Micro-pilot for the Training of Trainers in Prishtina, Kosovo
Date: 13 March 2026
Place: Prishtina, Kosovo
On 13 March 2026, a RiseUp-WB micro-pilot session was successfully held in Prishtina, Kosovo, bringing together 10 participants, including youth workers and volunteers. The event was organized by OBOTI NGO as part of the project’s activities across the Western Balkans.
The training was delivered by two trainers who previously completed the RiseUp-WB Training of Trainers in Tirana, Albania, giving them the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a practical and engaging setting. Participants engaged in a dynamic set of practical activities, including:
- Creating a safe and inclusive space through registration and group agreements
- Exploring inclusion by identifying barriers in youth work
- Understanding the RiseUp approach through a concise methodology overview
- Turning ideas into action using the Simple Business Model Canvas
- Pitching ideas through short and engaging presentations
- Reflecting on skills with a Mini-CV exercise
- Sharing feedback to support learning and improvement
Key insights from the pilot highlighted that active group work and a positive atmosphere strongly support engagement. At the same time, more structured, step-by-step guidance is needed for concept-heavy topics such as inclusive youth work and volunteer management, while digital facilitation is most effective when demonstrated in practice.
Overall, the pilot provided valuable recommendations for future activities, including strengthening practical examples, improving pacing, and using clearer templates, especially for employability-focused sessions. These lessons will directly inform the next phase of the project, ensuring even more effective and impactful trainings ahead.
RiseUp-WB – Raising Innovation, Skills & Empowerment for Youth in the Western Balkans
Co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union
``My participation in the TOT training within the RiseUpWB project was a very valuable and inspiring experience. As a teacher and school principal from the Municipality of Berat, I had the opportunity to further develop my professional skills, especially in the areas of innovation and youth empowerment.
The training was well-organized, interactive, and created a collaborative environment that encouraged the exchange of ideas and best practices. I am very grateful for this experience and motivated to apply the knowledge gained in my community.``
``Recently, I had the opportunity to participate in a training course on youth entrepreneurship in the Balkans, representing my association, Musikart. One of the most enriching aspects was the international exchange: collaborating with peers from various nations allowed me to observe different, dynamic approaches to problem-solving, significantly broadening my perspective.
Lastly, this experience was a fantastic opportunity to discover Kosovo firsthand—a territory rich in potential, buzzing with energy, and driven by a contagious desire to grow``
``Participating in this Training of Trainers in Kosovo has been a truly enriching experience, both professionally and personally.
The workshops were highly interesting, practical, and engaging. Each session provided useful tools, real examples, and meaningful opportunities to exchange experiences with participants from different countries, which made the learning process even more inspiring.
I am leaving this experience with new skills, fresh ideas for future projects, and valuable international connections with people and organisations committed to youth work and non-formal education.``
``Being part of the Training of Trainers #2 in Prishtina was a genuinely enriching experience. The sessions covered everything from digital facilitation to volunteer coordination, but what stayed with me most was the energy of the group — people from different countries and backgrounds, all committed to making a real impact in their communities. I came back with practical tools, new perspectives, and connections I know will last beyond t
