Kosovo International Summer Academy

Testimonial

**“For me, one of the most memorable moments of the Kosovo International Summer Academy (KSA) was Dr. Fatmir Sejdiu’s lecture. His sincere narration and human-rights perspective transformed my understanding of Kosovo beyond anything I had previously studied.

Kosovo itself echoed that feeling — the landscapes felt unexpectedly familiar, while the people’s pride, music, and food were wonderfully new. KSA exceeded every expectation I had.

I left with valuable friendships, a deeper appreciation for the region, and the quiet feeling of having found a home far from home.”*

— Gala Maite Gómez Field (Peru)
BSc in Politics and International Relations, University of Bristol, UK.

May Kosovo continue to grow in peace, unity, and dignity, guided by the strength of its people and the dreams of its youth.

Forever proud. Forever free.
Happy Independence Day 🇽🇰 💙💛

🌍 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒚 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒊𝒕 𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒕?

The Kosovo International Summer Academy 2026 brings together future leaders to explore peacebuilding in post-conflict societies through diplomacy, leadership, and negotiations.

📅 Part I: 20–29 July 2026
📅 Part II: 10–19 August 2026 (one session only)
📍 Prishtina, Kosovo

🔹 Learn directly from experienced diplomats and experts
🔹 Practice negotiation through interactive simulations
🔹 Join a global community committed to change

🎓 Partial scholarships available.

👉 𝑨𝒑𝒑𝒍𝒚 𝒏𝒐𝒘: 𝒘𝒘𝒘.𝒂𝒄𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒎𝒚-𝒌𝒔.𝒐𝒓𝒈

🌍 𝑺𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓 𝑺𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒍 𝒐𝒏 𝑷𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒆𝒃𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 – 𝑨𝒑𝒑𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝑶𝒑𝒆𝒏!

Join the Kosovo International Summer Academy and explore
Peacebuilding in post-conflict areas: Diplomacy, Leadership & Negotiations.

📅 Part I: 20–29 July 2026
📅 Part II: 10–19 August 2026
📍 Prishtina, Kosovo

✅ 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀-𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 – Practical workshops, real-world case studies, and role-playing to sharpen your negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
✅ 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 – Connect with peers, mentors, and thought leaders from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
✅ 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁-𝗟𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 – Gain insights from renowned professionals in diplomacy, peacebuilding, and international relations.
✅ 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 – Develop the leadership skills needed to resolve conflicts and build lasting peace in your community and beyond.

👉 Apply NOW www.academy-ks.org

Be part of a transformative learning experience shaping future leaders in peace and diplomacy.

Testimonial

"To have been a part of the Kosovo International Summer Academy 2025 was such an enriching and memorable experience! The time spent learning about Kosovo, a country with a very recent post-conflict history, and tying it together with topics on negotiation, international law, and IR, was everything I hoped it to be. The balance of lectures and leisure time, as well as time to explore Prishtina, was incredible. Personally, I've not only gained valuable knowledge in topics that interest me, but due to the amount of social interactions, I've also been able to broaden my horizons with the opinions and experiences of others.
A huge thank you to the KSA team for making this wonderful experience possible!", Kimberly Locher, Germany.

✨ Happy New Year from the Kosovo International Summer Academy! ✨

As we welcome the new year, we look forward to new ideas, inspiring collaborations, and another summer of learning, creativity, and international exchange. Thank you for being part of our journey! 🌍📚

Cheers 🥂

Testimonial

"Kosovo International Summer Academy2025 was vibrant and full of memories! It included some of the most heartwarming and inspiring moments of both my academic and personal life. For 10 days, I was surrounded by knowledge, expertise and opportunity to welcome new insights, understandings and perspectives on Kosovo, the wider Balkan region and international relations. It was a truly humbling experience in the best way possible and it certainly won't be long until I return to Kosovo! I would recommend this programme to anyone interested in peace-building and transitional justice but also anyone looking for lifelong friendships with people from around the world in a warm, energetic and welcoming environment.", Senem Duman, History and International Relations student, King's College London, United Kingdom.

"When I joined Kosovo International Summer Academy 2025, I thought I already knew much about Kosovo because of my German-Kosovar background. Yet the ten days in Prishtina offered fresh insights. From state-building and diplomacy to cultural identity and EU integration, the program was incredibly informative. Most of all, it was the people — inspiring speakers, dedicated organizers, and peers from 20+ countries — who made this experience truly unforgettable.", Marc Konjuhi, Law (Bar Exam) including LL.B in Constitutional Law & European Law, Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf.

The German Ambassador to Kosovo, H.E. Jorn Rohde, is concluding his mandate in Kosovo.

Throughout his tenure, Ambassador Rohde has been a steadfast supporter of Kosovo and has honored us on several occasions as a guest speaker at the Kosovo International Summer Academy.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ambassador Rohde for his unwavering support and distinguished service in Kosovo.

Thank you, Ambassador Rohde. German Embassy Pristina 🇩🇪

Thank you for five wonderful years and don't forget to keep the ball rolling.

International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
📅 August 30

➡️ More than 1,500 people remain missing from the last war in Kosovo, leaving families in uncertainty and pain.
➡️ Each name represents a story, a life violently interrupted, and a family still waiting for answers.

Today, we remember, we honor, and we demand truth and justice for all victims of enforced disappearance.

✨ Graduation Ceremony ✨
Celebrating 55 brilliant participants from 27 countries across the globe 🌍🎓
The Kosovo International Summer Academy brought together inspiring minds, diverse cultures, and lifelong friendships – all united under one mission: learning, sharing, and growing together. 💡🤝