The National Youth Council of Serbia conducted an analysis of the results of the public calls for financing and co-financing of programmes and projects in the field of the youth sector, published this year by the Ministry of Tourism and Youth. The analysis focused on the outcomes of the calls and the CSOs that were granted funds for the implementation of their programmes and projects.
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European youth forum and KOMS: 10 months later, Serbian youth demand accountability, democracy, and ask for European support
In response to the recent escalation of repression and police brutality over the past month, KOMS, together with the European Youth Forum – the largest representative body of young people in Europe – has initiated a joint letter addressed to the European Union Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, to raise urgent concerns about the worsening situation of youth in Serbia.
Alternative Report for 2025
On International Youth Day, ever since 2017, the National Youth Council of Serbia (KOMS) has traditionally published the results of the largest annual youth study in Serbia – the Alternative Report on the Position and Needs of Youth in the Republic of Serbia.
KOMS and Partner Organizations Call on the European Union Over Repression and Rights Violations in Serbia
The National Youth Council of Serbia (KOMS), together with youth organizations from the region and across Europe, is issuing an appeal to the European Union institutions to take concrete steps in response to the growing repression, violence, and violations of youth rights in Serbia—through the European Youth Forum, the largest representative body of young people in Europe.
Publication: “Analysis of the UN Youth, Peace, and Security Agenda in the Context of Serbia” now available in English
Publication: "Analysis of the UN Youth, Peace, and Security Agenda in the Context of Serbia" now available in English
KOMS at the Regional Conference on Increasing Voter Turnout
The Secretary General of KOMS, Milica Borjanić, participated in a two-day regional conference titled "Informing and Engaging Voters: A Regional Perspective on Increasing Turnout," held on December 17–18, 2024, in Warsaw. The event was organized by ODIHR (the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights).
Regional Meeting of Umbrella Youth Organizations Held in Belgrade
From December 11 to 14, the National Youth Council of Serbia (KOMS) hosted colleagues from the umbrella youth organizations of the Western Balkans* at a regional meeting in Belgrade.
Study Visits to Spain and Latvia – Independence of National Youth Councils
How can national youth councils, like KOMS, maintain their independence from external influences? Does the legal recognition of the status of a national council imply that the state can influence internal processes? How can we ensure that we advocate for the improvement of the position of young people with decision-makers, while simultaneously competing for funding to support our work?
International Youth Day: 2024 Alternative Report
On the International Youth Day, the National Youth Council of Serbia (KOMS) traditionally releases the results of the largest annual youth survey in Serbia – the Alternative Report on the Position and Needs of Youth in the Republic of Serbia!