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... to adapt to climate change, as well as information on public awareness, education, training, systematic research, and technology transfer. In the last five years Bosnia and Herzegovina has been facing with several significant extreme climate and weather episodes that have caused substantial material and financial deficits, as well as casualties, the reports show. The two most important events are drought during 2012 and flooding during 2014, the UNDP Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina ...

... implementation. The Joint Statement and further information on the science-based input of the Western Balkans Process is attached below. Fourteen parties currently participate in the Western Balkans Process: the EU member states Germany, France, Austria, Italy, Croatia, Slovenia and the United Kingdom, together with the six Western Balkans states Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, FYRo Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia as well as the European Commission. The process supports the efforts to integrate the Western Balkan countries into the EU and to strengthen the regional cooperation in politics, economy, education, science and society. The Leopoldina was entrusted by the German Federal Government to take ...

... law, fundamental rights, economic development and competitiveness in order to deliver results to citizens. Please find attached the Trieste Summit declaration. In the framework of the Western Balkans Process, Italy welcomed in Trieste on 12th July 2017 the Heads of Government, Foreign Ministers and the Ministers of Economy of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, as well as Austria, Croatia, France, Germany, Slovenia, United Kingdom and representatives of the European Union and the International Financial Institutions. Western Balkans Ministers of Transport also met together with Italian and EU institutions. Trieste

... Please find attached the full declaration of the Trieste Summit below. Source and further information: Western Balkans Process – Joint Science Conference In the framework of the Western Balkans Process, Italy welcomed in Trieste on 12th July 2017 the Heads of Government, Foreign Ministers and the Ministers of Economy of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, as well as Austria, Croatia, France, Germany, Slovenia, United Kingdom and representatives of the European Union and the International Financial Institutions. Western Balkans Ministers of Transport also met together with Italian and EU institutions ...

The 3rd Joint Science Conference of the Western Balkans Process / Berlin Process (JSC-WBP) convened at the French Académie des sciences – Institut de France in Paris to take further the process started in Germany in July 2015 and continued in Austria in May 2016. The outcomes of both the 1st and the 2nd JSC-WBP were summarised in Joint Statements, which were endorsed by the Heads of State and Government at the Western Balkans Summits in Vienna (2015) and Paris (2016). The 3rd JSC-WBP focused ...

... find it difficult to participate in Horizon 2020. A suggestion was made by the European Commission that countries could establish incentives for applicants in Horizon 2020 (e.g. travelling to preparatory meetings). Turkey was mentioned in this regard as a good example. Montenegro has incentives for researchers (positively evaluated proposals), Bosnia and Herzegovina also (to applicants and to approved project participants), Serbia used to have incentives, some changes are expected in the near future in this regard. The Western Balkan country representatives welcomed the introduction to the Pre-Commercial Procurement (PCP) and Public Procurement of Innovative solutions (PPI). Further awareness rising in the ...

Following the recommendation of the “Joint Science Conference”, which was jointly organised by the German National Academy of Sciences Leopoldina and the French Académie des sciences, the Heads of State and Government decided at the Western Balkans Conference on 12 July in Trieste, Italy, to establish a foundation to support junior scientists at scientific institutions in the Balkans. The Joint Science Conference is one of the pillars of the “Western Balkans Process / Berlin Process”, an ...

After a very successful investor round table for Small Hydro Power projects in Serbia in May and a B2B Project Conference for waste water and drinking water-projects in Bosnia and Herzegovina in June, there are NEW direct business opportunities coming up in Montenegro: ResEnva Consulting and E3 Consulting Ltd. cordially invite you to the Water – Montenegro Projects B2B Conference 13th – 14th of September 2017, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center – TEHNOPOLIS, Niksic, Montenegro Available projects on waste water and drinking water in Montenegro ...

KEY HIGHLIGHTS 2017: Balkan greenfield projects with 2018-2025 implementation period: Albania, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Macedonia, Croatia, Slovenia, Montenegro, Bulgaria, Romania and Kosovo Energy Ministerial Meeting on international cooperation and effective implementation of the investment projects in the Balkans Onsite visit to one of the most progressive HPPs in the Balkan region – explore effective project execution strategies! Meeting the investors: ...

The 3rd Joint Science Conference of the Western Balkan Process/ Berlin Process (JSC-WBP) convened at the French Acadèmie des sciences – Institut de France in Paris to take further the process started in Germany in July 2015 and continued to Austria in May 2016. The outcomes of both the 1st and the 2nd JSC-WBP were summarised in Joint Statements, which were endorsed by the Heads of State and Government at the Western Balkans Summits in Vienna (2015) and Paris (2016). The 3rd JSC-WBP focused on ...

Please find the conclusions attached below. The first Western Balkans Research and Innovation meeting was organised in Podgorica on June 12-13, 2017 within the framework of the European Commission’s Support for the Steering Platform (SP) on Research and Innovation for the Western Balkan countries (WBC). The meeting was co-chaired by the Ministry of Science, Montenegro who hosted the event and the European Commission (DG Research and Innovation, Directorate for International Cooperation). ...

... reconfirm the European commitment to the Western Balkans, consolidate the efforts to integrate the region into the European Union and foster regional cooperation. Areas covered include: resolution of bilateral issues, rule of law, economic growth and cooperation in education, research and innovation, and inter-societal dialogue. Current involved parties: Albania, Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, France, Germany, Italy, Kosovo*, FYRo Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia, United Kingdom European Commission International financial institutions. http://www.leopoldina.org/fileadmin/redaktion/Internationales/jsc_overview.pdf http://www.leopoldina.org/fileadmin/redaktion/Internationales/jsc_overview.pdf ...

The objective of the small grants programme is to amplify advocacy efforts undertaken by local, national and regional civil society actors in collaboration with journalists and media organizations and to set topics of media freedom and journalists’ safety on mainstream agenda in the Western Balkans region – more specifically Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), Kosovo*, Montenegro and Serbia. Hence, the small grants programme will support locally and regionally rooted civil society initiatives, engaging human rights activists, journalists and media, aiming to protect the freedom of expression and freedom of media. The main goal is to explore the ...

... in the region.Authors may submit their contribution as: Conventionala presentation (300-500 words of abstract), or Poster (graphically or textually). Submit your abstract to info@sdeval.si or one of the following e-mail adresses: idokic@eizg.hr (Croatia); bradej@gmail.com (Slovenia); svetlana_stanarevic@yahoo.com (Serbia); nermin.oruc@gmail.com (Bosnia and Herzegovina); beti@basme.com.mk (FYR of Macedonia, Montenegro) Authors can submit their abstract in one of the Working languages of the conference: English, Bosnian, Croatian, Macedonian, Montenegrin, Slovenian and Serbian. Notification of acceptance: 10 September 2017. Authors with contribution to the conference will be approved lower conference fee. Source: email ...

... background and her/his interest for participation in the conference will be of great importance. One of the most relevant selection principle will be their opinions reflected in the essay. The Conference will bring together up to 58 participants from the countries from the SEE region (Macedonia (host country), Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, Kosovo, Montenegro, Italy, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia) and Turkey and guests from youth organizations partners from Germany, France and Poland in the role of mentors. In order to attend the conference with a full bursary, send your application as soon as possible as “Early birds” will ...

The present Monitoring Report prepared by the Energy Community Secretariat, which was tasked by the Western Balkan countries “to take the lead to develop the regional energy market and to help implement these ‘soft measures’”, provides an overview of the state of play of implementation of the soft measures and highlights the achievements made since the Paris Summit of 5 July 2016. The report presents the progress made at both national and regional level, as well as where ...

... of over 400 000. Cost 350, 00 EUR per person. The student shall pay the bank transfer fees.Included: program costs, accommodation in dormitory or hostel, all program activities, tours, accommodation and meals while on program tours. Free of charge for the students from Abania, Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, FYR of Macedonia, Vojvodina. Not included: transportation costs from your country of origin to Kosovo*. How to apply Submit your complete AAB Summer School 2017 Application using the ONLINE APPLICATION FORM. A complete application consists of: – a CV / Resume; – a cover letter explaining your interest in the program ...

... of over 400 000. Cost 350, 00 EUR per person. The student shall pay the bank transfer fees.Included: program costs, accommodation in dormitory or hostel, all program activities, tours, accommodation and meals while on program tours. Free of charge for the students from Albania, Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, FYR of Macedonia, Vojvodina. Not included: transportation costs from your country of origin to Kosovo*. How to apply Submit your complete AAB Summer School 2017 Application using the ONLINE APPLICATION FORM. A complete application consists of: – a CV / Resume; – a cover letter explaining your interest in the program ...

... 18 months). Quarterly review – 10 000 EUR for each KPI delivered and approved by InnoEnergy. Source and further information: InnoEnergy EIT InnoEnergy, one of the EIT’s Innovation Communities, has launched a Call for partnerships for new EIT InnoEnergy Hubs in the framework of the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme. Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, FYR of Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia are eligible for this particular call ...

... environment for youth activism and participation. Source: Alda-Balkan Youth The conclusions and recommendations of the regional research “Youth Mobility in the Western Balkans – the present challenges and future perspectives” have been published. The research was realized during 2016 and it involved people from 5 different Balkan countries: Serbia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro. This publication has been produced with the assistance of the European Union. The contents of this publication are the sole responsibility of the European Association for Local Democracy – ALDA and can in no way be taken to reflect the views of the European Union ...

... The conclusions and recommendations of the regional research “Youth Mobility in the Western Balkans – the present challenges and future perspectives” have been published. The research was realized during 2016 and it involved people from 5 different Balkan countries: Serbia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro. This publication has been produced with the assistance of the European Union. The contents of this publication are the sole responsibility of the European Association for Local Democracy – ALDA and can in no way be taken to reflect the views of the European Union. http://www.alda-balkan-youth.eu ...

... of your TOEFL score report (if you have taken the exam in the last three years) Application Deadline: September 15 (earlier for applicants wishing to work with U-M Law School faculty - see FAQs for details) Please contact the appropriate source listed below for additional information: Applicants from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kaliningrad (Russia), Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Macedonia, Moldova, Serbia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan: Email: weiser@fulbright.edu.pl Web: fulbright.edu.pl Source and further information: Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia The Ronald and Eileen Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia at the University of Michigan invites applications ...

The results give a clear idea of institutional policies and researcher behaviour regarding open access to research results: the prevalence of incentive policies on open access; the creation of open repositories, at institutional level or shared among several institutions, which are not yet widely adopted; the need for awareness raising activities on the benefits of open access and on authors’ rights vis-à-vis ...

... engagement; conditions of application Hands-on and discussion of cases of citizen engagement in science and technology debates. The participants will work on a case throughout the course that interests the region in which the course is held. Organisers: Joint Research Centre of the European Commission Ministry of Civil Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnia-Herzegovina Dates and Venue: 12-13 October, 2017 Sarajevo, Parliamentary building, Trg BiH 1 The training will develop over two full days, starting at 9.00 AM on the 12th October. Useful Dates: Deadline for Applications: 20 August 2017 Communication of Acceptance: 6 September 2017 Participants: Planned number: 25 Profile: Professionals ...

The 13th Summer School (2017) is thematically dedicated to low emission development on regional level, with special focus on energy efficiency and renewable sources. Students will be led though a way of thinking from global to local. In this sense students will be able to understand key global concepts in terms of low emission development and which tools on local level should be developed. There is no participation fee. The organizer will provide full fellowship for all 20 participants. ...

The 13th Summer School (2017) is thematically dedicated to low emission development on regional level, with special focus on energy efficiency and renewable sources. Students will be led though a way of thinking from global to local. In this sense students will be able to understand key global concepts in terms of low emission development and which tools on local level should be developed. To Apply, send your CV to INFO@REIC.ORG.BA Deadline for application: 1st July 2017 For more ...

... of work experience in science or policy addressing, or affected by, migration and demographic change (or continued interest in using such data in related fields); Strong motivation to use and provide evidence for policy; Citizenship of an EU Member State or one of the following EU Neighbouring countries: Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Turkey, Ukraine; Proficiency in English; Commitment to participate in the event for the whole duration of the seminar. Concept note and draft programme is available here. Source and further information: EC On 6-8 September, in Senec (Slovakia), will take ...

... of work experience in science or policy addressing, or affected by, migration and demographic change (or continued interest in using such data in related fields); Strong motivation to use and provide evidence for policy; Citizenship of an EU Member State or one of the following EU Neighbouring countries: Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Turkey, Ukraine; Proficiency in English; Commitment to participate in the event for the whole duration of the seminar. Source and further information: EC On 6-8 September, in Senec (Slovakia), will take place the JRC Evidence for Policy Summer School ...

Western Balkans Research and Innovation Meeting, Podgorica, Montenegro, 12-13 June 2017 AGENDA Monday, 12 June 2017 13:00 – 14:30 Networking Lunch & Registration 14:30 – 14:40 Welcome Address - Ministry of Science, Montenegro 14:40 – 15:00 Opening Statements: - European Commission - Regional Cooperation Council - Western Balkan countries 15:00 – 16:00 Towards Steering Platform meeting 2017 Recent R&I cooperation developments in/with Western Balkans and next ...

The new CEI logo should be an elaboration of the current one. It will have to be simple, modern, energetic and innovative. The logo must include both the letters of the “CEI” (or the letters can be placed next to the logo) and the full name of the Organisation. It should represent the following concepts: An Organisation, made up of 18 Member States, fostering regional cooperation for European integration. The logo shall be easily recognisable and, as such, should stand out and be different from ...

The Local Youth Fund initiative is providing support for local youth initiatives developed by young people aged 16 to 35, living in one of the local community partner of the Platform: Prijedor, Mostar and Zavidovici (Bosnia and Herzegovina); Subotica and Knjazevac (Serbia); Niksic (Montenegro); Peja/Pec (Kosovo) and Kavadarci and Centar (Macedonia). Formal and informal youth groups/ operating in the territory of the participating municipalities are invited to submit applications for local youth initiatives that will contribute to: Strengthened capacities of youth (informal groups and youth CSOs) for ...

... The Local Youth Fund initiative is providing support for local youth initiatives developed by young people aged 16 to 35, living in one of the local community partner of the Platform: Prijedor, Mostar and Zavidovici (Bosnia and Herzegovina); Subotica and Knjazevac (Serbia); Niksic (Montenegro); Peja/Pec (Kosovo) and Kavadarci and Centar (Macedonia). Formal and informal youth groups/ operating in the territory of the participating municipalities are invited to submit applications for local youth initiatives that will contribute to: Strengthened capacities of youth (informal groups and youth CSOs) for ...

... key messages and recommendations concerning the topics of the Trieste Summit. More information is available here. Source: European Western Balkan Fund On 26-28 April in Tirana, the latest edition of the Civil Society Forum Series of the Western Balkans series took place, bringing together CSOs from Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Kosovo, and policy makers from the region and EU ...

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The overview reports describe existing legal frameworks, policies in place as well as legislative developments and provide main statistical data. Find below all reports and those belonging to the DR specifically marked. Below find the reports of the Western Balkans Countries: Albania Bosnia and Herzegovina Kosovo* Montenegro Serbia Source and further information: EACEA The document was drafted by National Erasmus+ Offices present in five regions, Western Balkans (region 1), Eastern Partnership countries (Region 2), South-Mediterranean countries (Region 3), Russian Federation (Region 4) and Central Asia (Region 7), in cooperation with the competent national authorities ...

The analysis examines in particular R&I developments in 11 E&N countries and identifies the main gaps that might hinder successful implementation of S3 initiatives. Smart specialisation (S3) is a place-based policy concept promoting regional economic transformation and investment through innovative activities in the selected domains. Download the report here Source: Danube-INCO.net Danube-INCO.NET, coordination and support action addressing the official EU Strategy for the Danube ...

The analysis examines R&I developments in 11 E&N countries and identifies the main gaps that might hinder successful implementation of S3 initiatives. Smart specialisation (S3) is a place-based policy concept promoting regional economic transformation and investment through innovative activities in the selected domains. The report by Danube-INCO.NET explores the conditions under which the Smart Specialisation model can be applied in the EU enlargement and neighbourhood (E&N) ...

... to move towards regional economic area and announce concrete steps to be taken in the coming years. “This will finally deliver on your motto for a single investment destination, one region one economy.” The One Region, One Economy panel also included Ismir Jusko, Minister of Communication and Transport of Bosnia and Herzegovina; Morten Jung, EC’s Senior Advisor for Western Balkans Regional Cooperation; Edin Zećirović, State Secretary at Serbian Ministry of Civil Engineering, Transport and Infrastructure; and Ian Brown, Head of BiH Office of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development , Bosnia and Herzegovina. This 8th edition of the SBF hosts heads ...

... reviewed by our STSM committee and the results will be announced by 2 June 2017. Source: Nereus COST-ACTION We are pleased to inform you that you are now able to submit proposals for Short Time Scientific Missions (STSMs) to take place between June 2017 and December 2017. Applicants from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (COST Countries) and Albania (COST Near Neighbour Country) are entitled to apply ...

Proposals need to focus on capacity building by transferring and sharing know-how, in particular from EU CEI Member States to non-EU CEI Member States. The activities can take the form of conferences, seminars, workshops, and training courses. Proposals are to be in line with the CEI Plan of Action 2014-2016 (extended to 2017) and meet the criteria comprehensively outlined in the Call for Proposals. Deadline: Tuesday, 13 June 2017, 17:00 CEST (GMT+2) Trieste time Potential CEI ...

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