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.
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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!

KOMS at the RYCO Youth MeetUp: Empowering Youth in the Western Balkans
From July 22 to 24, 2024, Sarajevo hosted the second Youth MeetUp, organized in collaboration with RYCO and the Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs of Austria. This event's objective was to deepen understanding and engagement on key issues concerning youth in the region.

KOMS became a member of UNOY!
We are delighted to inform you that KOMS has become a member of the UNOY community!

New publication – European Youth Voices
The European Youth Voices project and the resulting publication aim to address the main issues and key priorities for youth...