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School of Politics

School of Politics

School of Politics is one of the first non-formal political education programs in Kosovo and the oldest program that is still active. Since 2003, the School of Politics is implemented by the Prishtina Institute for Political Studies with the support and under the umbrella of the Council of Europe.

The School of Politics of Pristina was established with the aim of empowering political, economic, social and cultural leaders, to help the transition process of Kosovar society by supporting the creation of a modern society, democratic political culture, through providing a space for dialogue and exchange between current and future leaders, coming from a variety of fields. In a broader perspective, the work of the School of Politics is related to addressing the democratic deficit, the rule of law and the issue of human rights. The participants of the School are selected from a wide range of groups, actors and organizations such as political parties, public administration, civil society, media, minority groups, business and academia. The educational focus of the School can be described with the idea of strengthening democratic principles and practices. The School's modules include topics such as: the functioning of the democratic order with participation, representation and inclusiveness, good governance, human rights, security policies, foreign policy and international relations, development policies such as energy and the green agenda, as well as parties politics and the role of the media.

Each academic year, the school accepts a group of up to 30 participants who are selected based on their professional skills, taking into consideration other relevant political, social, ethnic, gender, and geographical factors. A significant number of former participants of the School of Politics hold key positions in political and social life in Kosovo. Moreover, the School's lecturers are experts in various fields, involved in political processes and public life, academics, representatives of institutions and organizations, diplomats and journalists, local and international.



The School of Politics program is supported by the Council of Europe.


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Roundtable and statements regarding the publication 'Responsible Reporting on Dealing with the Past and Media Challenges in Kosovo'

Roundtable and statements regarding the publication 'Responsible Reporting on Dealing with the Past and Media Challenges in Kosovo'

15 July 2026

July 2026

PIPS organised a discussion roundtable to present a publication on responsible media reporting and dealing with the past in Kosovo.

During the roundtable, Besian Beha presented the key findings and recommendations of the Policy Brief, highlighting the importance of professional and responsible reporting when addressing issues related to the past, transitional justice, and reconciliation processes in Kosovo. The presentation opened a discussion on the role of the media in shaping public narratives, perceptions of the past, and broader public debate on justice and accountability.

Media professionals and representatives shared their professional experiences and perspectives, reflecting on the challenges journalists face when reporting on sensitive issues, including the use of appropriate language, information verification, the treatment of victims, and the need to avoid narratives that may deepen existing social divisions. The discussion also explored opportunities to strengthen reporting practices that contribute to better-informed public debate and a more careful approach to dealing with Kosovo’s past.

The roundtable continued with an open and interactive discussion, during which participants shared their perspectives and experiences and engaged in an exchange on the issues raised during the presentation, as well as on ways in which the media can contribute to a more informed, inclusive, and responsible public discourse on Kosovo’s past.

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PIPS je organizovao okrugli sto na kojem je predstavljen publikacija o odgovornom izveštavanju medija i suočavanju sa prošlošću na Kosovu.

Tokom okruglog stola, Besian Beha je predstavio ključne nalaze i preporuke Policy Brief-a, ističući značaj profesionalnog i odgovornog izveštavanja o pitanjima koja se odnose na prošlost, tranzicionu pravdu i procese pomirenja na Kosovu. Prezentacija je otvorila diskusiju o ulozi medija u oblikovanju javnih narativa, percepcija prošlosti i šire javne debate o pravdi i odgovornosti.

Medijski profesionalci i predstavnici medija podelili su svoja profesionalna iskustva i perspektive, osvrćući se na izazove sa kojima se novinari suočavaju prilikom izveštavanja o osetljivim temama, uključujući upotrebu odgovarajućeg jezika, proveru informacija, odnos prema žrtvama i potrebu za izbegavanjem narativa koji mogu dodatno produbiti postojeće društvene podele. Diskusija je takođe bila usmerena na mogućnosti za unapređenje praksi izveštavanja koje doprinose bolje informisanoj javnoj debati i pažljivijem pristupu procesu suočavanja sa prošlošću na Kosovu.

Okrugli sto je nastavljen otvorenom i interaktivnom diskusijom, tokom koje su učesnici podelili svoje perspektive i iskustva i razgovarali o pitanjima pokrenutim tokom prezentacije, kao i o načinima na koje mediji mogu doprineti informisanijem, inkluzivnijem i odgovornijem javnom diskursu o prošlosti Kosova.

 

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Seminar III: Peace, Diplomacy and Security (Generation 24)

Seminar III: Peace, Diplomacy and Security (Generation 24)

13 July 2026

July 2026

The Prishtina Institute for Political Studies (PIPS) organized the third seminar of the School of Politics, dedicated to “Peace, Diplomacy and Security”, with a particular focus on Kosovo’s position in a changing world order and evolving geopolitical environment.

Across three days, participants had the opportunity to discuss current developments in Kosovo’s foreign policy, the country’s international recognition process, Euro-Atlantic integration, security dynamics in the Western Balkans, and institutional responses to crisis situations.

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Seminari Rajonal për Drejtësi Tranzicionale/Regional Seminar on Transitional Justice/Regionalni seminar o tranzicionoj pravdi

Seminari Rajonal për Drejtësi Tranzicionale/Regional Seminar on Transitional Justice/Regionalni seminar o tranzicionoj pravdi

22 June 2026

PIPS mbajti Seminarin Rajonal mbi Drejtësinë Tranzicionale "Nga Ballafaqimi me të Kaluarën te Formësimi i së Ardhmes", duke bashkuar të rinjë nga shoqëria civile, profesionistë të medias, akademikë nga Kosova, Serbia, Bosnja dhe Hercegovina dhe Kroacia për dy ditë dialogu rajonal.

Gjatë seminarit, pjesëmarrësit eksploruan disa nga çështjet më urgjente me të cilat përballet Ballkani Perëndimor sot: si përballen shoqëritë me narrativat konkurruese të së kaluarës, si ndiqet llogaridhënia në mjedise të polarizuara politikisht, si proceset e personave të zhdukur mund të çojnë përpara të vërtetën dhe drejtësinë, dhe si të rinjtë, media e pavarur dhe perspektivat gjinore po formësojnë të ardhmen e kujtesës dhe pajtimit.

Përmes dialogut të hapur, seminari krijoi hapësirë për pjesëmarrësit për të sfiduar supozimet, për të ndarë përvoja rajonale dhe për të ndërtuar një rrjet rajonal më të fortë të përkushtuar për t'u përballur me të kaluarën.

Jemi mirënjohës ndaj ekspertëve, partnerit dhe pjesëmarrësve tanë për dy ditë bisedash kuptimplote dhe të nevojshme.

Ky aktivitet u mundësua me mbështetjen e projektit rajonal "Mbështetje e BE-së për Ndërtimin e Besimit në Ballkanin Perëndimor," i financuar nga Bashkimi Evropian (BE) dhe i zbatuar nga Programi i Kombeve të Bashkuara për Zhvillim (UNDP).

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PIPS held the Regional Seminar on Transitional Justice "From Dealing with the Past to Shaping the Future", bringing together young political and civic leaders, media professionals, academics and civil society representatives from Kosovo, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Croatia for two days of regional dialogue.

Over the course of the seminar, participants explored some of the most pressing questions facing the Western Balkans today: how societies confront competing narratives of the past, how accountability is pursued in politically polarized environments, how missing persons processes can advance truth and justice, and how youth, independent media and gender perspectives are shaping the future of memory and reconciliation.

Through open dialogue and critical exchange, the seminar created space for participants to challenge assumptions, share regional experiences, and build a stronger regional network committed to dealing with the past.

We are grateful to the experts from Kosovo and across the region who led these sessions with insight and courage and to our partner and participants for two days of meaningful and necessary conversations.

The activity is made possible with the assistance of the regional project EU Support to Confidence Building in the Western Balkans, which is funded by the European Union (EU) and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

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18 years of Prishtina School for Political Studies
Around 600 participants
Over 250 lecturers
Over 60 seminars organized
Over 500 lectures held
Over 200 participants attended the World Forum for Democracy
 

Schools of Political Studies Network and Association

 
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Prishtina School of Politics is part of the multilateral forums of the Council of Europe's School of Politics Network and the Association of School of Politics.

Schools Network was created by the Council of Europe in 2005 in order to provide a framework for the exchange of information, expertise and practices between the Schools. The network also provides a milieu in which regional and bilateral activities between two or more schools take place. Today Schools of Politics operate in Central, Eastern and South-Eastern Europe, the South Caucasus. Such a wide reach has necessarily increased the need for cooperation, therefore the network offers such opportunity. To find out more about the School Network download the following documen here.

Association of School of Political Studies of the Council of Europe was founded in 2008 by the Directors of Schools of Politics, with the aim of strengthening links, stimulating development and supporting the schools. Equipped with a legal framework, Schools now have a tool that allows the Network to communicate with its own voice.

The Association plays an important role in supporting School Alumni. The Association's website has become a major hub for communication and information for its members, and provides a platform for dialogue and exchange between school graduates and current participants. More information on the Association of School of Political Studies of the Council of Europe can be found at: https://www.schoolsofpoliticalstudies.eu/index.php/en/.

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World Forum for Democracy

 
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The World Forum for Democracy

The World Forum for Democracy (formerly the Summer University for Democracy) is one of the most important activities of the School of Politics. This event annually brings together in Strasbourg School of Politics of all countries, and in addition, as the program is open to other participants as well.

The themes of the World Forum on Democracy vary from year to year. Until now, participants have had the opportunity to attend editions discussing democracy, power, social cohesion, social inclusion, political elites, the new Europe, the Arab Spring, media gender representation and information.

Prishtina School of Politics has been represented in this event with over 250 participants over the years. The World Forum on Democracy also serves as a platform for sharing experiences and sharing best practices, applied in a variety of contexts. More information about this event can be found at the following link: https://www.coe.int/en/web/world-forum-democracy.

 

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