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CompletedPolicy & governance

Empowerment of Environmental Legal and Regulatory Framework

About the project

Through this project, the establishment of the Municipal Consultative Committee was facilitated, the adoption of the Regulation on Environmental Protection in the Municipality of Peja was developed and supported, and awareness-raising campaigns were undertaken for the advancement and implementation of environmental policies.

These activities aimed to strengthen the local governance framework for environmental issues and promote sustainable practices, ensuring the active involvement of the community and other stakeholders in the protection of the local environment.

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Environmental Dialogue

Organizing eight public events that engaged key environmental stakeholders, including the Minister of Environment, the Mayor of Peja, and local students. These events fostered dialogue, collaboration, and awareness, bringing together leaders and the community to discuss and promote sustainable practices and environmental initiatives in the Municipality of Peja.

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Accountability in Municipal Environmental Framework in Western Kosovo

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