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In collaboration with the international organization Human Rights Education Youth Network (Belgium), INTEGRA NGO (Kosovo), and Civic Initiatives (Serbia), Youth Initiative for Human Rights (Serbia) hosted a three-day conference in Brussels focused on the intersection of art and activism. Titled "Art x Peace", the conference took place across various locations in Brussels from December 12 to 14, including the European Parliament. It brought together a diverse group of artists, activists, politicians, Members of the European Parliament, and academics engaged in exploring the role of art in the fight for human rights. The conference opened with a session at the European Parliament, where Members Vladimir Prebilič and Gordan Bosanac (Greens / European Free Alliance), as well as former European Parliament Vice President and...

From September 19 to 22, the Youth Initiative for Human Rights (YIHR), in partnership with Integra NGO, Civic Initiatives, and the Human Rights Education Youth Network (HREYN), hosted a residential workshop titled “What did we inherit?” at Endžio Hab. This unique gathering brought together young artists and cultural professionals from Kosovo and Serbia, providing a platform to delve into the complexities of their shared history and its influence on their artistic practices. Under the guidance of expert Andrej Nosov, participants engaged in critical discussions centered on the intricate dynamics of Kosovo-Serbia relations. The workshop concluded with a collaborative effort to create a multimedia peace project designed to promote cultural cooperation between the two regions. Participants took part in a documentary highlighting cultural...

On August 7, 2024, the partner consortium of project — “Mirrors Into Windows: Working for Peace with Arts” supported by the European Commission's flagship programme to support the audiovisual sectors and culture -  “Creative Europe”  met in Prishtina to discuss project developments. The partners addressed the consequences of the ban on the “Miredita, dobar dan!” festival by the Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Serbia and its implications for related activities. Representatives from Integra NGO (Kosovo), Youth Initiative for Human Rights (Serbia), Civic Initiatives (Serbia), and HREYN (Brussels) discussed the severity of the ban and its implications not only for the festival and the related activities within the project, but also for its broader societal impact. It was emphasized...