Riinvest Institute is the oldest “think tank” in Kosovo operating since 1995. Riinvest promotes modern economic development based on the philosophy of entrepreneurship. Over the past two decades, Riinvest has produced analysis, publications and different socio-economic reports; developed markets, sectors, and interventions in the value chain; organized seminars, conferences, roundtables and meetings with high economic and business value for the country. The knowledge and experience allowed Riinvest to be competitive and competent in addressing socio-economic and business issues. Today, this institution is a leading, non-partisan, “think- tank”, in the field of socio - economic development in the country.

One of the strongest advantages of Riinvest is its staff equipped with professional and academic qualifications, as well as the experience and dedication in carrying out activities in accordance with its mission; a mission which aims to promote sustainable economic development in Kosovo, based on market economy. Consisting of distinguished individuals from the Kosovar society, the majority of Riinvests’ team is composed of young researchers with western academic qualifications - and as a result of this group of distinguished researchers, Riinvest’s product quality has always been to the highest professional and ethical standards. In fact, due to the quality of reports, analysis, seminars, discussions and advocacy missions, Riinvest has managed to ensure sustainability and maintain partnership relations with donors, partners and other relevant organizations in Kosovo; moreover, it managed to retain credibility towards the general public by taking stance in various socio-economic issues. Riinvests' reputation has allowed to be more effective during advocacy in parliamentary committees, during discussions in public debates, or in consultations with businesses, entrepreneurs, market actors, political parties or international organizations in Kosovo. An important part of this stability derives from the strong ties within the organization, which ensures quality, transparency and good institutional governance. Riinvest continually strives to adhere to the highest governance principles.

Riinvest Institute is engaged in four main areas: a) research and advocacy; b) market development; c) education and training; and d) academic research

While future developments constantly create new challenges, Riinvest Institute remains ready equipped with expertise and experience, upon the principles of credibility and impartiality, and the continuous activation of development, providing, building, and offering solutions to the overall society development.

https://www.riinvestinstitute.org/Al

The Democracy for Development (D4D) Institute was established in April 2010 as a non-governmental organization to promote an active and educated citizenry that participates fully in public affairs and engages in the public sphere to deliberate and build consensus over resource allocation that is efficient, smart, long-term, and brings about equitable development.

To fulfill its mission, D4D produces actionable research, develops public engagement activities, offers on-the-spot technical assistance, and advocates with a broad network of partners. D4D specifically seeks to (a) promote the use of numbers in governance
to support accountability; (b) promote deliberation, reflection, and joint problem-solving for consensus-building and reforms; and (c) put research to practical use, identifying innovative solutions for governance and development.

All of D4D’s activities fall under four main themes (a) policy analysis and research (b) governance and public interest (c) elections and political parties, and (d) dialogue and regional cooperation.

www.d4d-ks.org

GAP Institute is a Think Tank established in October 2007 in Kosovo. During these years GAP has been directly involved in many governmental working groups for drafting public policies. A large number of public documents that are implemented today recognize GAP's contribution and research inputs. During this period GAP has managed to publish more than one hundred different publications; GAP has provided space for research to a large number of professionals coming from different fields; GAP's publications are among the most cited documents from local media; GAP findings have been cited by international media as well as from scholars whose work focuses on public policies

GAP Institute aims to bridge the gap between the governance and citizens and between problems and solutions for the advancement of Kosovo society. This is achieved through advocating for good governance, monitoring the work of public institutions and providing concrete recommendations on public policy. With a professional research team, GAP addresses country's economic, political and social challenges

https://www.institutigap.org/home

Kosova-Women 4 Women (KW4W) is an NGO registered in 2016 which inherited the 16-year work history of WfWI in Kosovo, during which a program consisting of economic and social empowerment training was offered to approximately 35,000 women from all communities. The main focus and role of the organization is the social and economic empowerment of women working since 2015 also with men, on various topics related to their education related to women's rights.

Our mission is to support marginalized women in Kosovo to earn and save money, improve health and well-being, influence decision-making within the family and community, and build support networks. By utilizing skills, knowledge and access to resources, women will be able to create sustainable change for themselves, their families and the community.

Since 2012, KW4W runs the Employment Support Office, which benefits women who have completed the basic KW4W training program, most of whom face difficulty finding work due to lack of work experience and lack of soft skills. Over 950 women have found work through this office.

In recent years, support for women business owners or co-owners has begun, and as a result over 100 businesses have been supported with training, grants and technical assistance. Similar activities are offered for 40 informal associations / groups established by women trained in our program.

Advocacy is a very important component of our program, where five of the trained women have run in the local elections for Municipal Assemblies and more than six women trained by KW4W are now part of the local village councils, and one of them is also village leader.

http://www.k-w4w.org/en/

The mission of KGSC is to mainstream gender in all sectors of Kosovo society by increasing gender awareness, increasing the focus on gender issues in Kosovo’s education system, developing gender studies and ensuring the inclusion of gender sensitive policies in all sectors of life. KGSC is the leading gender-focused organization in Kosovo and the region. In the 17 years of its existence, KGSC has contributed to gender mainstreaming and the achievement of gender equality in all spheres of life. The organization operates in strict compliance with its vision, mission and objectives which are clearly defined in the organization’s strategic plan. The center’s strategic priorities are to draft and ensure the inclusion of gender sensitive policies in all sectors of life, to increase awareness, knowledge, and understanding of gender issues in Kosovo and to further develop gender studies in Kosovo. KGSC has so far implemented over 50 projects in the field of women’s rights and gender equality .

The scope of the work of KGSC includes:

1.         Advocacy: From its earliest stage of operation KGSC has proved to be an important factor related to advocacy for gender equality. It has been and continues to be part of important advocacy groups and bodies on gender equality.

2.         Research and literature production: This is one of the major pillars of KGSC work. Since its establishment in 2003, KGSC aimed at increasing the knowledge base on gender equality and the dissemination of information produced. The center has completed 50 projects on various aspects of gender mainstreaming.

3.         Awareness Raising: For achieving the objectives under this pillar, KGSC has in the past carried out numerous activities including trainings, seminars, conferences and publications.

http://kgscenter.net/

The Kosovo Women's Network (KWN) was established in 1996, as an informal network of women's groups and organizations from different regions of Kosovo. From the beginning, KWN developed into a network that advocates for Kosovar women and girls, locally, regionally and internationally. Representing the interests of 153 member organizations, including women's organizations of all ethnic groups throughout Kosovo, KWN is a leading network between civil society organizations in Kosovo and the region. KWN regularly collaborates with other women's groups in the region, both formally and informally.

In 2012, KWN, with the support of Kvinna till Kvinna, established the Kosovo Women's Fund, which provides small grants to member organizations. With minimal resources, KWN members are initiating significant change within their communities.

In 2006, KWN became the first nonprofit, non-governmental organization to adopt a code of conduct, setting an example of transparency and accountability.

The Kosovo Women's Network (KWN) vision envisions a Kosovo where women and men are equal and have equal opportunities in education, employment, political participation, health, and a life free of violence.

https://womensnetwork.org/sq/

The Network of Roma, Ashkali and Egyptian Women’s Organizations in Kosovo (RROGRAEK) was established in 2000, as an informal network of women’s organizations and activists from all areas of Kosovo, supported and assisted by OSCE and KFOS, respectively. In September 2007, the network RROGRAEK was formally registered and institutionalized as a nongovernmental organization, with the help and support of the UN women and KGSC. RROGRAEK has its own office and has permanent staff, which is engaged in different projects and activities to protect women’s rights and gender equality of RAE communities in Kosovo. RROGRAEK is committed to support continuously the integration and promotion of the women rights from Roma, Ashkali, and Egyptian communities in Kosovo.

http://rrograek.org/