From 9 to 11 February 2026, the Kick-Off Meeting of the project “ENTER: CHANGE – Establishing a Network and Capacity Building for Young Future Leaders in the Western Balkans – Phase 2 (2026–2028)” took place in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The meeting officially launched the second phase of the project, aimed at strengthening regional cooperation, fostering the development of emerging leaders, and expanding a network of talented young professionals across the Western Balkans.
During the visit, we met with our partner in the project, School of Political Studies BiH, and held a dedicated event with alumni from both SPS BiH and Phase 1 of ENTER: CHANGE.
During the launch event, we:
✔️ presented the project plan for 2026–2028,
✔️ collected valuable feedback and recommendations from partners and alumni to guide the further development of the project.
The event represented a significant step in reinforcing regional cooperation, promoting young leadership, and further developing a network that connects talented individuals across the Western Balkans. Participants had the opportunity to exchange ideas, share best practices, and contribute to shaping a shared vision for the project’s future activities.
During CEP’s visit to Sarajevo, we also met with key stakeholders to discuss potential synergies and avenues for collaboration, including:
- Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- European Union Delegation in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Directorate for European Integration
- Regional Anti-Corruption Initiative (RAI)
- Regional Cooperation Council (RCC)
The Kick-Off Meeting has set a strong foundation for the successful implementation of ENTER: CHANGE Phase 2, reinforcing collaboration, inspiring young leaders, and guiding the project’s next steps across the Western Balkans.
The activities under the ENTER: CHANGE project are supported by the Slovenian Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs through the Slovenian Aid programme.