ABOUT US

Our Profile
The Advocacy Training and Resource Center (ATRC) is based on the belief that an informed citizenry is the key to a democratic society, such as Kosovo is striving to become. Based in Prishtina, ATRC trains and assists non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Kosovo to professionalize their work, articulate their demands and press government structures for change.
- To help Kosovar NGOs engage in successful advocacy by providing, on a regular basis, information on:
- Opportunities for advocacy efforts (such as upcoming legislation, government decrees, UN programs, etc.)
- advocacy initiatives to join in Kosovo, the Balkans and globally
- organizational structures and responsibilities of local and international bodies
- To strengthen cooperation among Kosovar NGOs by providing information about networking opportunities.
- To facilitate exchanges of information and resources among NGOs in Kosovo, the Balkans and globally.
- To provide Kosovar NGOs with information on human and financial resources available in Kosovo and abroad.
ATRC hosts a library with publications on social, political, and economic issues related to Kosovo and the Balkans. It organizes public debates and legislative briefings on pressing issues in Kosovo. It also provides training for all Kosovo NGOs.
Our Profile
Who we are?
Advocacy Training and Resource Center (ATRC) is a Kosovar non-governmental and non-profit organization that works in increasing citizen and civil society participation in decision-making, as a prerequisite for a developed democratic society and regional stability.
ATRC aims at strengthening the role of NGOs as agents of change in the society; increase the capacity of NGOs and civic initiatives to undertake advocacy campaigns; and contribute in creating governing institutions that meet international standards.
ATRC works with NGOs, civic initiatives, public administration and political institutions regardless of religion, political affiliations, ethnicity, age, capability and sexual orientation.
ATRC accomplishes its goals through advocacy, training, information exchange and networking in and out of Kosovo.
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Our History
Who we are?
ATRC was established in October 2001 as a key implementing partner for the USAID/EWMI Kosovo NGO Advocacy Project (KNAP). Initially, it was part of the Forum, but later moved under the auspices of the Foundation for Democratic Initiatives (FDI), which led to its independence as a non-governmental organization (NGO) in June 2003.
The initial goal of ATRC was to create a vibrant advocacy training and resource center. During 2002 – 2005, ATRC leads a network of 27 Kosovar NGOs called AvoKo. In September 2005, ATRC formalized a partnership agreement with the International Research and Exchanges Board (IREX) to support the development of Kosovo NGO’s under the USAID funded Kosovo Civil Society Program. Through our enhanced role as a full-service NGO training, resource and information center, ATRC is working to strengthen the autonomy, effectivness, sustainability and impact of the NGO sector as a major catalyst in the development of a vibrant civil society and responsive democratic governance.
It has established an extensive Information Program, consisting of frequent public discussions; a monthly e-newsletter, “The Advocate”; advocacy publications; and a diverse library, with over 600 titles. As a part of it’s Capacity Building Program during Kosovo NGO Advocacy Project (KNAP), ATRC has trained over 700 NGO representatives with it’s 40 available trainers.
Since, 2005, ATRC has it’s own trainers and consultants who trained over 500 NGO representatives in key areas of NGO organizational development, managment, advocacy and fund raising.
Our Board
A Board of Professionals

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Our Staff
A Team of Professionals

Kushtrim Kaloshi

Fidan Cerkini
Fidan Cerkini
Finance and Administration Director

Valmira Emini
Valmira Emini-Kadrolli
Finance and Administration Manager

Arsim Kosumi
Arsim Kosumi
Information System Manager
Project Finance Specialist

Fortese Frangu
Fortese Frangu Pacarada
Project Manager
Program for Resilient Communities

Hera Luma
Hera Luma
Program Manager
Program for Advocacy

Lirika Bakija
Lirika Bakija
Legal Advisor and Project Manager

Arbnor Mjeku
Arbnor Mjeku
Fundraising Specialist and
Project Manager

Chiara Dedeken
Chiara Dedeken
Capacity Building and
Reporting Expert

Endrit Bytyqi
Endrit Bytyqi
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Qendresa Ebibi
