Western Balkans Youth Forum 2023

The Western Balkans Youth Forum 2023 took place in Albania over three days as part of the Berlin Summit, featuring the participation of Mr. Michael Reiffenstuel, Director for the Western Balkans from the Federal Republic of Germany, Ms. Bora Muzhaqi, Minister of State for Youth and Children, Mr. Klajdi Priska, Youth Representative of Albania on the RYCO Steering Board, and Mr. Albert Hani, Secretary General of RYCO. Ninety young people from the Western Balkans had the opportunity to travel by train from Elbasan to Durrës, working in three groups focused on democracy, peace and inclusive security, and sustainable living. They discussed effective and long-term ways to strengthen each of these components and improve the quality of life for youth in the Western Balkans. These discussions will lead to the declaration of the 'Western Balkans Youth Forum 2023,' which will be presented at the Leaders’ Summit of the Berlin Process on October 16. Regional Youth Cooperation Office – RYCO