GIZ Serbia

Circular #migration is a journey marked by challenging decisions - departure, return and #reintegration. At GIZ, we are dedicated to supporting initiatives that explore the multifaceted nature of migration and #return, fully recognizing its profound and far-reaching effects. Viewed through the lens of one individual's remarkable story, the upcoming documentary offers a profound reflection on the broader implications of migration and the involvement of the #diaspora, emphasizing its potential to drive development and create lasting change within societies. The documentary "Back to the Roots" delves deeply into these themes, spotlighting the professional journey of Željko Lučić, the newly appointed director of the Serbian National Opera and an acclaimed opera singer. Stay tuned for a compelling exploration of these essential topics! 🎥 Supported by @Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH through global programs “Centers for Migration and Development” (ZME) and "Shaping development-oriented Migration" (MEG).

🌟 Announcing the 2024 Female Leader in Sustainable Energy Award! 🌟 GIZ Serbia, in partnership with the WISE Serbia women’s network, is excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Female Leader in Sustainable Energy Award. This prestigious award recognizes the outstanding achievements of women professionally active in the energy sector across Serbia. Are you or someone you know leading the way in sustainable energy? We want to hear from you! This year, the WISE Serbia women’s network will honor one exceptional woman who is driving the energy transition in Serbia, contributing to sustainable development, and inspiring future generations of female leaders. 📅 Application deadline: September 10, 2024 📧 How to apply: More information & application details on the following link: https://lnkd.in/dSzrqaSJ Join us in celebrating the incredible impact women are making in the energy sector. Let’s continue to support and promote female leadership in sustainable energy! #FemaleLeadership #SustainableEnergy #WISESerbia #EnergyTransition

⚡ Celebrating the Power of Youth on International Youth Day...and every other day! ⚡ On August 12th, we witnessed the energy and creativity of young people in Vranje, Sombor, and Valjevo. From dynamic workshops and concerts to movie screenings and fairs, these events showcased the incredible impact of united youth. Youth Day was marked through the whole country proving that when young minds come together, they can move mountains. As always, we will keep supporting and empowering them to shape their communities, villages, cities and towns for the better! 💪🎉 #InternationalYouthDay #YouthPower #Innovation #Creativity #Unity

We are pleased to invite you to a roundtable discussion with the diaspora, organized by the City Municipality of Zvezdara with the support of the Global Program 'Shaping Development-Oriented Migration' (MEG). This event seeks to enhance collaboration between diaspora members and local government entities. We anticipate your participation and hope you will take this opportunity to share your insights, as well as to learn more about the ongoing efforts of the City Municipality of Zvezdara to foster stronger engagement with the diaspora community.

🤖 Artificial Intelligence for Better Public Services in Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇷🇸🇧🇦 From 2019 to 2023, SAGA and GIZ piloted virtual assistant to improve communication between citizens, companies and local authorities in several municipalities in Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. They collaborated with the Regional Network for Business Friendly Environment in South East Europe (BFC SEE) represented by NALED and Chamber of Commerce of Republika Srpska (Privredna komora Republike Srpske). 👥 Over 76,000 people have used Chatbot MIA (Municipal Intelligent Assistant) which increased efficiency of municipal administration for 20% in four pilot cities: Bijeljina, Laktaši, Sombor and Šabac. At the same time, by demonstration and promotion of successful business case, this innovative technology have shown the great market potential in public administration. Find out more about the project: https://t.ly/4Madm The project was part of the develoPPP programme of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

🌟 Launch Event: "Country Risk Analysis Serbia: Social and Environmental Risks in the Serbian Business Context" 🌟 On July 19, 2024, The GIZ project Initiative for Global Solidarity (IGS) had the pleasure of launching the Country Risk Analysis study at the Media Centre Beograd.   The German Act on Corporate Due Diligence Obligations in Supply Chains (SCDDA) requires large German companies to analyse social and environmental risks in their global operations. Given Serbia's strategic position and its role in the supply chains of many German corporations, the Country Risk Analysis Serbia aims to highlight relevant social and environmental risks and support the understanding of the SCDDA impact on business practice in Serbia. 🔍 Highlights: ·        Svetlana Damnjanovic from Combeo Consult unveiled the primary findings of the study, providing insights into the legal background of social and environmental risks, the high-risk groups, high-risk sectors and high-risk regions in Serbia. ·        Sonja Tošković, Director at the Belgrade Center for Human Rights, offered an in-depth overview of Serbia's business and human rights landscape. The factsheet and the study in English and Serbian can be found in the appendix to this article. The full video and picture of the launch event can be found on the website of the Media Center Belgrade HERE #BusinessEthics #Sustainability #HumanRights #Serbia #LkSG #HREDD

🌐 Smart Cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina: Stepping into a Digital Future 🌐 Sarajevo hosted the "Smart City Impact" conference, celebrating strides towards smart cities in BiH. This event marked the culmination of the "Smart Cities - Towards the Digital Transformation of Cities in BiH" project, uniting government representatives, local authorities, academia, digitization experts, and IT companies. Key speakers, including GIZ BiH Programme Manager Hannah Heil and Minister of Transport and Communications Edin Forto, highlighted the importance of digitization and the successful pilot projects in Prijedor, Zenica, Tešanj, Zvornik, and Pale. Pilot municipalities implemented real-case lighthouse projects: Prijedor, Zenica, and Tešanj received the GoParking smart application from LANACO, using modern technology for efficient parking management. Pale and Zvornik implemented the Citizen Patrol app from DVC Solutions, enhancing communication between institutions and citizens. Together, we are making significant strides towards a smarter, more connected future. 🚀✨ The financing of the measure was provided by the develoPPP program of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). #SmartCities #DigitalTransformation #BosniaAndHerzegovina #Innovation #GIZ #SmartCityImpact

🌍 The study visit to Schleswig-Holstein in Germany and North Schleswig in Denmark showcased exemplary policies and practices in #minorityprotection, providing valuable insights for civil servants from the Republic of Serbia. 🇪🇺🇷🇸 🤝 This visit facilitated an exchange of experiences between the participants from various Serbian institutions and their counterparts from Germany🇩🇪 and Denmark🇩🇰, highlighting the region's approach to minority protection, including the #Danish, #Frisian, #Roma, and #Sinti communities in Schleswig-Holstein, and the #German minority in North Schleswig. Key highlights included: 👉 Visits to the European Centre for Minority Issues (ECMI) 👉 Meetings at the Sydslesvigsk Forening e. V. (the headquarters of the Danish national minority in Germany) and the Consulate of Denmark in Flensburg 👉 Engagements with the State Office and the Parliament of Schleswig-Holstein 👉 Discussions with the Association of Roma and Sinti in Kiel 👉 Tours of the German national minority headquarters in Aabenraa and the German Museum of North Schleswig in Sønderborg, Denmark Representatives from various Serbian ministries, including Ministry of Human and Minority Rights and Social Dialogue, Culture, Information and Telecommunications, Public Administration and Local Self-Government, Education, as well as the Provincial Secretariat for Education, Regulations, Administration, and National Minorities - National Communities, participated in this enriching experience. The initiative was part of the “Facility Supporting Strengthening Rule of Law in Serbia," co-funded by the EU and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Development and Cooperation (BMZ) in cooperation with the project "Minority Protection for EU Accession (MPA)" implemented by ECMI in collaboration with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the Ministry of Human and Minority Rights and Social Dialogue. #StrongerTogether #MinorityProtection #EUAccession #GIZ #RuleOfLaw #DerEchteNorden #MoinMoin