The training session addressed various topics, including an overview of terrorism and various forms of violent extremism. It also focused on the strategic objectives outlined in the National Strategy. Labinot Leposhtica, the Legal Office and Monitoring Coordinator at BIRN Kosovo and a member of the Working Group for the National Strategy for Preventing and Countering Terrorism emphasized the importance of engaging local communities in efforts to combat extremism and terrorism. He underscored the necessity of implementing the strategy at the local level.
The representative from the Ministry of Internal Affairs Milot Sfishta underscored the vital role of local authorities in achieving the strategy’s goals. During a detailed presentation, he provided an overview of the current situation regarding returnees and emphasized the significant role that local-level initiatives play in the overall process.
A total of 16 participants attended the training, 10 of whom were women. This group reflected a diverse mix of municipal representatives and staff members from the Municipality of Vushtrri.
By the conclusion of the training, participants were left with a deeper understanding of the national strategy as well as an increased awareness of their responsibilities as public servants. This training is aimed at serving a safer and more resilient community, better prepared to face the realities of violent extremism.
The event was part of the ‘Resilient and Inclusive Community Programme’, which is funded by the Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund (GCERF).