Empowering Young People in Kosovo and the Balkans
Building The Balkans
Building the Balkans supports youth empowerment through education, intercultural cooperation, social entrepreneurship, and environmental action.
collaborations and projects
since 2015
About us
Building the Balkans – BtB is a non-governmental organization established in Mitrovica North, on October 28, 2015. BtB has been established in by 5 young members from different ethnicities in Kosovo with the aim of developing communication and relations between youngsters of different communities that live in Kosovo.
It also aims to educate, empower and involve young people in Kosovo in various activities that lead to building a successful career and sharing knowledge and practices with young people in European
countries.
A trusted NGO and a strong Erasmus+ parner for almost a decade
Connect with us now and let’s start working together
Whether you are a young person, organization, institution, or potential partner, we are always open to new ideas, cooperation, and opportunities to work together.
Feel free to reach out to learn more about our work, projects, and activities, or simply to connect with our team.
Our Impact & Experience
Since 2015, Building the Balkans has worked with young people, youth workers, and partner organizations across Kosovo, the Western Balkans, and Europe through educational, community-based, and international cooperation initiatives.
Our organization has implemented and contributed to projects focused on youth empowerment, inclusion, sustainable development, intercultural dialogue, media literacy, and social entrepreneurship, with a strong emphasis on non-formal education and active participation.
Through Erasmus+ and regional partnerships, we continue to create opportunities for young people from diverse communities and backgrounds — including young people with different abilities and fewer opportunities — to learn, connect, and contribute to positive social change.
Our Approach
Building the Balkans is a youth-driven organization working to empower young people through non-formal education, inclusion, and active participation in society. Our work brings together young people from diverse communities and backgrounds to develop skills, exchange experiences, and contribute to positive social change.
Through local and international partnerships, we design and implement initiatives focused on sustainable development, social entrepreneurship, intercultural dialogue, media literacy, and inclusive youth work. We believe that education, cooperation, and participation are essential in building resilient and inclusive communities across Kosovo and the Western Balkans.
Youth Empowerment & Non-Formal Education
We empower young people through non-formal education, training programmes, and international exchanges that strengthen their skills, confidence, and active participation in society.
Inclusion & Equal Opportunities
We promote inclusive youth work and support the participation of young people with different abilities and fewer opportunities. Through educational, sport, and community activities we aim to create spaces where all young people can learn, contribute, and develop their potential.
Social Entrepreneurship & Employability
We support young people in developing entrepreneurial ideas, practical skills, and creative initiatives that improve employability and encourage innovative solutions to social challenges.
Sustainability
We promote environmental awareness and sustainable practices through youth initiatives, community engagement, and educational activities that encourage responsible use of natural resources.
Intercultural Dialogue & Cooperation
We foster cooperation and understanding among young people from different communities in Kosovo and the Balkans, encouraging dialogue, diversity, and peaceful collaboration.
Our Projects
Guidebook with Curriculum for the training course “Creativity and Large-scale youth sport work events”
Handbook on organising creative large-scale youth sport work events
Guidebook with Curriculum for the Training course “Youth sport work for reconciliation and acceptance of diversity”
Guidebook with Curriculum for the Training course “Reconciliation youth work in post-conflict areas”
News
Last Saturday, our members Ardita Xhemajli and Qëndresa Ujkani hosted the fourth session of the NextGen Balkans: Youth Cooperation Series, bringing together young people from Kosovo and Greece to discuss
Last Saturday, our members Qëndresa Ujkani and Ardita Xhemajli hosted the second webinar of the NextGen Balkans: Youth Cooperation Series, bringing together young people from Kosovo and Greece for an
We had the opportunity to take part in the “Futures of Youth Work” workshop held in Kranjska Gora, where our Executive Director, Berna Xhemajli, joined youth work professionals from across
We are pleased to announce the launch of our new Erasmus+ initiative: “Capacity Building in Youth Work for the Inclusion of Young People with Different Abilities through Quality Sport, Outdoor,
