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Sustainable Development in the Western Balkans

Sustainable Development in the Western Balkans

Intern with a regional initiative in Kosovo that focuses on advocating and promoting sustainable development in the Western Balkans. The organization is committed to key areas such as sustainable economic development, environmental protection, energy development, and climate change. By advancing sustainable practices, the foundation aims to create opportunities for all individuals in the region. The organization's work revolves around regional cooperation, social innovation, and sustainable development, positioning itself as a leading entity in the domain.


Summary of Projects and Internships:

Interns at the Balkan Green Foundation have the chance to contribute to ongoing programs designed to foster sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. The following projects are currently being implemented:


GREEN CROSS – Towards Local Green Economies with Smart Investments:

Objective: Contribute to sustainable economic growth in the cross-border Western Balkan region by facilitating the transition of municipalities into a sustainable green economy through integrated policy, smart public investments, and capacity development.

Balkan Energy Prospect:

Objective: Develop an online regional mapping website platform providing information about energy sources in six Western Balkan countries. The platform analyzes energy demands, consumption, and their interactions with the economy and the environment.

Balkan Green Ideas (BGI):

Objective: Stimulate and encourage ambitious entrepreneurs in the Western Balkans to generate green business ideas. The project focuses on utilizing local resources, revitalizing disappearing production chains, and fostering community-based markets.

Green Rural Deal:

Objective: Develop local capacities for a transition to a zero-carbon economy in three target regions within the Western Balkans. The project supports and empowers municipalities in rural regions through local capacity building and co-creation of concrete projects.

RISE (Regional Incubator for Social Entrepreneurs):

Objective: Support young change-makers in developing impactful ideas into sustainable social businesses. The project addresses the need for reconciliation among the youth in the Western Balkans through social entrepreneurship.

Balkan Green Academy (BGA):

Objective: Educate young people on policy, economics, and society using a cross-sectoral and transdisciplinary approach. The project encourages knowledge-building to explore policy perspectives and the economic and social impact of businesses.

Multi-Stakeholder Cooperation for Transformative Environmental Action:

Objective: Intensify work with relevant energy and environment stakeholders and Members of Parliament to promote the Green Deal and advocate for cleaner and sustainable policies in the country.

Environmental Capacity Building of Data Use in Kosovo:Objective: Respond to the need for environmental capacity building in Kosovo and advance the EU accession process in the environmental area.

Internship Focus Areas:

Interns may engage in various focus areas and organizational functions, including social entrepreneurship, research on environmental topics (e.g., renewable energy, water resources), data collection and analysis, infographic design, public relations and communications, environmental advocacy and education campaigns, and report/grant writing in English. Additionally, English editing and proofreading tasks may be part of the internship responsibilities.


Internship Requirements:

Isla is seeking interns pursuing or holding a university degree in environmental sciences, environmental conservation, sustainable energy, international studies, public policy, communications, public relations, English, creative writing, or related fields. Key attributes include initiative, ability to work independently, motivation, commitment to effective teamwork, excellent interpersonal skills, willingness to learn, flexibility, and understanding of cross-cultural differences, Kosovo's culture, history, and current events. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to sustainable development efforts in the region.

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