A Journey of Partnership Since the end of the conflict in 1999s, Germany has played a crucial role in supporting Kosovo’s development, providing expertise, funding, and resources to rebuild the nation. Over the years, this partnership has expanded into various sectors, including education, social welfare, and economic development. The anniversary celebration served as a testament to the successes achieved through this enduring relationship. During the…
On September 1, 2 and 3, 2024, we had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Matthias Kollmann for a special training on “Trauma Confrontation with the Screen Technique”, aimed at mental health professionals, including clinical psychologists, psychiatrists and other professionals who work closely with traumatized individuals. The training included in-depth theoretical lectures, a practical session of trauma confrontation with this technique and dedicated monitoring of the…
Throughout the year we work together hard to achieve our goals. On Friday 6th of August after the working hours we had one “End of summer party”. All colleagues had been invited and had traditional food. From the Nato Advisory and Liaison Team, general Christian Nawrad and his team were our guest. Beside the great conversation we also danced together. Everyone enjoyed this part!
Brod für die Welt, Bread for the world is the aid organization of the protestant church in Germany. This NGO is a great partner and supporter of Diakonie Kosova & Diakonie Training Center (DTC). On 18th and 19th of August Ms. Nadja Schlau and Ms. Katharina Paschkowski visited us and our work. We showed our activities and the different fields they support. They also offered…
The referent of the Catholic Military Service, Dr. Sylwester Walocha visited our Youth Center several times. Since years our clients were asking for an outdoor-chess. Mr. Walocha donated the money to us and we could buy this nice game in Germany. Our kids are happy with the outdoor-chess. Many thanks to the donor!
General Christian Nawrat from the Nato Advisery and Liaison Team ( NALT ) and some of his comrades came to see Diakonie Kosova on 01.08.2024. They visited the Diakonie Training Center and the various classes and the Psycho Social Center of Trauma Therapy. By the help of NALT we could sign one memorandum of understanding ( MOU ) with the Kosovarian Army (Kosovo Security Force)…
On 13th of June, Anja Großmann and Ms. Katrin Hesse once again has shown their commitment and engagement through their visit. German state has been crucial in sustaining our Psycho-Social Center for Trauma Therapy since years. We are deeply thankful for the support that German Embassy and German state in general is giving to us. Thank you!
Ms. Tanja Polli, a freelance journalist, an author and yoga teacher, together with a delegation from Switzerland, expressed their enthusiasm and admiration for the work and the impactful commitment observed during their visit to the Diakonie Training Center and Diakonie Kosova, particularly emphasized the inclusion of individuals with disabilities in various activities such as our Farm.
Dear ladies and gentlemen, dear friends. The political situation The relationship between Kosovo and Serbia is currently simmering on a low flame. We notice that things are ‘’somewhat relaxed‘’ mainly because the Serbian therapists from North Mitrovica regularly come to the training and supervision days. As soon as tensions rise, when there are attacks or even just demonstrations, the Serbian participants are afraid and don’t…
On 22.05.2024, the 13th generation of the Diakonie Cooking School was successfully completed and certified. The candidates have benefited from the professional training. All the participants passed the practical and theoretical tests with three qualified commissions from the gastronomy field. Ms. Vera Baumann Head of Development Cooporation from German Embassy, Ms. Bleona Ademi Guidance Counselor from Caritas Kosova-Mitrovicë and Mr. Lulzim Sylejmani – Head of…
