by admin | Feb 21, 2025 | Meetings and Events
The Peace Conference ‘Sisterhood: In Times of War and Peace,’ which took place on the 30th of September at the 12th edition of the FemArt Festival, brought together activists, artists, and key stakeholders to discuss the role of activism in promoting peace in the region. Held at the Grand Hotel in Prishtina, the conference gathered around 50 people in the audience. The conference was opened by Zana Hoxha, who emphasized the importance of this event and highlighted the significance of sisterhood in the times we are living in.
Before the discussions in each panel began, the research titled “Tranquility amid diversity: Exploring Peaceful Periods in Kosovo’s History – After the 1974 Constitution” was presented by the author, Valdete Idrizi.
She explained that the main goal of this research is to make a meaningful contribution to the ongoing discourse on achieving peace and fostering sustainable development in post-conflict regions. She further emphasized that by deepening the study of the peaceful period in Kosovo’s history within Yugoslavia, society can draw valuable lessons for transformative processes that occur when a society emerges from destruction and conflict and begins the path of change and reconciliation. The findings of this research will enrich existing knowledge and could help shape strategies for peacebuilding and sustainable development in other regions trying to recover from conflict. During her presentation, the author also highlighted the role of women during the period the research focuses on.
“The role of women was evolving both in public and private life,” said Valdete Idrizi. “For many women, the challenges of this era—patriarchal limitations, lack of access to education, and political repression—were deeply intertwined with the broader struggles of the Albanian community. Women were discriminated against not only as women, but also as Albanians.” She emphasized that despite these obstacles, women managed to create their own paths toward progress, fighting for education, taking on leadership roles in both families and society, and making significant contributions to preserving cultural identity.
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by admin | Feb 21, 2025 | Meetings and Events
On December 18, 2024, Vuk Vučeraković, President of the Prona Foundation, proudly presented the History of Peace for Education through Theatre – HOPE Erasmus+ project at the Info Day: Erasmus+ Programme for Youth and Sports. The event, hosted by the National Erasmus+ Office, took place at the European House in Podgorica.
This inspiring initiative highlights the transformative power of education and theatre in fostering peace and understanding across borders
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by admin | Feb 21, 2025 | Meetings and Events
As part of International Human Rights Day, DAH Theatre organized the second annual Prologue to the Festival: Arts and Human Rights from December 9-11, 2024, at the Cultural Center Parobrod.
On December 10, a theater workshop titled “What Does Positive Peace Mean?” was held for young participants as part of the HOPE project. Additionally, historian Dubravka Sojanovic delivered a lecture titled “How to Think About Peace in Times of Conflict.”
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by admin | Feb 21, 2025 | Meetings and Events
On February 10, 2025, representatives from partner organizations gathered at the Artpolis premises in Prishtina for a Transnational Meeting as part of the HOPE Project.
Throughout the meeting, partners engaged in productive discussions on the progress of the project, planning of upcoming activities, the reporting period, and the dissemination strategy. The session provided a valuable platform for exchanging insights, strengthening collaboration, and ensuring the successful implementation of the project’s objectives.
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by admin | Feb 21, 2025 | Meetings and Events
The transnational meeting held in Heraklion, Crete, Greece on June 10-11, 2024, brough togehter six partners to collaborate on important project milestones. The combination of presentations, training sessions and practical simulations provided a comprehensive approach to achieving the project’s goals. Partners left with a clear understanding of their responsibilities and a renewed commitment to the project’s success. The cultural excursion to the Knossos Palace added an enriching dimension to the meeting, blending professional development with cultural appreciation and what peace could bring to the world. Overall, the transnational meeting in Heraklion was a significant step forward the project progress.
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