Summary
The project aims to create a community space where diverse groups including journalists, researchers, activists and students can converge to discuss the media’s role in democratic development, human rights, and conflict resolution. Additionally, the project seeks to boost cultural enrichment and support the causes of vulnerable groups by providing them with a platform to advocate for social change.
Donor
European Union
Implemented by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation, UNESCO, British Council
Main Objective
The main objective of the project is to strengthen the capacity of young activists, researchers, and journalists to engage in effective activism and truth-telling through media and culture.
Specific Objectives
- Establish a community space for journalists, researchers, students, activists, and a venue for cultural events.
- Build capacity of young people in the region with specific tools for activism and reconciliation.
- Build capacity for gender equality and inclusion by ensuring all activities are gender-sensitive, providing equal opportunities for participation, and amplifying the voices and needs of vulnerable groups.
Target groups
Journalists and media workers in the region, young researchers and students, activists and associations representing vulnerable groups, cultural enthusiasts and local community members.
Main implementers
Balkan Investigative Reporting Network (BIRN Hub)
Partners
YIHR Serbia