Slovenian Development Assistance - CEP

Panel Vloga Slovenije v globalnem razvoju

8. 10. 2024 | PR, Regional cooperation, Slovenian Development Assistance

Center za mednarodno sodelovanje in razvoj (CMSR) in Center za evropsko prihodnost (CEP) vas vljudno vabita na panelno razpravo z naslovom

Vloga Slovenije v globalnem razvoju: Ali vemo, kaj za Slovenijo pomeni mednarodna razvojna pomoč?

Četrtek, 17. oktober 2024, ob 15:00

Eurostars uHotel, dvorana Orhideja

Ko globalne razmere postavljajo nova vprašanja o vlogi mednarodne razvojne pomoči, je ključno razmisliti, kaj te aktivnosti pomenijo za Slovenijo in njen položaj v svetovni skupnosti. Panel bo obravnaval strateški pomen razvojnih projektov za Slovenijo, ki prispevajo k stabilizaciji in razvoju ciljnih držav in regij, krepitvi dvostranskih odnosov in ustvarjanju priložnosti za slovensko gospodarstvo.

Razprava bo osvetlila koristi razvojne pomoči za Slovenijo, vključno z izboljšano globalno varnostjo in večanjem mednarodnega ugleda naše države. Poleg tega bo izpostavljen pomen vključevanja zasebnega sektorja, sodelovanja Slovenije z mednarodnimi partnerji ter ozaveščanja javnosti o pomenu mednarodnega razvojnega sodelovanja.

Govorci:

· g. Jernej Salecl, generalni direktor Direktorata za industrijo, podjetništvo in internacionalizacijo, MGTŠ

· ga. Urška Cvelbar, generalna direktorica Direktorata za finančni sistem, MF

· g. Edvin Skrt, generalni direktor Direktorata za razvojno sodelovanje in humanitarno pomoč, MZEZ

· ga. Jelka Klemenc, vodja sektorja za mednarodno razvojno sodelovanje, CEP

· g. Dejan Prešiček, direktor, CMSR

Razpravo bo moderirala zasl. prof. dr. Maja Bučar, znanstvena svetnica

Veseli bomo, če se boste udeležili našega dogodka, ki ga soorganiziramo v sklopu »12. Slovenskih razvojnih dnevov«. Vljudno vabljeni tudi na neformalno druženje, ki bo sledilo po zaključku panela (predvidoma od 16:30 dalje).

Vljudno prosimo, da za potrditev udeležbe izpolnete prijavni obrazec TUKAJ.

Za vsakršna dodatna vprašanja se, prosimo, obrnite na [email protected].

Project on Advancing Nursing and Midwifery Education in North Macedonia continues with a fact-finding visit

25. 9. 2024 | North Macedonia - Nursing and Midwifery, PR, Regional cooperation, Slovenian Development Assistance

We are continuing the activities in the scope of the project “Advancing nursing and midwifery education and establishing the system for the recognition of professional qualifications in the Republic of North Macedonia (2024–2025),” which aims to support and advance nursing and midwifery education in North Macedonia.

The project, launched in June 2024, continues with a fact-finding visit to Skopje, where from 20 to 22 October, several workshops, presentations by Slovenian experts and group interviews with Macedonian experts will be held. The visit will take a cross-pillar approach, focusing on regulation, legislation and education, and will unite representatives of faculties and schools where nursing and midwifery studies are conducted, WHO Office in Skopje, Institute for Public Health, representatives from the Ministry of Higher Education covering legislation related to higher education, and representatives from the Ministry of Health, as well as representatives from the government recognized the national nursing and midwifery organizations.

Project is implemented with the support of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia through the International Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid Programme and the Ministry of Health of the Republic of North Macedonia.

CEP at 12th Slovenian Development Days

23. 9. 2024 | PR, Slovenian Development Assistance

Ljubljana, 15-22 October 2024 – The Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs is organising the 12th Slovenian Development Days, held from 15 to 22 October 2024 under the title For a World without Hunger. The events will kick off on 15 October with a National Conference on Slovenia’s Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid, which will take stock of the achievements of Slovenia’s 20 years as an Official Development Aid (ODA) donor.

On 21 October 2024, CEP is organising a panel with CMSR focusing on the importance and effectiveness of Slovenia’s Development Aid, so join us at 14.00 at Edvard (Igriška 5, Ljubljana)!

Sixth UA-SI mentorship with Slovenian municipality Postojna

18. 9. 2024 | PR, Regional cooperation, Slovenian Development Assistance, U-LEAD: with Europe, Ukraine

2-25 October 2024, online – We are finalising the activities to kick off the sixth three-week mentorship under the auspices of the project ‘Post-conflict reconstruction in Ukraine’, which will take place online. Joining the mentors from Postojna are representatives of Pechenizka hromada’s department of economic development. Mentors from Postojna will share their experience and good practice on project preparation, rural tourism development and vocational and adult education.

The visit is one of a kind as it will take place entirely online due to the closeness of the Pechenizka hromada (Kharkiv oblast) to the front line and will conclude with a closing event on 26 October.

The ‘Post-conflict reconstruction in Ukraine’ project is funded by the Slovenian Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs through the Slovenian Aid and Partnerships and implemented in partnership with ‘U-LEAD with Europe’. U-LEAD with Europe programme is a partnership of the Ukrainian government and the European Union, and its member states Germany, Sweden, Poland and Slovenia to support the establishment of multi-level governance that is transparent, accountable and responsive to the needs of the population of Ukraine.

EDDE Advanced Training on Digital Strategic Messaging Concludes in Slovenia

9. 9. 2024 | European Digital Diplomacy Exchange, PR, Regional cooperation, Slovenian Development Assistance, Strategic Communication

The European Digital Diplomacy Exchange (EDDE) successfully concluded its three-day advanced training from September 4 to September 6, 2024, at the historic Jable Castle in Mengeš, Slovenia. The training brought together 40 diplomats and communication professionals from across Europe and beyond to enhance their digital communication and strategic public diplomacy skills in an increasingly digital world.

The training, organized by the U.S. Department of State and the Centre for European Perspective (CEP), featured leading experts in digital diplomacy, technology, and communication strategy. Attendees were welcomed by Stephanie Sutton, Chief of Staff at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Public Diplomacy, followed by lectures from thought leaders, covering topics ranging from “Understanding One’s Digital Selfie in the Digital Society” to “Using AI to Strengthen Strategic Communications.” The interactive training included practical exercises such as podcast creation and crisis communication simulations, providing attendees with hands-on experience in leveraging digital tools to tackle modern diplomacy challenges.

The EDDE training, supported by the U.S. Department of State and the Slovenian Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs through development aid funds, reflects the continued commitment to equip diplomats with the skills necessary to navigate the rapidly evolving digital landscape, counter disinformation, promote democracy, and engage citizens globally.

On plans for more effective Slovenian development cooperation with Minister Fajon

30. 8. 2024 | PR, Slovenian Development Assistance

This week, CEP Executive Director Ms Nina Čepon and Head of International Development Cooperation Department Ms Jelka Klemenc joined the Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, Tanja Fajon, for a meeting of Slovenian development cooperation institutions. They were joined by representatives from the Centre for Excellence in Finance (CEF), the Centre for International Cooperation and Development (CMSR), and ITF Enhancing Human Security.

Minister Fajon began by presenting the results of the OECD Development Assistance Committee peer review of Slovenia’s development cooperation and humanitarian aid. This peer review recognised Slovenia’s institutions as a comparative advantage and an example of good practice for other members of the OECD DAC. The main recommendations in this area were to reduce the number of partner countries in which Slovenia operates to choose fewer projects and to increase their value. Minister Fajon highlighted that implementing institutions play a vital role in implementing Slovenia’s commitments under the Development Strategy 2030, enhancing Slovenia’s reputation as a development partner and positively impacting the local population. She also emphasized the need to streamline projects and increase their impact, expressed her gratitude for successful cooperation, and pledged continued support, including easing administrative challenges.

CEP has been the official provider of Slovenia’s international development cooperation to Southeast European countries in the European Union accession process. Our activities follow Slovenia’s foreign policy priorities and objectives, ensuring our work benefits the beneficiary country.

Photo credit: Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia