Youth Initiative for Human Rights – Kosovo (YIHR KS) was established in 2004. For more than fifteen (15) years, YIHR KS has worked successfully to protect and promote human rights and democratic values not only in Kosovo but also in the region. In particular, YIHR KS is focused on the process of dealing with the past, protecting human rights and the rule of law, and strengthening youth at the local and regional levels.
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St. Ardian Krasniqi
2nd floor, No.5
XK，Prishtina，10000
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What does it take to build peace? From connecting young people across Kosovo and Serbia to preserving childhood memories of war, Youth Initiative for Human Rights - Kosovo (YIHR KS) is creating spaces for dialogue and remembrance. Discover the powerful stories shaping the future of reconciliation. Read the full article here ?? #YouthForPeace #EuropeHouseKosovo
Kujtojm? viktimat e sulmit ndaj autobusit Nish Ekspres af?r Podujev?s Sot sh?nohet 24-vjetori i krimit ndaj civil?ve n? autobusin Nish Ekspres n? Livadic?, af?r Podujev?s, ku u vran? 12 serb? dhe u plagos?n 10 t? tjer?. Ata ishin n? rrug? p?r vizit?, Kosov?, shumica prej tyre p?r t? vizituar familjar?t e tyre. T? gjith? viktimat ishin civil? q? m? par? kishin jetuar n? Kosov?. Pasi m? 13 mars 2009, paneli i p?rzier i Gjykat?s Supreme t? Kosov?s liroi Florim Ejupin nga t? gjitha akuzat p?r k?t? sulm ndaj civil?ve p?r shkak t? munges?s s? provave, ky krim ende mbetet i pazgjidhur. N? k?t? dit?, ne kujtojm? Nenad Stojanoviq, Milinko Kragoviq, Lazar Milkiq, Dragan Vukotiq, Sun?ica Pej?iq, Zhivana Tokiq, Slobodan Stojanoviq, Mirjana Dragoviq, Nebojsha Cokiq, Snezhana Cokiq, Danilo Cokiq dhe Veljko Stakiq q? u vran? n? k?t? sulm t? kryer nga nj? shp?rthim mine m? 16 shkurt 2001. YIHR Kosova i p?rkujton institucioneve t? Kosov?s obligimin q? kan? p?r t? p?rndjekur penalisht k?t? sulm, posa??risht pasiq? ky ?sht? nj? prej krimeve m? t? r?nda t? kryera kund?r civil?ve serb? t? Kosov?s q? nga ardhja e forcave nd?rkomb?tare ne Kosov?. V?nia e drejt?sis? p?r te gjith? viktimat dhe t? mbijetuarit/at e krimeve t? lidhura me konfliktin ?sht? thelb?sore p?r procesin e pajtimit dhe p?r nd?rtimin e shoq?rive paq?sore n? rajon. T? rinj p?r me kujtu, t? p?rkushtuar q? kurr? mos me harru! -------- ENG Remembering the Victims of the Attack on the Nis-Express Bus Near Podujevo Today marks the 24th anniversary of the crimes against civilians on the Nis Express bus in Livadice near Podujevo, when 12 Serb civilians were killed and 10 others wounded. They were on their way to visit Kosovo, most of them traveling to visit with their families. All the victims were civilians who had previously lived in Kosovo. After the mixed panel of the Supreme Court of Kosovo acquitted Florim Ejupi due to lack of evidence on March 13, 2009, this crime remains unresolved. On this day, we remember Nenad Stojanovi?, Milinko Kragovi?, Lazar Milki?, Dragan Vukoti?, Sun?ica Pej?i?, ?ivana Toki?, Slobodan Stojanovi?, Mirjana Dragovi?, Neboj?a Coki?, Sne?ana Coki?, Danilo Coki?, and Veljko Staki? who were killed in this attack carried out by a mine explosion on February 16, 2001. YIHR Kosovo reminds Kosovo institutions of the obligation they have to prosecute this attack, especially since this is one of the most severe crimes committed against Kosovo Serbs civilians since the arrival of international forces in Kosovo. Bringing justice to all the victims and survivors of conflict-related crimes is crucial towards reconciliation and towards building peaceful societies in the region. Too young to remember, determined to never forget!
??T’DREJTA x 365?? T? drejtat tona nuk kufizohen vet?m n? bot?n fizike, ato vlejn? edhe online!???? ??Java e dyt? e shkurtit sh?non Jav?n e t? Drejtave Digjitale, nj? moment ky p?r t? theksuar se liria e shprehjes, privat?sia dhe mbrojtja nga dhuna digjitale jan? t? drejta t? garantuara. ??N? kuad?r t? kamapnj?s T’DREJTA X 365, rikujtojm? se hap?sira digjitale duhet t? jet? e sigurt p?r t? gjith?, e lir? nga urrejtja dhe diskriminimi. Le t? mos e normalizojm? dhun?n online, ta sifdojm? at?! ??Si pjes? e kampanj?s T’DREJTA X 365, theksojm? se t? drejtat themelore t? njeriut mbrohen edhe n? hap?sir?n digjitale. Ne t? gjith? duhet t? angazhohemi p?r nj? hap?sir? online m? t? sigurt, nj? t? till? ku nuk ka vend dhuna dhe diskriminimi! ____ ENG Our rights are not limited to the physical world, they apply online as well!???? ??The second week of February marks Digital Rights Week, a key moment to emphasize that freedom of expression, privacy, and protection from digital violence are fundamental and guaranteed rights. ??As part of the campaign, we remind everyone that the digital space must be safe for all, free from hate and discrimination. Let’s not normalize online violence—let’s challenge it! ??We reaffirm that fundamental human rights must also be upheld in the digital space. We all must work together to create a safer online environment—one where violence and discrimination have no place!
??T’DREJTA x 365?? T? drejtat tona nuk kufizohen vet?m n? bot?n fizike, ato vlejn? edhe online!???? ??Java e dyt? e shkurtit sh?non Jav?n e t? Drejtave Digjitale, nj? moment ky p?r t? theksuar se liria e shprehjes, privat?sia dhe mbrojtja nga dhuna digjitale jan? t? drejta t? garantuara. ??N? kuad?r t? kamapnj?s T’DREJTA X 365, rikujtojm? se hap?sira digjitale duhet t? jet? e sigurt p?r t? gjith?, e lir? nga urrejtja dhe diskriminimi. Le t? mos e normalizojm? dhun?n online, ta sifdojm? at?! ??Si pjes? e kampanj?s T’DREJTA X 365, theksojm? se t? drejtat themelore t? njeriut mbrohen edhe n? hap?sir?n digjitale. Ne t? gjith? duhet t? angazhohemi p?r nj? hap?sir? online m? t? sigurt, nj? t? till? ku nuk ka vend dhuna dhe diskriminimi! ____ ENG Our rights are not limited to the physical world, they apply online as well!???? ??The second week of February marks Digital Rights Week, a key moment to emphasize that freedom of expression, privacy, and protection from digital violence are fundamental and guaranteed rights. ??As part of the campaign, we remind everyone that the digital space must be safe for all, free from hate and discrimination. Let’s not normalize online violence—let’s challenge it! ??We reaffirm that fundamental human rights must also be upheld in the digital space. We all must work together to create a safer online environment—one where violence and discrimination have no place!
T? drejtat tona nuk kufizohen vet?m n? bot?n fizike, ato vlejn? edhe online! Java e dyt? e shkurtit sh?non Jav?n e t? Drejtave Digjitale, nj? moment ky p?r t? theksuar se liria e shprehjes, privat?sia dhe mbrojtja nga dhuna digjitale jan? t? drejta t? garantuara. N? kuad?r t? kamapnj?s T’DREJTA X 365, rikujtojm? se hap?sira digjitale duhet t? jet? e sigurt p?r t? gjith?, e lir? nga urrejtja dhe diskriminimi. Le t? mos e normalizojm? dhun?n online, ta sifdojm? at?! Si pjes? e kampanj?s T’DREJTA X 365, theksojm? se t? drejtat themelore t? njeriut mbrohen edhe n? hap?sir?n digjitale. Ne t? gjith? duhet t? angazhohemi p?r nj? hap?sir? online m? t? sigurt, nj? t? till? ku nuk ka vend dhuna dhe diskriminimi! ____ ENG Our rights are not limited to the physical world, they apply online as well! The second week of February marks Digital Rights Week, a key moment to emphasize that freedom of expression, privacy, and protection from digital violence are fundamental and guaranteed rights. As part of the campaign, we remind everyone that the digital space must be safe for all, free from hate and discrimination. Let’s not normalize online violence—let’s challenge it! We reaffirm that fundamental human rights must also be upheld in the digital space. We all must work together to create a safer online environment—one where violence and discrimination have no place!
?We are thrilled to announce that YIHR KS is now officially a member of the United Network of Young Peacebuilders (UNOY) – the leading global community of young peacebuilders!? Out of 144 applications worldwide, YIHR KS is the only CSO from Europe to become part of this incredible network, connecting with youth-led organizations that are transforming power structures, building sustainable peace, and advocating for meaningful youth participation. ??UNOY is a global network of youth-led organizations dedicated to building and sustaining peace. For over 30 years, UNOY has worked to end the violence of young people’s exclusion, advocating for youth participation in decision-making and creating spaces where young activists can connect, collaborate, and drive change. UNOY envisions a world where young people actively shape peaceful and inclusive societies, a vision that perfectly aligns with our mission at YIHR KS. For over 20 years, YIHR KS has been at the forefront of peace advocacy, human rights, and youth empowerment, working to challenge exclusion, bridge divides, and amplify young voices in decision-making. Joining UNOY strengthens our commitment to these values and allows us to contribute to a world free from all forms of violence. Together, we demand a future where young people: ??Have the power to transform conflict ??Participate in decision-making without barriers ??Partner for peace without fear or threat This milestone is not just for us, it’s for every young activist in Kosovo fighting for a more just and peaceful society!
?? Cross-Border Internship We’re thrilled to introduce a groundbreaking opportunity! Young professionals will have a chance to participate in the Cross-Border Internship Program. This 3-month program is a unique chance for young professionals from Kosovo and Serbia to gain invaluable hands-on experience in Civil Society Organizations in each other’s countries. This initiative fosters a stronger bond between communities and enhances professional development. This isn’t just about internships, it’s about nurturing relationships, promoting intercultural dialogue, and building a bridge for future cooperation. ?? Apply to complete a three-month internship in Belgrade, Serbia through the link: https://lnkd.in/eZ9m2VRk *This project is funded by the European Union
Last week, we held our 2025 Annual Strategic Planning, reflecting on the challenges and achievements of 2024 and setting bold goals for the year ahead. ??? The state of human rights in Kosovo and worldwide may be daunting, but it will never shake our passion and dedication to justice and equality for all. With renewed energy, we are stepping into 2025 ready to fight, advocate, and push for social change and human rights, stronger, more determined, and united in our mission.????
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IN KOSOVO: CHILDREN OF WAR MUSEUM The work of the?Youth Initiative for Human Rights - Kosovo (YIHR KS), the museum features hundreds of items from #Albanians and #Serbs who survived the 1998-99 #Kosovo war as children, from books to clothes, pencil, toys, notebooks, pictures, half-burned belongings, refugee tents and other objects that remind the lender of their wartime childhood. “I am deeply moved to see that in Kosovo, we are starting to share, elaborate and reflect on the traumas and the lasting traces of war,” [Berlin-based Kosovo artist Petrit Halilaj told BIRN by email from the US. “Art has this profound ability to give form to what is often inexpressible, to transform fragments of the past into something that can be seen and understood,” said Halilaj. "It’s a reminder of how these visual testimonies by children continue to carry an undeniable truth.” #childhood #trauma #artmatters #museum #exhibition #kosovo #westernbalkans #warcrimes #truthmatters
Muzeu i F?mij?ve t? Luft?s – nj? hap?sir? kujtese p?r f?mij?rin? e nd?rprer? nga Lufta e Kosov?s. Bashkohuni me ne p?r t? reflektuar mbi historit? e path?na t? s? kaluar?s. Mos e humbisni ekspozit?n inauguruese, “Loja e Nd?rprer?.” ????Hapja: 22 janar, ora 18:00 ??Adresa: Rr. Adrian Krasniqi, 10000 Prishtin? (zyrat e YIHR) ____ SRB Muzej Dece Rata – prostor se?anja na detinjstvo prekinuto tokom rata na Kosovu. Pridru?ite nam se da zajedno reflektujemo o neispri?anim pri?ama pro?losti. Ne propustite inauguracionu izlo?bu ?Prekinuta Igra.” ????Otvaranje: 22. januar, 18:00 ??Adresa: Ulica Adrijan Krasni?i, 10000 Pri?tina (kancelarije YIHR) _____ ENG The Children of War Museum – a space of remembrance for childhoods interrupted by the Kosovo War. Join us to reflect on the untold stories of the past. Don’t miss the inaugural exhibition, “Play Interrupted” ????Opening: January 22, 6:00 PM ??Address: Adrian Krasniqi St. 10000 Pristina (YIHR offices)