Kosovo institutions and society to react on the language of hatred (RTK2)
The head of the parliamentary group of the Serbian List Slavko Simić told RTK2 that at the next parliamentary session he will request an apology for the hate speech that could be heard in the wiretapping scandal. The wiretapped conversations of the former head of the parliamentary group of the Democratic Party of Kosovo Adem […]
Read More →Problems of women under-represented in the Brussels talks (Kim radio)
In North Mitrovica was presented a project “Women’s rights and the Brussels agreement,” which is jointly implemented by the NGO “Women’s Rights” and Radio Mitrovica North. The project aims to contribute to better realization of women’s rights in the process of normalization of relations between Pristina and Belgrade. Director of the NGO “Women’s Rights” Ružica […]
Read More →US human rights report: Endemic corruption in the government of Kosovo (Koha)
One of the most serious problems with human rights in Kosovo during 2015 was the obstruction, at times violent, of the parliament by opposition deputies during the October-December period, states the annual US State Department report on human rights. This obstruction, according to the report, blocked free debate and the passage of legislation. Furthermore, endemic […]
Read More →Kosovo’s Chief Prosecutor and Ombudsperson join forces in protection of human rights (Koha)
Kosovo’s Chief Prosecutor Aleksander Lumezi met Ombudsperson Hilmi Jashari today and discussed the challenges they face in the performance of their duties. They also spoke about the respect of human rights, guaranteed by the Constitution of Kosovo. The two officials agreed to intensify cooperation in protection of human rights and freedoms.
Read More →EU: Minorities lack decision-making capacities (Koha)
The minority communities in Kosovo lack capacities to participate effectively in policy and decision-making processes, writes Koha citing a report published by the European Union Office in Prishtina. The report also notes that the minority communities face additional barriers due to their continued marginalization, and, their lack of integration in society and institutions. Director of the EU […]
Read More →Kosovo is far away from human rights’ standards (Radio Kosova)
On the International Human Rights Day, 10 December, Kosovo is still considered to be among places where respect for human rights does not meet the required standards, declared on Tuesday head of the Council for Defense of Human Rights and Freedom (CDHRF), Behxhet Shala. Radio Kosova reports that according to Shala, human rights are violated […]
Read More →Democracy in Kosovo (RTK2)
International Day of Democracy, 15 September, was marked in Pristina by various activities. The Kosovo Assembly has opened its doors to all who wish to learn about the work of this institution. “I know that this day will be marked in different ways and probably will be shown better situation than it really is. The […]
Read More →Pristina evaluate human rights (Vecernje Novosti)
The recent decision of the Venice Commission to allow entry of Kosovo in its composition will have a series of symbolic as well as practical consequences, and precedents in the work of this institution, which has a strong influence in international relations. We examined what will change in the ‘treatment’ of the southern province within […]
Read More →UN experts continue with their fact-finding mission in Kosovo (kohaonline)
The United Nations Working Group on Enforced or Involuntary Disappearances continues today with its visit to Kosovo, in a fact finding mission for the missing persons. The three members of the Working Group, Mr. Ariel Dulitzky, Ms. Jasminka Dzumhur, and Mr. Osman el-Hajjé, met yesterday with President Jahjaga, the Working Group for the Missing and […]
Read More →Allocation of funds for integration of RAE community, delayed (Koha)
The action plan for integration of Roma, Ashkali and Egyptian (RAE) community which was endorsed by Prizren Municipal Assembly two years ago, remains unimplemented due to the non-allocation of funds from the municipal budget, foreseen in the document. Therefore, the Municipal Office for Communities and Return (MOCR) in Prizren, addressed a request to the executive […]
Read More →Children’s rights are violated in Kosovo (telegrafi)
The 1 June, International Children’s Day was celebrated in Kosovo. A range of activities, which symbolized 1 June, was organized in the capital. Pristina square was filled with children who were each playing in their own way. Ombudsman, Sami Kurteshi, was among the organizers of the activities. He stated that he is not pleased with […]
Read More →A parcel for a collective building for RAE community, allocated (Koha Ditore)
The Assembly of Gjakovë/Djakovica, has decided to allocate a parcel for Roma Ashkali and Egyptian returnees, who lived in Montenegro for 15 years. The paper reports that the decision was made after a hash debate, where from the 29 advisers present, 15 voted for the allocation of the parcel for RAE community, 13 were against […]
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