Welcome to RYCO
Regional Youth Cooperation Office
Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is an independently functioning institutional mechanism, founded by the Western Balkans 6 participants (WB 6): Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia, aiming to promote the spirit of reconciliation and cooperation between the youth in the region through youth exchange programs.
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Meet the Superschools in Serbia: Exchange and Mobility of High School Students in the Western Balkans Contributing to Reconciliation and Improved Regional Cooperation
BELGRADE – This year, 30 schools from Serbia have been awarded the title "Superschools," and their projects, which will contribute...
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Strengthening Project Writing Skills for Regional Cooperation
KOPAONIK- The RYCO Local Branch Office in Serbia, with the support of the OSCE Mission to Serbia, organized for the...
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Invitation to Tender: Travel Management and other related services for the Local Branch Office in Kosovo*
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender "Travel management...
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Call for Participants: International Youth Exchange & the WB6 Youth Forum 2024
09 –15 October 2024, Berlin, DE Are you a young visionary from the Western Balkan who is passionate about shaping...
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Know a Peace Hero? Or Are You One? Nominate Now!
Open Call for Nominations: Harmony Hero Award
Organized by RYCO Local Branch Kosovo* and the German Embassy in Kosovo On the occasion of the International Day of Peace, RYCO Local Branch Kosovo and the German Embassy in Kosovo are pleased to announce the second Harmony Hero Awards. These awards recognize young individuals and informal groups who have made significant contributions to peacebuilding, reconciliation, and dealing with the past through community work. The Harmony Hero Awards aim to celebrate these efforts and showcase successful initiatives to inspire others to engage in peacebuilding activities. By highlighting the achievements of these young heroes, we hope to encourage a broader commitment to reconciliation and community development. Award Categories:- Community Engagement and Advocacy: For those who have initiated grassroots peace initiatives in their community, and for activists raising awareness and advocating for peace and social justice in their community.
- Innovative Technological Initiatives: For those who have used technology innovatively for peacebuilding in their community.
- Art and Creativity: For those using visual arts, music, theater, literature, or other creative expressions to promote peace, reconciliation, and address past conflicts in their community.
- Individuals or informal groups aged 15-29 from Kosovo.
- Nominees can only be considered for one award category.
- Both self-nominations and nominations by others are accepted.
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90 Schools from the region are becoming Superschools: RYCO Announces Final List of the 3rd Superschools Open Call
WESTERN BALKANS – Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is pleased to announce that 90 secondary schools from the Western Balkans...
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Minister Fatmir Limani Reaffirms Support for RYCO and Regional Youth Cooperation
This week, a key meeting was held at the Ministry for Youth, Social Policies, and Demography in Skopje. Minister Fatmir...
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RYCO's Third Quarterly Newsletter: Dive In!
RYCO's Third Quarterly Newsletter is here! Packed with highlights and upcoming events, our team has worked hard to make this...
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We are hiring: Project Officer in the Head Office
Western Balkans – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office is looking for a new team member in Tirana! Job Description The Project...
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We are hiring: Finance and Administration Officer in the Head Office
Western Balkans – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office is looking for a new team member in Tirana! Job Description The Finance...
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Invitation to Tender: Travel Management and other related services for the Local Branch Office in Albania
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender "Travel management...
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Invitation to Tender: Travel Management and other related services for the Local Branch Office in Bosnia and Herzegovina
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender "Travel management...
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The Excitement Builds as Young Designers Begin Crafting the Permanent Logo for the WB Berlin Process Summit
"In design thinking wrong, is right" Valbona, Albania – In the stunning landscape of Valbona, six young designers have come...
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RYCO Open Call for Capacity Building Training for CSOs from Serbia
BELGRADE – RYCO Local Branch Office in Serbia is opening a call for participation in capacity-building training for the preparation...
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Youth MeetUp: A Platform for Future Youth Empowerment in the Western Balkans
Sarajevo - From July 22 to 24, 2024, Sarajevo hosted the Youth MeetUp, second event within the partnership between RYCO...
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[Extended Deadline] Invitation to Tender: Travel Management and other related services for the Local Branch Office in Montenegro
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender "Travel management...
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Summer Camp in Bijeljina: Youth from the Western Balkans for positive changes in their communities
This week, the ethno-village Stanišić welcomed around fifty young people aged 17 to 24 from the Western Balkans. The youth...
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RYCO Marks a Decade of the Berlin Process: Media's Role and Journalism Excellence Awards
Skopje - On July 16, 2024, the Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) held a significant event titled "The Role of...
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Invitation to Tender: Travel Management Services for the Local Branch Office in North Macedonia (Extended Deadline)
RYCO – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is inviting tenderers to submit their offers for the tender "Travel Management...
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Youth: The Key to Regional Stability and Security
Washington, DC - In the spirit of Madeleine Albright, who always believed in making a difference, RYCO Secretary General Albert...
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[Extended Deadline] We are hiring: Finance and Administration Officer in the LBO Montenegro
Western Balkans – The Regional Youth Cooperation Office is looking for a new team member in Podgorica! Job Description The Finance...
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Official Visit to the UN Youth Office: RYCO Secretary General Hani Meets with ASG Felipe Paullier
New York –As part of a series of stakeholder meetings during his official trip to the United States, RYCO Secretary...
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British Embassy supports RYCO's work and efforts towards youth empowerment
RYCO's work and unique mission in the region are recognized, especially when it comes to quality of programs and their...
RYCO Celebrates its 8th Anniversary
RYCO, the regional organization dedicated to youth development and cooperation, marks its 8th anniversary on the 4th of July. So...
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Organizations and Schools Implementing RYCO projects
Euros Invested in Youth Exchanges
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