sports Diplomacy"
1️⃣The first day started with an introductory speech that set the tone for the event. This was followed by a screening of the poignant documentary "Once Brothers," which chronicles the friendship and subsequent estrangement of two basketball players from different sides of a conflict. The movie served as a powerful catalyst for a group discussion, where participants shared their thoughts and reflections on the impact of sports on personal relationships and broader societal issues.
2️⃣The second day was packed with activities and inspirational stories. The speakers shared inspiring stories from conquering Everest, the world of basketball , adventurous world of scuba diving and more The highlight of the day was a session on sports diplomacy, particularly through the lens of the Olympic Games. Participants discussed how the Olympics serve as a global platform for fostering diplomatic relations and mutual understanding among nations.
3️⃣The third day was dedicated to introspection and motivation. We began by reflecting on the insights and experiences shared over the previous two days, discussing how we could apply these lessons in our own lives and communities.
This project is supported by USAID and implemented by the Kosovo Center for Security Studies (KCSS), Belgrade Center for Security Policy (BCSP), Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Sarajevo, Divac Foundation, Peer Education Network (PEN), PRONI, and the Global Republican International Institute (branches in Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia).
