Features

Discrimination in the name of neutrality

With dreams of becoming a soldier, a teacher or a graphic designer, women in Kosovo have spoken out against the discrimination they have faced pursuing their careers while wearing a hijab, and the policies and social stigmas that continue to stand in their way.

A family denied

In Kosovo, people in same-sex relationships are still legally barred from marrying and starting a family. But for women like Diella and Myrvete, both of whom are in same-sex relationships, the state’s denial of their rights is no longer a situation they are willing to endure.

Wounds that don’t heal

After suffering injuries at work, many of Kosovo’s workers are left to cover expenses and deal with the long-term effects alone, with the absence of state protection leaving them at the mercy of their employers.

Between two fires

Kosovo’s firefighters say they are working in very difficult conditions, with the dangers of outdated safety equipment coupled with low salaries, confusion over institutional responsibility and a lack of health insurance coverage.

Prishtina Insight’s most read stories of 2019

In spite of a year dominated by heavy political events in Kosovo, our 10 most engaging features and commentaries tackle subjects as diverse as tattoo artists and satirists, memoirs and photo essays on the Kosovo war, as well as perspectives on the country’s women politicians and foreign policy.

Women for Women: Kosovo MPs Commit to Combating Gender-Based Violence

Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani addresses the assembly on November 21, 2024. Photo: Kosovo Presidency

President Osmani: Preserving Alliances and Constitutional Values Key to Kosovo’s Future

Painting featuring the message "Today and every other day. Don’t stay silent, report violence" displayed on electricity transformers across Kosovo, aiming to raise awareness and inspire action against gender-based violence. Photo: UN Women Kosovo.

“Today and Every Other Day”: Kosovo Launches 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

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