Kyiv, Ukraine (November 4, 2024) – The Center for Security Studies “CENSS” and the Kosovo Centre for Security Studies recently convened a workshop to explore the critical issues of conflict resolution and post-war recovery, drawing on Kosovo’s experiences to inform Ukraine’s future.
The hybrid event, held both online and in Kyiv, attracted 70 participants, including students and faculty from top Ukrainian universities such as Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute,” National Aviation University, and National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy.
Key Topics and Discussions
The workshop delved into a range of crucial topics:
- The Role of International Actors
- Transition of Power
- Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR)
- Peacebuilding and Political Dialogue
- Rule of Law and Governance
Expert Insights
The workshop featured presentations by renowned experts from Kosovo and Ukraine: Mentor Vrajoli, Executive Director of the Kosovo Centre for Security Studies, Ramadan Ilazi, Head of Research at KCSS, Adelina Hasani, Senior Researcher at KCSS.
The discussions were moderated by CENSS and Ukrainian experts: Vadym Chernysh, Head of the Governing Council of CENSS, Viktoriia Voronina, Executive Director of CENSS, Ilona Khmeliova, Secretary of the NGO “Economic Security Council of Ukraine,” and Mariia Heletiy, an expert on international security and conflict resolution.
By sharing knowledge and experiences, the workshop aimed to equip Ukraine with valuable insights and practical strategies to navigate the complexities of post-conflict recovery.