International Summer Academy

Application calls for Kosovo International Summer Academy 2023 ARE OPEN!

Introduction

This July (17 – 27) and August (9 – 19), Kosovo International Summer Academy (KSA) will organize will organize Part I and Part II of its 10th edition in Prishtina, Kosovo, with a special focus on “Peace building in post-conflict areas – Diplomacy, Leadership and Negotiations”, that will be realized by Kosovo Center for Diplomacy.
The uniqueness of Kosovo International Summer Academy is the association with the professors and guest lecturers from the world’s top universities, government officials and ambassadors. KSA will be welcoming experts from different levels that will be teaching and sharing their academic and professional experiences with our participants, as well as will give the chance to our participants to take the information from the first hand. Kosovo International Summer Academy elaborates different topics on economics, politics, diplomacy, professional etiquette and protocol, leadership, peaceful conflict resolution, EU Integration process, international law, human rights, international justice, international security and the role of civil society in building peace, in interactive lectures with diplomats, high ranking officials, representatives of civic society and prestigious local and international organizations.

Kosovo International Summer Academy 2023
*Applicants can apply and attend only one of the sessions (either Part I or PART II)
17 – 27 July 2023
9 – 19 August 2023
Location: Prishtina, Kosovo

The Kosovo International Summer Academy aims to develop a cadre of future global leaders with the ability to make significant changes in their community and the world, in the areas of economic, political and social development.
KSA emphasizes rigorous academic preparation and interactive learning. This experience helps participants to stimulate intellectual curiosity and build self-confidence and critical thinking, while at the same time developing analytical, practical leadership and decision-making skills. Participants learn through intensive engagement in classes, debates, and simulations – involving future international leaders from different countries, cultures, ethnicities and religions.
Our program is comprehensive and educational, but also encourages group interaction and discussion, along with social events. Our structure is organized to provide education, but also to foster relationships and unique experiences.

*Please note: Considering the global situation with Covid-19 and unexpected changes that have taken place since the first appearance of Covid-19, If we will be forced to cancel KSA2023, we will inform all KSA applicants/enrolled participants about all the changes/alternatives about the mode of implementation of KSA2023. Please visit the KSA Terms and Conditions for information on programme changes, cancellation, and refund policy.

Kosovo International Summer Academy courses and topics:

Politics
Economics
Diplomacy
Professional Etiquette and Protocol
Leadership and Negotations
Peaceful Conflict Resolution
EU Integration Process
International Law
Human Rights
Women’s Rights in the Western Balkans
International Justice
Transitional Justice
International Security and
The Role of Civic Society in Peacebuilding.

*Considering the latest developments in the world, particularly the Russian invasion in Ukraine, during the KSA2023 we will also focus on Russian influence in the Western Balkans.

**The Kosovo International Summer Academy reserves the right to alter the details of any lecturer and course due to unforeseen circumstances; in case of changes we will try to provide a substantially equivalent substitute.

Vocational trips and Cultural Activities

Throughout your study-abroad experience in Kosovo you will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of excursions and cultural activities, visiting historical and religious monuments in Kosovo.

Visit of the Assembly of Kosovo
City tour
Field trip to Prizren
Field trip to Mitrovica
Field trip to Mirusha Waterfalls
Field trip to Gadime Cave
Tour of museums and memorials
Meetings with high ranking officials

Scholarships

A number of scholarships are available for most qualified applicants!

Inspire

We inspire our students to be innovative, agile thinkers and to live their ideas.

Global Workplace

With us, you will broaden your knowledge and gain the confidence to reach your goals in the global workplace.

Brighter Future

You will be able to find new motivation to improve your present and to build a brighter future.

Academic Challenge

Engage your intellectual curiosity with our faculty and guest speakers,and study in a range of fields through Kosovo Summer Academy.

Kosovo International Summer Academy has been a wonderful experience. Not only was it intellectually stimulating and incredibly interesting, but it also allowed me to meet new people and form lasting friendships with people from around the world. The programme gives you the opportunity to listen to an array of inspiring speakers who are also happy to talk to you personally and answer any questions you might have. The cultural day trips also allowed me to explore Kosovo first-hand and gain a deeper understanding of the country. The organisers created a warm, friendly atmosphere and really made an effort to get to know everyone in order to make us feel welcome and comfortable. I would encourage anyone who is considering taking part to go ahead and apply.

Nellie Ravina
University of Leeds, United Kingdom.
Kosovo International Summer Academy was one of the most enriching and astonishing experience of my academic carrier. During these ten days we learned a lot about Peace-building, Leadership, Negotiation and Diplomacy in post-conflict areas, focusing on the West Balkan region and one of the youngest Nations in Europe. In our lectures we had the honor to listen to and meet academics, government officials and two former presidents who informed us about the unique history of the Balkan region, especially of Kosovo and current issues of this specific area. These lectures were not only highly informative, they also provided a new perspective on the current state of Kosovo and the whole region. At the KSA I met remarkable fellow student from 22 different countries with various backgrounds. We experienced different cultures and traditions, had the opportunity to explore Kosovo together and to make friendships all over the world! Thank you KSA for this incredible experience.

Celine Plöger
Bielefeld University, Germany.
Participating in the Kosovo International Summer Academy has been one of the most enriching experiences in my academic as well as in my personal life. During KSA we had the chance to meet and talk to local and international academics, two former presidents of Kosovo as well as representatives of impressive civil society organisations , who could give us a deep insight of the ongoings in the Balkans and especially in Kosovo. The result was a much deeper understanding of state- and peacebuilding processes in post conflict areas. Apart from the academic side of Kosovo, I was able to meet inspiring people from all over the world and make many new incredible friends, as well as being able to explore this very young country with its wonderful people and culture. We also went on exciting excursions and had enough free time to explore Pristina by ourselves. All of this thanks great team of KSA, who made it possible to have such an amazing program and experience, especially during a worldwide pandemic. I’m forever grateful for this opportunity.

Melina Topic, Germany
student of International Relations and Diplomacy, Universität Trier.
My experience at the KSA2021 edition has been absolutely wonderful. It was a very well organised program, with an extremely motivated and passionate team. The right balance between lectures and trips allowed for a good understanding of Kosovo, its history and its neighbours. I recommend this program to everyone who is interested in politics, peacebuilding or the Balkans in general.

Casper Haanappel, Netherlands.
Kosovo International Summer Academy was one of the most exciting, challenging, and rewarding experiences of my life. When I got accepted to attend KSA, I really wasn’t sure if I should go or not, but now I know that my life will never be the same after this experience and I’m so glad I decided to attend. I learned so much about the county of Kosovo and its people, allowing me to realize that it’s a wonderful place with such friendly people. Through the lectures, I learned more about the situations prevailing in Kosovo and and the the situations the country faced in the past. Aside from the academic side of KSA, I was able to make lifelong friendship with so many amazing, beautiful people from all over the world. I’ll never forget my time I spend at Kosovo International Summer Academy. It’s a fantastic program by smart and dedicated people, in a breathtaking country. Thanks for it all, KSA!!

Camryn Wilson, USA
student at Pennsylvania State University
Kosovo International Summer Academy is an enriching and inspiring experience. An incredible opportunity in education and self-discovery. The programme itself places you in contact with leading experts that your normal college experience may not. Over the course of ten days you meet the most amazing and interesting individuals from across the world. Allowing you not to just learn about peacebuilding in a post conflict society, but cultures and opinions from around the globe as you meet friends, experts and politicians, while also having the opportunity to see Kosovo. I would definitely recommend participating in this programme.

Eoin O'Driscoll, Ireland
student at University College Cork
When I was applying to Kosovo International Summer Academy, I wasn´t really determined to go here nor was I interested in this region, but now I see that it was one of the best decisions I have made during my studying path. I met so many inspiring people, not only amongst professors, diplomats, politicians, but also amongst other participants. KSA surprised me with its enriching programme, which was not only about going to lectures, but also about exploring the country. It is true what it´s said – if you really want to know more about the country, reading about it from books is not enough. Go and visit the country. Go and talk to its citizens. KSA offered exactly this experience. Faleminderit!

Jana Tillová, Czech Republic & Russia
student at Masaryk University
First and foremost, it should be mentioned that the KSA organizers were utmost accommodating and very passionate about not only their work but also their contribution to Kosovo’s future which all in all, also accounted for the insightful, unique and well organized program. It was very inspiring for me to see how much time and effort the KSA team had put into each and every one of us. The academy gave us all the opportunity to meet distinguished speakers who were involved in either the state-building or peace consolidation process in Kosovo. All in all, my participation was enriching since I was able to meet committed people from different contexts with different agendas. I will never forget the ten days in Kosovo!

Yu Rim Kim, South Korea
student at the Goethe University, Germany
I took part at the KSA2019. During the ten days programme we focused on the social, historical, political, and cultural situation in Kosovo in order to grasp the long post-conflict reconstruction. The lectures were given by qualified professionals and experts from all over the world and thereby provided a balanced academic look-in at peace building and development in post-conflict areas as it relates to diplomacy, leadership and negotiations. Apart from the academic side of the program, attention was also paid to so-called ‘soft skills’. We also got lessons in (diplomatic) protocol and etiquette which I found very helpful. Having the opportunity to exchange cultures and bond with likeminded peers does not only broaden your horizon but also made the KSA an inspiring program which I can recommend all of you.

Javid Ebrahimi, Netherlands
student at Utrecht University
The main difference between a good project and a great one is whether the organizer invests in it with their whole heart. I’m glad to say that in Kosovo International Summer Academy this was exactly the case! Thanks to the organizing group the ten days we spent in Kosovo were fulfilling, diverse, but also very informative. I can’t stress enough how friendly and fun the atmosphere was and would be very glad to see fellow students attend the next editions of the academy.

Elizaveta Zaidman, Moldova & Romania
student at Freie Universität Berlin
Kosovo International Summer Academy was one of the best experiences I have had in my educational career! Kosovo and the KSA surpassed all of my expectations. The professionals, diplomats, and NGOs you will meet during this program will provide you with unsurmountable networking opportunities. I highly recommend this program to any student and/or professional interested in peace-building, human rights, and diplomacy in post-conflict areas. Kosovo is a very unique country to undertake these studies in and is an experience that will stay with you forever.

Jessica Passey, Canada
M.A. Candidate, European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies, Carleton University
The Kosovo International Summer Academy was a very good reason to visit a wonderful country like Kosovo. In addition it gave me the opportunity to know much better the history and the situation of this part of Balkans. This program offers a very good formative experience. The lecturers of the program provide different perspectives of local and international main actors in Kosovo, which helps to form your own view of the country, its problems and its international situation. When you leave Kosovo after the program you take away with you a huge amount of knowledge, friendships and contacts with people from all around the world. To sum up, KSA offers an amazing human and formative experience. For all these reasons I want to express my gratitude to all organizers that made this experience possible.

Jordi Arlandis Campo, Spain
student of Political Science at the University of Vienna.
Participating at the Kosovo International Summer Academy was one of the most enriching experiences I´ve ever had. Not only I had the chance to learn from experts in the area, but also I could get to know the culture of Kosovo and its people. Everything is well organized in order that you never feel far away from home and instead to have an unforgettable experience. It´s definitely an experience that I would always gladly recommend.

Florian Rey, Mexico
student at the Ludwig-Maximilian University of Munich.
Kosovo International Summer Academy was a great opportunity for me to join other young, emerging leaders to learn from an amazing set of local and regional experts on peacebuilding in the Balkans. It was a fantastic way to spend the end of my summer in Kosovo.

Cameron Mailhot, USA
Ph.D. Candidate at the Cornell University,
The last 10 days at the Kosovo International Summer Academy, for me, has created a new world within Kosovo. As a British-born Kosovan, this summer academy has shown me the depths Balkan politics, international relations, diplomacy and my own Albanian history all within a thriving and exciting learning environment.

Elita Gashi
BA Politics, Philosophy and International Relations, University of York, United Kingdom
Participating in Kosovo International Summer Academy was without doubt, one of the best decisions of my life. At a unique point in this young country’s history, we were given the chance to spend ten days there, learning from our lectures about the political, economic and social challenges faced there, and being able to witness the current situation first-hand. All of this was done in a brilliantly organised environment, surrounded by committed staff and 55 other fantastic participants, with whom unforgettable relationships were built! I cannot recommend KSA highly enough!

Emma Mc Loughlin, Ireland
student at Dublin City University
KSA August 2019 has been for me a fantastic combination of valuable personal connections and professional insights in a country I have only read about it and watched the news on TV. The attention to details and commitment of the organisers is reflected in the high quality of lectures throughout the summer school and also the excursions around Kosovo. Overall, it is a quite well-rounded debate on the different stories and sides that compose the country and allowed me to form my own opinion on the current events. Even more so because of the contact with regular people in Prishtina and other smaller cities in the country. Best memory for me: getting a taxi to the city centre. Chances are you meet either a funny guy talking about his love for Bill Clinton and Americans or somebody involved in the post-conflict, reconciliation efforts in NGOs, government agencies that can tell you an awful lot of what happened in 1999.

Luca Lo Scavo, Italy
MSc International Relations and Diplomacy, Leiden University.
Kosovo International Summer Academy (KSA) collaborates with qualified professionals and experts from all over the world in order to provide a balanced academic look-in at peace building and development in post-conflict areas as it relates to diplomacy, leadership and negotiations. Each presenter shared valuable information to better understand the issues at hand. Each participant also had the opportunity to learn from other attendees, expanding his/her individual worldview through meaningful cross-cultural discussions with peers; each studying a unique discipline in a different country. The program staff were organized, friendly, respectful, and absolutely dedicated to a quality experience for each and every participant. So few people have the opportunity to experience a new country in the throws of peace- and state-building, and I highly recommend this program to anyone seeking an authentic, pragmatic overview; you will be pleasantly surprised. Kosovo, at the crossroads of intercultural and international cooperation, is an idyllic setting for this program.

Parker Johnson, USA
Master of Arts, International Management, Colorado State University
KSA was a wonderful experience, probably one of the best of my life. I have always been interested in the history and struggles of the Balkan Region, but this program far surpassed my expectations. In addition to offering a wonderful cultural experience in Kosovo, KSA organized discussions on contemporary diplomatic issues with experts and officials at the local, regional and international level. I was able to meet the locals outside of the classroom and therefore have a unique perspective of this region’s rich culture. Kosovo’s beautiful nature and rich cultural heritage are definitely underrated; the people are warm and welcoming, and the KSA staff made our experience just perfect. This program is not just about lectures; it’s about traveling around the country, tasting delicious foods and meeting awesome people. KSA was a truly holistic learning experience, and I highly recommend it.

Alessandra Contigiani, Italy
I spent an unforgettable time in Kosovo during the Kosovo International Summer Academy.
It was a great pleasure to participate in the 7th edition of the prestigious Kosovo International Summer Academy 2019 , July session. Consisting of diverse group of students and young workers, I spent 10 enriching and inspiring days. My journey to Kosovo was not only a great opportunity to discover the country but also an occasion to learn more about the challenges it faces in its journey to build a safer and stable environment for its citizens and for its visitors. I was particularly amazed by the professionalism of the organising team. They were very punctual and available any time, even during the break time in activities organised by the participants. I also met very important personalities such as the former President, the former Judge of the Constitutional Court, the Minister of EU Integration and the incredible Sir Geoffrey Nice. I learnt a lot from them and I am definitely satisfied by the fact that we were given the opportunity to share what we know and find responses to our questions. Kosovo International Summer Academy 2019 was a very special and unique experience, experience I encountered and would recommend it to everyone who desire to take part anytime.

Afoumba Dolly, Cameroon
MA in Peace and Conflict Studies, Phillips University Marburg.
The ten-day programme in Kosovo was an unbelievably eye-opening, worthwhile and incredible opportunity for me to learn more about the country and the region. Everyone, from the organisers to the students to the lecturers and to the local population, was so welcoming and helpful. I learned a lot and made invaluable contacts and friends. It also confirmed to me that only by witnessing a place first hand can you really get to understand a place as important as the Balkans.

Tom Fenton, United Kingdom
student at Durham University
Four months have now passed since I came back from KSA and the emotions I felt during those ten days are still strong in me; for this reason, I would like to express my gratitude towards KSA staff for having organized such a great experience for all of us! For what concerns my impressions, I first have to mention that I had never taken part in a Summer School before and I had never been to Kosovo before July; so, it was all of a surprise for me and I didn’t really know what to expect. The Summer School is very well-organised: transports are perfectly scheduled; the Hotel is amazing with a great location and an amazing view of Prishtina and they took very good care of us. As for the classes, to me, they were all very interesting, specific and well-structured. I have also to admit that sometimes, due to the intense program and the many lectures, it’s been hard to follow, but the speakers were too important and too good that they still got my full attention. Regarding the free time, I really appreciated the guided tour around Prishtina and the fact that each one was gree to do what preferred in the evenings.The trips we made were also very interesting and my favourite one has been in Prizren. To sum up, if I had to evaluate this experience as a whole, I have to say that everything was perfect, and I will strongly suggest Kosovo International Summer Academy to everyone who are thinking to be part of it. I would like to spend a few last personal words about the amazing country of Kosovo; I had written my Bachelor thesis on the war in Kosovo and I was really curous to come and see how things had developed after the war had ended and the various international missions had been established. Well, I have to say that among all the new things I discovered, I was thrilled by the population’s attitude: how they are friendly among eacjh other despite differences, how open they are towards foreigners, their willingess to speak about their country and their personal experiences to strangers and ahtier strong desire to rebuild their own country. This positivity left me very impressed and for these such good feelings I had, I really look forward to coming back to Kosovo and to play an active part! In conclusion, I want to thank KSA from my heart for this amazing experience and the important contribution they give through this Academy which I am certain that I holds a very special place in the heards and minds of its participants, just as it does in mine.

Elisa Deluis, Italy
student at University of Pavia.
KSA2018 was one of the most amazing experiences of my life! Not did we just talk to very high-ranking speakers from Kosovo, but experts also included diplomats, academics and other officials from other countries. This provided for a wider picture of the current and previous situation in the Kosovo. I can honestly say that I gained a lot of new knowledge regarding Kosovo and left the country with amazing new friends from all over the world.

Patricia Senge, Germany
BA in European Studies, Maastricht University
The Kosovo Summer Academy has been an unforgettable experience. I traveled to a country I have never been to, learned all about its culture, history and ethnic diversity and met people from all over the world. I became aware of the various peace-building, leadership and negotiations mechanisms that restore and enhance a country from a wide-range of influential speakers. It was an overall enriching academic, social, and intellectual journey that lead me one step closer to my goals and aspirations.

Amina Husain, Bahrain
student at University of Glasgow
My participation in the Kosovo International Summer Academy (KSA) 2016 was one of the most enriching and inspiring experiences I have had thus far in my academic career. The programme gave an incredibly interesting insight into the history and future political direction of a country I had known very little about before enrolling – Kosovo. On the intensive 10-day programme, the students at KSA learned about peace building in post-conflict areas through government officials, ambassadors, professors, representatives from international organisations, and the everyday Kosovar people that we met during our stay. We travelled to different cities and geographical landmarks, and we were able to experience the beautiful culture of a country in a way that we may not have been able to otherwise.

Anjimae Enchill
University of Exeter, England
The Kosovo International Summer Academy 2018 has far superseded all my past experiences with summer programs. To describe the 10 days as ‘incredible’ is an understatement. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting all the 63 very impressive individuals from across the globe. Having now visited the inspiring Balkan nation of Kosovo, I have fully engaged with the mission statement of KSA2018: “Peace building in post-conflict areas – Diplomacy, Leadership and Negotiations”. The KSA2018 family has certainly warmed my heart, while stimulating the international affairs and diplomacy fanatic inside of me. Awfully grateful to the KSA Team and all the close friends that I have made in Kosovo for creating so many memories with me. See you all at our massive reunions in the Netherlands, England and the USA.

Chloe Deng, Israel/Hong Kong
Law student at the University of Bristol
KSA offers an excellent summer program for curious students interested in international relations, diplomacy and institution building. The mixture of lectures by high-ranking diplomats and representatives of international organizations, interesting conversations with motivated students from all over the world as well as getting to know the cultural aspects of Kosovo really shows how well-organized the program is. Kosovo Summer Academy has been of considerable benefit to me on a professional as well as on a personal level.

Rafael Widmer, Switzerland
Master’s student in Environmental Policy at Sciences Po in Paris
Attending the Kosovo Summer Academy helped me developing a huge amount of knowledge in peace-building and about the country’s history. Kosovo is a beautiful country and the program gave me experience in diplomacy, leadership, and negotiations. The lectures were given by experienced professionals, university professors, and international policy advisors. It changed my field of studies and guided me through a new academic career, where the geopolitics of the Balkans is now the center. It was truly an amazing experience to study while visiting historic sites, meeting locals and knowing more about its centenary culture.

Larissa Lopes
Brazil
The Kosovo International Summer Academy was an incredibly formative experience. The ten-day programming offered the rewarding opportunity to explore the inner workings of peace-building and diplomacy on the frontlines of Kosovo’s nation building and development.
Throughout the program, I was continually blown away by the high calibre of lectures and speakers that fostered an exchange of indispensable knowledge, and excursions that expanded my worldview and deepened my cultural appreciation for Kosovo; all whole being surrounded by an amazing group of global peers I now call my friends. I leave Kosovo with a debt of gratitude to the incredible program organizers as I have brought back home with me newfound knowledge and experiences that I know I will apply to my studies and lifetime to come.

Foti VIto, Canada/Albania
student at Trinity College, University of Toronto, Canada
I think I’d need to invent a new dictionary to describe how inspiring and enlightening KSA has been for me. Not only does KSA give its participants the chance to engage with political representatives and international authorities, but the niche of colleagues that KSA unites is truly extraordinary. I have rarely bonded so deeply and quickly with a group of people as I did this summer. From academic speakers, I learned how to approach political tension with compassion and an open mind. From my peers, I learned how to pursue various careers in law and diplomacy, and I am leaving KSA with a clearer goal in mind. If you want to embrace a newly formed culture; find harmony; understand the mind of a young country; understand yourself; and crave human connection while making friendships across the world, then KSA is for you. This has been one of the most memorable and eye-opening experiences for me. Together, we will keep inspiring change.

Sabrina Chen, USA
student at Columbia University
Kosovo International Summer Academy was a great experience to pass some time learning and having fun. During the permanence in Prishtina our group had the chance to meet a vast range of professionals, from politicians to representative of the international institutions, from NGO’s to academics. Moreover, the group who attended KSA with me was really dynamic and full of interesting people and during our permanence we had the chance to visit some remote parts of the country to have a broader view from the magnificent capital. The staff was amazing: they are very supportive and very well organised.

Leonardo Scanavino
University of Turin, Italy
Kosovo International Summer Academy was 10 of the most enjoyable days I’ve had this year. I knew I would learn a lot, and meet very distinguished people, but I didn’t think I was going to have so much fun. I made some great connections I will use in my future career, but more importantly, I made some fantastic friends! I would like to thank the KSA team for their hard work – it shows in how well the Kosovo International Summer Academy programme was executed.

Jonathon Sutton
Dublin City University, Ireland.
Learning about the Balkan region and its recent history led me to developing a passion for Peacebuilding and Transitional Justice. Joining the KSA while writing my LLM dissertation turned out to be the best decision: firstly, I had the opportunity to meet individuals, visit locations and institutions I had only researched and read about; secondly, I experienced the warmth of the locals, generous and welcoming people.The outcome?Beautiful memories, inspiration for my academic endeavours and 6 ECTS credits! Kosovo, I will be back, I promise!

Cecilia Andrei, Romania
LLM in International Human Rights Law and Practice, University of York
I attended the Kosovo Summer Academy without having a clear idea what to expect. Yes, a summer academy, but in a county that was relatively unknown to me and that I had only seen on the news as a seven-year old girl. And I have to admit, all the cliches are true. About the hospitality and warmth of the Kosovar people. About the atmosphere and the pride they feel for their country. About friends that even though you have been with each other for over a week, you know will remain your friends forever. Words can never capture the grateful feeling I had when leaving, grateful for friendships, grateful for what I learned and experienced, grateful for the personal stories people shared with me. I wish it was three weeks ago and I could do it all over again.

Lily van Egeraat
Netherlands
To be honest I didn’t know what to expect at all when I landed in Pristina, as I applied to KSA without really knowing what I will be doing. However, after a few days, I realized how lucky I was to be with such brilliant students from all over the world who have unique stories to tell!
In my opinion, discovering Kosovo by interacting with the locals, professors, and politicians while visiting different parts of the country (which I would have probably not visited on my own!) was the best way to learn about the history, the politics, and the the culture. Many in my home country, France, would say that there is still a war in Kosovo and that no one should go there. Even though I’ve always disagreed, thanks to KSA I can now more efficiently prove that Kosovo is not a country of war but, rather, a country of hope.Thanks again to all the organizers and the participants for making those 10 days an incredible experience that, I am sure, no one will ever forget.

Mathilde Barland, France
student at Brown University, USA
As we can live here, love and respect each other as a family it means the world also can live in peace” I said this in my spontaneous unprepared graduation speech. I will always remember everyday cause every single day in the Kosovo International Summer Academy was so special, winning golden friendships, getting exposed to cultures from all around the globe, learning massively from the program and the students, laughing travelling & relaxing but most importantly I’m part of the KSA family. Being a medical student in such academy was easier than I thought, everything I learnt is added to Laith and I think patients will be more satisfied if they go to diplomatic Doctor, Thanks to the Amazing KSA!

Laith AlJammal
Jordan
Being part of the Kosovo International Summer Academy 2016 has been a life changing experience. It provided me the amazing opportunity to engage in Kosovo’s peacebuilding matters, explore the beauty of the country and its people, and gain intercultural experience with all the participants by exchanging personal and professional goals.

Eira Angelica Cerda Ruano, Mexico
LLM in International Human Rights Law, University of Liverpool
I really didn’t know what to expect when I first arrived in Kosovo but ended up having a brilliant and enriching experience. I was very impressed by the organisation and dedication of the KSA team who were there throughout the whole process, from initial application to hugs at the end of the 10 days! They couldn’t have done more for us. Every day was packed with classes or field trips and the people who came to speak to us were well-known and influential in their respective fields. We had the opportunity to ask questions and I really feel like I now know more about Kosovo than my own country. The summer academy experience gave direction to my Masters and I plan to return next year to carry out fieldwork for my dissertation. Last and definitely not least, I met some wonderful people and made some great friends.

Anja Jeczalik
University of Winchester, UK
Kosovo – a country I didn´t knew a lot about before participating in KSA. But after spending ten amazing days in and around Prishtina I can tell that Kosovo is a country full of friendly and open-minded people who are influenced by an eventful history and rich culture. The diverse group of various nationalities as well as the perfect organization and the political exchange made my time in Kosovo a unique and memorable experience which I can recommend to anyone!

Laura Hoffmann, Germany
University of Hohenheim
Kosovo Summer Academy was a great opportunity to meet people from all over the world. Never before I have made friends from so many countries, such diverse cultures, with unique and wonderful stories to tell. The course was also a chance for the world to meet Kosovo – to learn about its people, to feel a part of its history. I truly appreciated the very warm welcome that we received from every person we met during our stay. In particular, the great representation for women at all levels of public life and the cultural and religious tolerance of the community are accomplishments of which the Kosovar people should be exceptionally proud.

Ruth Lawlor, Ireland
PhD student in History at Trinity College, Cambridge
My time at the Kosovo International Summer Academy, was extremely valuable, both academically and socially. Even though I had studied Kosovan politics for three years, I was left with many new impressions. The academy has a wide specter of outstanding lecturers, both local and international, who come from a variety of backgrounds. The result was a much deeper and broader understanding of the political processes, actors and institutions of the country, which are also relevant for other post-conflict cases. There was also always room for questions and discussions between students and lecturers, which I also learned a lot from. I would highly recommend KSA to anyone interested in an intense course in post-conflict issues.
In addition to the academic part, I had a great time at the planned field trips to different locations in Kosovo. Whether you want to see an old castle, visit a war memorial or hike next to beautiful waterfalls, there is a field trip for it. I also met people from all over the world, and made great new friendships. You will meet so many likeminded, awesome people. I am already looking at flight tickets to different countries to visit some of them again!

Mariana Qamile Rød
University of Bergen, Norway
Kosovo Summer Program 2014 was a great opportunity for better understanding of the geopolitics in the Balkans and of the peace building process in general. The program also allowed me to become member of a worldwide network of young motivated people with whom I would like to develop cooperation programs in the future. All in all, Kosovo was a great opportunity to me and I’m very excited for attending this program.

Larisa Stanciu, Romania
MA student at Sorbonne University, France
Being a part of the Kosovo International Summer Academy 2015, was one of the best experiences I have ever had. I was amazed at how well the entire program was organised and how warm and welcoming everyone we met was. The journey was not only educational, but it helped me understand Kosovo in a way that the news and textbooks cannot explain. KSA gave me the opportunity to meet academics, ministers and officials who could answer my questions with the clarity and give me advice on my doubts and career matters as well. But what I will cherish most is the interaction I had with my fellow peers and the organisers of KSA. Meeting so many wonderful people from so many parts of the world enriched me as an individual and gave me insight into various cultures, attitudes and opinions. I am honoured to have been accepted to be a part of this wonderful program and will encourage anyone who has an interest to apply for future KSA programs. In only 10 days, a group of almost 60 strangers from more than 30 different countries, was transformed into a family and I left Kosovo with friends for life. This experience will live clearly in my memory forever and I hope to return sometime soon.

Fayiqa Halim, India
MA Conflict Resolution, University of Essex, UK
Kosovo International Summer Academy was an extraordinary experience. It was undoubtedly an academy which gave me a deep insight into the history and development of the Republic of Kosovo and broad academic foundation in the field of Peace building and post-conflict areas – Diplomacy, Leadership and Negotiations. My deepest appreciation goes to the team and everyone who contributed to the academy, for all your work and commitment to achieving the highest level of lectures, excursions and visits to the institutions of the Republic of Kosovo, and above all a welcome reception in a country where we will always find friends.

Alenka Antloga, Senior Advisor at Ministry of Finance in Slovenia
Doctoral student at University of Ljubljana
When we were told in the beginning of our session that KSA could be a life-changing event for us, I was a bit reserved, as Kosovo was not a tabula rasa for me. Now, few weeks after I have graduated from the Academy, I could not agree more with that statement! Kosovo International Summer Academy was a great opportunity to meet and see such interesting people from all over the world. And we together met presidents, diplomats, decision-makers, professors, and we met each other. We have visited gems of Kosovar natural and cultural heritage. We have discussed and have listened. We asked. We observed. We tasted. We explored. We witnessed. We all have learned something new to usd, from the locals, from speakers and from each other and from the entire Kosovo! And that all together is why KSA was the life-changing even. Faleminderit për gjithçka, Kosovë!

Jiří Němec, Czech Republic
Master’s student of IR at Masaryk University
I have to admit that I had no expectations from the country either from the program. I always wanted to go to Balkans and to know more about the region and its history and culture, so when I saw the opportunity for this program I applied without hesitation. My first impression of the program was that it has been very well organized. The work of KSA executive team has been amazing from the application period until the last day. Second, the program was very interesting and complete. We had the chance to listen great speakers and Ambassadors, ministers, politicians, professors from USA, Europe, Kosovo, Serbia and Albania, also representatives of civil society. The opportunity to meet the President and members of the Assembly of Kosovo was a big plus in this event. All in all, the best opportunity was to know more about Kosovo, by mixing the view of different people, coming from around the world with different backgrounds. History, culture and food is the experience that we will share with other people.

Erick Garcia Macias, Mexico
Master of European Studies Universite Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
KSA was a life changing experience for me. The staff members of KSA were extremely nice, helpful, open-minded and easy going. I have been able to meet people from so many different places which obviously made me expand my view of the world. We, together with the staff members, soon became like a family. Inside this atmosphere of fun and cultural exchange, the courses that were offered were extremely interesting and credible in the sense that we had great professors, ambassadors and known local and international figures deliver lectures…!Everyone who gets the opportunity to apply should not hesitate because this is truly a life changing experience that gathers both knowledge and fun.

Yasmine Seddik
senior student at AlAkhawayn University in Ifrane, Morocco
Last year’s(2014) summer school program organized by the Kosovo Center of Diplomacy and its partners was a positive step in my life, in the social and academic aspect.I say it was a well organized social experience because I explored the roots of the Republic of Kosovo, it’s cities, it’s historical places and its own great friendly warm nation. I also met a lot of new friends, international students from abroad.Saying from the academic aspect was positive I meant, I learned a lot of new things from the international professors and their experience.Personally if I find free time next summer, I would like again to be part of that wonderful international summer program.

Gazmend Ibrahimi, Macedonia
student at Sakarya University, Turkey
Being a part of Kosovo International Summer Academy (KSA) 2015 was a great experience, which I will highly recommend to any young professional or student engaged in the field of peace building and development in a post-conflict region. The KSA staff managed to gather a group of high profile speakers from both civil society organizations, academic research institutions along with prominent politicians and diplomats; which gave me and the other participants a great opportunity to discuss and understand the process of post-conflict state building in Kosovo from the inside. I will recommend KSA anytime!

Stine Nørskov Hansen
MA of Arts, Middle East Studies, University of Southern Denmark
Kosovo International Summer Academy is genuinely one of the most inspiring and fascinating experiences that I have had. Most importantly, I met some of the most incredible, talented and passionate people and gained an amazing insight into such a broad range of different cultures and perspectives. I think that sharing experiences with people from across the world is one of the most important things you can do as it helps to foster tolerance, respect and positive relations. Kosovo was both a beautiful and politically relevant location to hold this summer academy. When I told my friends and family that I was visiting Kosovo this summer, many asked me where this was. The little-known story of Kosovo is one that I aspire to share with as many people as I can as I feel the strength of the people there and their desire to foster cooperative relationships between different ethnic groups is really something to be admired and followed. I returned from Kosovo feeling even more inspired to make a positive difference to the world and do all that I can to encourage tolerance and respect between people in my country and further afield. I really hope to come back to Kosovo and I am planning to visit many others across the world who I had the pleasure of meeting on this trip! Many thanks to KSA team for organising this incredible trip.

Georgia Ellis, United Kingdom
BA International Relations, University of Leeds
After being part of KSA 2016 I can admit that the reality exceeded any expectation: I’ve had the opportunity to listen some of the most interesting personalities involved in Kosovo’s recent history talk about their experience, to build friendships with challenging and passionate people and to have fun in one of the youngest and most vibrant countries in Europe.

Vilma Djala
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore di Milano, Italy
Coming to the first KSA – Part II in August 2018 was a thoughtful decision that I do not regret. The possibility to obtain official ECTS credits, the full board program and touristic trips were to me options that were meant to prove the quality of the summer school. With 10 days intensive course from 9-5 and exploring nice places in Kosovo, I got served the academic holiday I was looking for. Indeed, you’ll get to meet and hear from various experienced and knowledgeable speakers (over 20!) who will boost your learning on Kosovo’s current affairs and (re)activate your critical thinking on many political science topics while grasping a sense of the local culture. Icing on the cake: I got to spend memorable times with people I would have perhaps never met if I hadn’t participated. Thank you to all organizers that took great care of us during such experience where I learnt a lot. Although, as John Dewey says, ”we do not learn from experience…we learn from reflecting on experience” and that’s when I realize I have actually learnt way much more than I think I have.

Charlotte Ranaivosoa (France/Madagascar)
Masters in Peace, Conflict and Development, Universitat Jaume I in Castellón de la Plana.
I was very honoured by the opportunity to take part in this Summer Academy in and about the home country of about half of my family. Although I had already some background about Kosovo and its history, I got much new knowledge and inspiration during these ten days. The speakers came from many different backgrounds: universities, NGOs, embassies, the government. My personal highlight definitely was the speech of former president Atifete Jahjaga.
But not only the lectures, also the field trips and the other participants made the Summer Academy something really special. It was very inspiring to learn from my friends I gained there, from their opinions, experiences and their work. Thanks to KSA, I had also the opportunity to cross the Mitrovica Bridge and to visit the parliament of Kosovo. Many thanks to the organising team of Kosovo International Summer Academy.”

Lirija Sejdi, Switzerland
MA Sociology, University of Zurich
I highly recommend KSA for the following key reasons. The first and most impactful takeaway was the opportunity to learn from the students around me. Your classmates will originate from all corners of the world and hail from top universities (Columbia, Oxford, LSE, HEC Paris, Texas A&M, etc). The intellectual conversations I had with my peers ranged from geopolitical issues, cultural topics, to philosophical debates. But more importantly, these were genuinely good people to hang out with, grab a beer with, and travel the world with. Unsurprisingly, I extended my stay in Europe by a week to visit my new friends; I can confidently say that I now have friends all across the globe. Furthermore, the global leaders who came and spoke to us held several high profile positions. My favorite lecturer was former president Atifete Jahjaga, who discussed her background, her challenges while in office, and gave concrete advice for young leaders. Lastly, the tangible experience on culture, history, and emotions of Kosovo was visceral when exploring the country. Questions such as ”how do the Kosovo people view America today?” or “why is EU so important to the Kosovo people?” or even “how is Kosovo moving forward?” were questions I had coming into Kosovo and found my answers first hand. I was at first hesitant to make the trip to Kosovo. However, looking back I have no regrets.

Michael Luu
Texas A&M '18, Texas, USA
Since I know Kosovo, I loved it. The KSA gave me the opportunity to spend more time to understand this wonderful land and its people. The ten days programme are a full immersion in the social political and cultural situation in Kosovo, trying to understand the long post-conflict reconstruction. KSA, in fact, is an innovative and positive initiative that involve young people from all over the world and thanks to speakers and experts from Kosovar institutions, civil society and universities, gives a lot of sparks to understand better the history of this particular piece of Balkan Region. KSA is not only about lectures, is also important the time spent outside the classroom, visiting historical places, cultural heritage and eating delicious food. For those who loves Balkans and for those who never been there, for sure Kosovo worth a visit and KSA is a really good option to do it.

Martina Pieri
Italy
If I had to sum up my experiences during the Kosovo International Summer Academy 2018 in three words, they would be: understanding, connection and inspiration. The lectures, field trips and discussions deepened my understanding of Statebuilding and Transitional Justice. Simultaneously, they provided the rewarding opportunity to connect with talented and ambitious people from around the world. I felt very inspired by the divers initiatives and (especially female) changemakers I got to know. This increased my determination to pursue my professional career in the field of reconciliation and peacebuilding.

Larissa Kunze, Germany
MA in Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Kent and the Philipps University Marburg
I entered KSA having little experience of either international relations or diplomacy, but found it to be a very welcoming atmosphere in which I learnt an immense amount of information quickly. The programme was extremely relevant to the world that we saw outside of the classroom in Kosovo, and it was extremely interesting to see the problems and history which we had heard about from lecturers echoed and played out before our eyes. Above all, the experience was fun and highly enjoyable, with a great mix of people from all round the world, with whom I could experience both the programme and Kosovo in a way that I will not forget.

Benjamin Jackson, United Kingdom
University of Edinburgh, Scotland
KSA offered a learning experience I couldn’t replicate in any other setting due to the abundant opportunities for cultural exchange. I was drawn to the program for what I felt I could learn about peacebuilding in Kosovo, but what really convinced me I had to attend was the focus on person-to-person interaction. The quality of speakers and other participants far exceeded my expectations, and I was very impressed with the cultural excursions we went on. I appreciated the balanced approach we had to such difficult topics and found great value in hearing from government representatives, professionals, academics, and those doing important work in the nonprofit sector. I was able to make contacts that will be vital to my research going forward. I highly recommend attending KSA for the knowledge, experience, and many friends that were made.

Kimberly Madsen, USA
PhD student in Public Affairs, Indiana University
Participating in the Kosovo International Summer Academy was an absolutely great opportunity for me! There were 10 days of full immersion in Kosovo, an ideal scenario in which to learn about the conflict in the Balkans. Amazingly knowledgeable participants and speakers from all over the world, extremely dedicated organizers, a true pleasure to wake up every morning to learn something new from such valuable sources. I really built a connection with the area and I look forward to further exploring it and to seeing how I can contribute. I am very grateful for the opportunity of expanding my field of knowledge and for the welcoming and heartwarming experience.

Otilia Ciobanu, Romania,
LLM in European Law and in Public International Law at Utrecht University
I had only had limited opportunity to study the Western Balkans before KSA, but having a strong interest in the region, KSA was a perfect place to correct this. Indeed, it did not disappoint. As well as having a great course of speakers from government and academia, who provided detailed insight into the circumstances and unique situation of this young country, going to Kosovo meant I met wonderful people whom I otherwise would never have known. Thanks to KSA I am now privileged enough to call these people my friends. All of this in Kosovo, a country of impressive sights and certainly a most welcoming place, I cannot wait until I can return.
Overall. the Kosovo International Summer Academy was an experience I shall not forget, and would urge anyone to jump at

Luke Scott, United Kingdom
University of Edinburgh, Scotland
I applied to KSA2017 with the hope that such an opportunity would allow me to gain a deeper political understanding and broader interdisciplinary view of peace-building and integration processes. The opportunity to be in Kosovo, surrounded by like-minded students, academics and professionals was not only inspiring but taught me much more than any academic course could do. I felt engaged with each day of the thought-provoking programme and even now, two months on, I’m still thinking over many of the issues which we touched on during the Academy.I have recently started a Master’s programme and, from my first-hand experiences at KSA, feel more prepared to contribute to the discussions about conflicted societies and peace-building efforts. Not only have I learned more and made new friends through KSA, but I also feel a deeper connection with Kosovo and hope to integrate some of the issues that the country faces into my Master’s programme. I may not be in Kosovo today but it certainly won’t be long until I’m back!

Grace Ellis, United Kingdom
MA student of International Relations at Leiden University, Netherlands
The Kosovo International summer Academy was an amazing experience. I was impressed with the diversity of student participants from all over the world. I truly believe I have made friends that will last a lifetime. The topics of study were more than relevant from my perspective; I really enjoyed learning about diplomatic protocol. I recommend this summer program to anyone who’s interested in Kosovo’s growth out of war and International Relations in general.The staff and organizers have inspired me to keep learning about humanitarian diplomacy and to make a positive impact around the world.

Andrew Burgess, USA
The KSA 2018 was an invaluable experience, not only academically and professionally, but also personally. There is almost no better place to learn about concepts such as peace building and transitional justice in a post-conflict society than in Kosovo itself. The programme was very well-organised and put together with care. The participants got the opportunity to meet knowledgeable and esteemed academics and officials who could all share their own views and expertise. Despite being a very young country with a complex political situation, Kosovo is also a very optimistic and hopeful country which is extremely hospitable and welcoming to visitors. In this inspiring environment I met so many lovely and like-minded people from all over the world, who all had something different to bring to the table. This was certainly an experience I will cherish.

Manizja Aziz
MA in International Relations, Leiden University, Netherlands
Kosovo International Summer Academy has represented to me an incredible opportunity of education, discovery and self challenge. During these ten days I had the possibility to meet a number of politicians and ministers, who gave me a deep insight into the recent development of the State, but we also heard the opinions of activists and NGOs, which gave us the possibility to build an holistic picture of the actual situation in the country. A definite enrichment has been the constant and daily feedback I exchanged with the other participants, more than 60 people from all over the world, whose diverse background gave the the possibility to broaden our understanding and comprehension of the topics we were discussing in class. I would definitely recommend anyone to participate in this project.

Martina Cocchi
University of Pisa, BA student in Peace Studies

Application calls for Kosovo International Summer Academy 2023 ARE OPEN!

Introduction

Kosovo International Summer Academy 2023 *Applicants can apply and attend only one of the sessions (either Part I or PART II) 17 – 27 July 2023 9 – 19 August 2023 Location: Prishtina, Kosovo

Kosovo International Summer Academy courses and topics:

Vocational trips and Cultural Activities

Scholarships

A number of scholarships are available for most qualified applicants!

Inspire

Global Workplace

Brighter Future

Academic Challenge

Nellie Ravina University of Leeds, United Kingdom.

Celine Plöger Bielefeld University, Germany.

Melina Topic, Germany student of International Relations and Diplomacy, Universität Trier.

Casper Haanappel, Netherlands.

Camryn Wilson, USA student at Pennsylvania State University

Eoin O'Driscoll, Ireland student at University College Cork

Jana Tillová, Czech Republic & Russia student at Masaryk University

Yu Rim Kim, South Korea student at the Goethe University, Germany

Javid Ebrahimi, Netherlands student at Utrecht University

Elizaveta Zaidman, Moldova & Romania student at Freie Universität Berlin

Jessica Passey, Canada M.A. Candidate, European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies, Carleton University

Jordi Arlandis Campo, Spain student of Political Science at the University of Vienna.

Florian Rey, Mexico student at the Ludwig-Maximilian University of Munich.

Cameron Mailhot, USA Ph.D. Candidate at the Cornell University,

Elita Gashi BA Politics, Philosophy and International Relations, University of York, United Kingdom

Emma Mc Loughlin, Ireland student at Dublin City University

Luca Lo Scavo, Italy MSc International Relations and Diplomacy, Leiden University.

Parker Johnson, USA Master of Arts, International Management, Colorado State University

Alessandra Contigiani, Italy

Afoumba Dolly, Cameroon MA in Peace and Conflict Studies, Phillips University Marburg.

Tom Fenton, United Kingdom student at Durham University

Elisa Deluis, Italy student at University of Pavia.

Patricia Senge, Germany BA in European Studies, Maastricht University

Amina Husain, Bahrain student at University of Glasgow

Anjimae Enchill University of Exeter, England

Chloe Deng, Israel/Hong Kong Law student at the University of Bristol

Rafael Widmer, Switzerland Master’s student in Environmental Policy at Sciences Po in Paris

Larissa Lopes Brazil

Foti VIto, Canada/Albania student at Trinity College, University of Toronto, Canada

Sabrina Chen, USA student at Columbia University

Leonardo Scanavino University of Turin, Italy

Jonathon Sutton Dublin City University, Ireland.

Cecilia Andrei, Romania LLM in International Human Rights Law and Practice, University of York

Lily van Egeraat Netherlands

Mathilde Barland, France student at Brown University, USA

Laith AlJammal Jordan

Eira Angelica Cerda Ruano, Mexico LLM in International Human Rights Law, University of Liverpool

Anja Jeczalik University of Winchester, UK

Laura Hoffmann, Germany University of Hohenheim

Ruth Lawlor, Ireland PhD student in History at Trinity College, Cambridge

Mariana Qamile Rød University of Bergen, Norway

Larisa Stanciu, Romania MA student at Sorbonne University, France

Fayiqa Halim, India MA Conflict Resolution, University of Essex, UK

Alenka Antloga, Senior Advisor at Ministry of Finance in Slovenia Doctoral student at University of Ljubljana

Jiří Němec, Czech Republic Master’s student of IR at Masaryk University

Erick Garcia Macias, Mexico Master of European Studies Universite Catholique de Louvain, Belgium

Yasmine Seddik senior student at AlAkhawayn University in Ifrane, Morocco

Gazmend Ibrahimi, Macedonia student at Sakarya University, Turkey

Stine Nørskov Hansen MA of Arts, Middle East Studies, University of Southern Denmark

Georgia Ellis, United Kingdom BA International Relations, University of Leeds

Vilma Djala Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore di Milano, Italy

Charlotte Ranaivosoa (France/Madagascar) Masters in Peace, Conflict and Development, Universitat Jaume I in Castellón de la Plana.

Lirija Sejdi, Switzerland MA Sociology, University of Zurich

Michael Luu Texas A&M '18, Texas, USA

Martina Pieri Italy

Larissa Kunze, Germany MA in Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Kent and the Philipps University Marburg

Benjamin Jackson, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh, Scotland

Kimberly Madsen, USA PhD student in Public Affairs, Indiana University

Otilia Ciobanu, Romania, LLM in European Law and in Public International Law at Utrecht University

Luke Scott, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh, Scotland

Grace Ellis, United Kingdom MA student of International Relations at Leiden University, Netherlands

Andrew Burgess, USA

Manizja Aziz MA in International Relations, Leiden University, Netherlands

Martina Cocchi University of Pisa, BA student in Peace Studies

Organisers and Partners

Those who make it happen!

Kosovo International Summer Academy 2023
*Applicants can apply and attend only one of the sessions (either Part I or PART II)
17 – 27 July 2023
9 – 19 August 2023
Location: Prishtina, Kosovo

Nellie Ravina
University of Leeds, United Kingdom.

Celine Plöger
Bielefeld University, Germany.

Melina Topic, Germany
student of International Relations and Diplomacy, Universität Trier.

Camryn Wilson, USA
student at Pennsylvania State University

Eoin O'Driscoll, Ireland
student at University College Cork

Jana Tillová, Czech Republic & Russia
student at Masaryk University

Yu Rim Kim, South Korea
student at the Goethe University, Germany

Javid Ebrahimi, Netherlands
student at Utrecht University

Elizaveta Zaidman, Moldova & Romania
student at Freie Universität Berlin

Jessica Passey, Canada
M.A. Candidate, European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies, Carleton University

Jordi Arlandis Campo, Spain
student of Political Science at the University of Vienna.

Florian Rey, Mexico
student at the Ludwig-Maximilian University of Munich.

Cameron Mailhot, USA
Ph.D. Candidate at the Cornell University,

Elita Gashi
BA Politics, Philosophy and International Relations, University of York, United Kingdom

Emma Mc Loughlin, Ireland
student at Dublin City University

Luca Lo Scavo, Italy
MSc International Relations and Diplomacy, Leiden University.

Parker Johnson, USA
Master of Arts, International Management, Colorado State University

Afoumba Dolly, Cameroon
MA in Peace and Conflict Studies, Phillips University Marburg.

Tom Fenton, United Kingdom
student at Durham University

Elisa Deluis, Italy
student at University of Pavia.

Patricia Senge, Germany
BA in European Studies, Maastricht University

Amina Husain, Bahrain
student at University of Glasgow

Anjimae Enchill
University of Exeter, England

Chloe Deng, Israel/Hong Kong
Law student at the University of Bristol

Rafael Widmer, Switzerland
Master’s student in Environmental Policy at Sciences Po in Paris

Larissa Lopes
Brazil

Foti VIto, Canada/Albania
student at Trinity College, University of Toronto, Canada

Sabrina Chen, USA
student at Columbia University

Leonardo Scanavino
University of Turin, Italy

Jonathon Sutton
Dublin City University, Ireland.

Cecilia Andrei, Romania
LLM in International Human Rights Law and Practice, University of York

Lily van Egeraat
Netherlands

Mathilde Barland, France
student at Brown University, USA

Laith AlJammal
Jordan

Eira Angelica Cerda Ruano, Mexico
LLM in International Human Rights Law, University of Liverpool

Anja Jeczalik
University of Winchester, UK

Laura Hoffmann, Germany
University of Hohenheim

Ruth Lawlor, Ireland
PhD student in History at Trinity College, Cambridge

Mariana Qamile Rød
University of Bergen, Norway

Larisa Stanciu, Romania
MA student at Sorbonne University, France

Fayiqa Halim, India
MA Conflict Resolution, University of Essex, UK

Alenka Antloga, Senior Advisor at Ministry of Finance in Slovenia
Doctoral student at University of Ljubljana

Jiří Němec, Czech Republic
Master’s student of IR at Masaryk University

Erick Garcia Macias, Mexico
Master of European Studies Universite Catholique de Louvain, Belgium

Yasmine Seddik
senior student at AlAkhawayn University in Ifrane, Morocco

Gazmend Ibrahimi, Macedonia
student at Sakarya University, Turkey

Stine Nørskov Hansen
MA of Arts, Middle East Studies, University of Southern Denmark

Georgia Ellis, United Kingdom
BA International Relations, University of Leeds

Vilma Djala
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore di Milano, Italy

Charlotte Ranaivosoa (France/Madagascar)
Masters in Peace, Conflict and Development, Universitat Jaume I in Castellón de la Plana.

Lirija Sejdi, Switzerland
MA Sociology, University of Zurich

Michael Luu
Texas A&M '18, Texas, USA

Martina Pieri
Italy

Larissa Kunze, Germany
MA in Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Kent and the Philipps University Marburg

Benjamin Jackson, United Kingdom
University of Edinburgh, Scotland

Kimberly Madsen, USA
PhD student in Public Affairs, Indiana University

Otilia Ciobanu, Romania,
LLM in European Law and in Public International Law at Utrecht University

Luke Scott, United Kingdom
University of Edinburgh, Scotland

Grace Ellis, United Kingdom
MA student of International Relations at Leiden University, Netherlands

Manizja Aziz
MA in International Relations, Leiden University, Netherlands

Martina Cocchi
University of Pisa, BA student in Peace Studies