November 9, 2025
7th Call for Proposals News/Events Podgorica

In Niksic, figting unemployment through regional actions

Last week, the Municipality of Nikšić, as lead partner, launched a unique regional platform uniting the business community, civil society, and local institutions. The aim of this initiative is to.

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7th Call for Proposals Cultural Cooperation News/Events Tirana

Regional Art Colony in Korçë

Last week, Korça became the epicenter of one of the year’s largest regional artistic events. Dozens of visual artists, part of “Colony of Visual arts 2025” project showcased their work.

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7th Call for Proposals Belgrade Cultural Cooperation Education & Research News/Events

Uncovering Populism, Democracy, and Gender Relations: ANDEM School Sparks Regional Debate

In Sremski Karlovci, the School of Social Engagement and Democracy (ANDEM) became a vibrant space for dialogue and reflection on some of today’s most pressing challenges: populism, the crisis of.

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7th Call for Proposals Cultural Cooperation News/Events The Secretariat WBF Calls

CINEBALK Project, building regional bridges through cinematography

When six experienced and regionally diverse organisations unite their forces, the result is nothing short of impressive: A wonderful network of dialogue and regional empowerment through cinema and the arts..

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7th Call for Proposals News/Events Sarajevo Sustainable Development

Promoting regional products: Maker Fair in Mostar

This weekend, we were proud to support the sustainable development of local initiatives, funding a unique Creative Fair that brought together some of the brightest minds of the Western Balkans..

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7th Call for Proposals Cultural Cooperation Sarajevo The Secretariat

“Theater for All” projects goes on in Banja Luka

Theater for All! As the name of the project says, we believe that the right to enjoy the arts belongs to everyone, including people with disabilities. That’s why we are.

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7th Call for Proposals Belgrade News/Events Sarajevo Sustainable Development The Secretariat

Cleaning River Drina, strengthening sustainable development

River Drina is one of the most important rivers of the region. It has incredible economic and touristic value for its communities. Yet, pollution has emerged as a key obstacle,.

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7th Call for Proposals News/Events The Secretariat

WBF celebrates 8 years since establishment!

Surrounded by partners and friends, the Western Balkans Fund marked its 8th anniversary of the establishment in a special reception organized in Tirana. Backed by the continuous support of our.

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7th Call for Proposals Cultural Cooperation News/Events Sarajevo Sustainable Development

Save the Date: 4 October, Makerspace Mostar

Mostar is about to host one of the most exciting events of the year! The Maker Fair 2025, one of the largest creative fairs in the world, is coming to.

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7th Call for Proposals Cultural Cooperation News/Events Podgorica

Museums for Everyone: Making Culture Accessible Across the Western Balkans 

Museums belong to everyone, including people with hearing or visual impairments. Thanks to a flagship project led by the Association of Deaf and Hard of Hearing in Podgorica, nine museums.

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7th Call for Proposals Cultural Cooperation Education & Research News/Events Prishtina Success Stories

Astronomy as an engine of regional cooperation

Just one day after hiking up to 2,000 m, a WBF project reached even higher, straight to the stars! Thanks to the initiative of the Astronomy Club of Kosovo and.

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7th Call for Proposals News/Events Sarajevo Sustainable Development The Secretariat

Building Mountain Bridges of Cooperation

From 2,000 meters above sea level, the perspective of regional cooperation looks brighter. This week, near Mostar, four regional organisations and locals reached the peak of Plavac. But it wasn’t.

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