RECONOMY

#RECONOMY is an inclusive and green economic development program of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), implemented by Helvetas in the Eastern Partnership and the Western Balkan countries. For more about RECONOMY, watch the video ⬇

Eight months, seven pitches, and one winning team later! 👏 The jury had a tough decision because every team amazed us with their creativity, thoughtful approaches, innovative ideas, and solutions in creating a video game! A huge thank you to those who made this program possible: RECONOMY 3Lateral Epic Games Center for the Promotion of Science and to our mentors who guided the fourth generation of Playing Narratives participants through this incredible journey! 📸 Check out all the photos on the SGA Flickr account!

Are you part of a company in the heavy-duty vehicle industry in #NorthMacedonia? Then this is for you! 🚛 Join us for a roundtable discussion, part of #RECONOMY’s collaboration with the Volvo Group, where we’ll dive into the challenges and opportunities your industry faces. This isn’t just a discussion; it’s your chance to connect, share experiences, and explore avenues for cooperation with educational institutions. For more information ⬇️

The theme of this year’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence — “Recommitment, Accountability, Resourcing Towards Beijing +30: Unite to End Violence Against Women and Girls” — serves as both a rallying cry and a challenge. ⚡️💪 🟠 Join the 16 Days Campaign! We’re inviting you to be part of this important global initiative starting today by joining the campaign and using the specific hashtags #RECONOMYforEquality #OrangeTheWorld #NoExcuse! Violence against women and girls remains the most prevalent and pervasive human rights violation in the world. As drivers of economic and societal change, the private sector enterprises have an indispensable role to play in this mission. Read the piece by our own Gender and Social Inclusion Manager, Nataliia Koshovska ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/d7T_GN2W

The shift2games platform is soon expanding to four languages! In addition to Serbian/BHS, we’re launching versions in Macedonian, Albanian, and English! Join us in Skopje for the official (re)launch with networking opportunities and inspiring talks! 💃 RECONOMY 3Lateral Epic Games Macedonian Games Industry 42.mk - Base42 Center for the Promotion of Science

💡 Join an Online Roundtable: AI’s Impact on Women in Eastern Europe StrategEast is excited to invite you to our upcoming online roundtable discussion on AI’s Impact on Women – Ethics, Vulnerabilities, and Bias, scheduled for November 27th at 1 pm EET! This event is part of the AI Policy Dialogue initiative, supported by RECONOMY, and brings together thought leaders and organizations shaping the future of AI. Speakers include representatives from the Moldovan Association of ICT Companies (ATIC), Tekwill BTU • Business and Technology University, the Committee on AI at the Council of Europe, Women Go Tech, communities of women in AI, and more.  Click here to register and secure your spot for the roundtable: https://lnkd.in/gHSbezqF Key Focus Areas: 📌 Ethical considerations in AI: Addressing privacy, safety, and inclusivity. 📌 Workforce transformation and women’s participation in tech 📌 AI as a tool for empowerment and leadership opportunities 📌 Inspiring the next generation of women leaders in STEM. This session will explore how AI impacts women across Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia, and Armenia, focusing on actionable insights and strategies to advance gender-sensitive AI policies and inclusivity in the region. Don’t miss the chance to engage with experts and share your perspective! Ana CHIRITA Hanna Myshko Nataliia Petrova Irina Stamatović Jarūnė Preikšaitė Veronica Cretu Nino Enukidze Kateryna Stetsiuk Natia Sirbiladze Yuliia Malich #RECONOMY #Helvetas #Sida #AIPolicyDialogue #EthicalAI #digitaleconomy #digitaltransformation #WomenInTech #WomenInAI

The theme of this year’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence — “Recommitment, Accountability, Resourcing Towards Beijing +30: Unite to End Violence Against Women and Girls” — serves as both a rallying cry and a challenge. ⚡️💪 🟠 Join the 16 Days Campaign! We’re inviting you to be part of this important global initiative starting today by joining the campaign and using the specific hashtags #RECONOMYforEquality #OrangeTheWorld #NoExcuse! Violence against women and girls remains the most prevalent and pervasive human rights violation in the world. As drivers of economic and societal change, the private sector enterprises have an indispensable role to play in this mission. Read the piece by our own Gender and Social Inclusion Manager, Nataliia Koshovska ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/d7T_GN2W

Say goodbye to hiring headaches. With Talentslink, find the perfect fit faster, smarter, and easier. 🚀 🤝 Let us help you build your dream team! 💌 For more information, contact our team at info@talentslink.org * TalentsLink is supported by RECONOMY. RECONOMY is an inclusive and green economic development program of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency Sida, implemented by Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation in partnership with Help – Hilfe zur Selbsthilfe e. V. and others in the Eastern Partnership and the Western Balkan countries. @sidasweden @swedeninalbania @helvetas_ch @helpinalbania @helpfromgermany @imaalbania @reconomy.program #TalentAcquisitionAlbania #HiringInAlbania #AlbanianTalent #RecruitmentAlbania #TopTalentAlbania #AlbaniaJobs #AlbanianRecruitment #WorkInAlbania #AlbaniaHiring #TalentInAlbania #AlbanianProfessionals #JobsInAlbania #AlbaniaWorkforce #AlbaniaCareers #AlbaniaHR #GreenSkills #TalentsLink #Sustainability #IMAA #reconomy #helphilfezurselbsthilfe #helpinalbania #women #youth #development #jobs #skills #sida #employmentopportunities #UnlockPotential #talentslink

♻ 💵 The journey to a net-zero economy starts with empowering small and medium-sized enterprises to adapt, innovate and thrive. How can this goal become a reality in the Western Balkans? Yesterday Helvetas joined the Government of Montenegro in co-hosting a #COP29 side event on this topic: "Transition in the Western Balkans: Empowering SMEs for a Net-Zero Economy." See the International Institute for Sustainable Development's Earth Negotiations Bulletin, which provides in-depth coverage of panelists' perspectives on how to build the right ecosystem for businesses — and the climate — to thrive 👉 https://lnkd.in/gaEPZhYH Dragana Radulovic Teodora Obradovikj Grncharovska Milena Rmus Nayoka Martinez-Bäckström Nenad Vitomirović Lollo Darin Tamara Brajovic Sabin Selimi RECONOMY Anastasia Bekish Christina Aebischer Md. Abul Basar Matthias Herr Elene Tkhlashidze 📸: IISD/ENB | Angeles Estrada Vigil

🌟 WBSA & ESNA! 🇪🇺🚀 We’re excited to share that the Western Balkan Startup Alliance (WBSA) is represented in ESNA - Europe Startup Nations Alliance through our cofounder, Nina Nikolich! Last year, Nina was invited to join the BoA of ESNA and last week together with 25 brilliant minds from across Europe’s startup ecosystem they gathered in Lisbon for the second in person ESNA Advisory Board meeting. Together with venture capitalists, founders, academics, and policymakers, the group is driving a bold vision for a united, innovative, and competitive European tech ecosystem. 🔍 Key Topics on the Table 1️⃣ Startup Taxonomy 🎯 Defining terms like “startup,” “scale-up,” and “deep tech” may sound mundane, but these unified definitions are vital. They allow policymakers to design targeted laws and allocate resources effectively, ensuring maximum impact. 2️⃣ Market Data 📊 How many startups does Europe have? What’s their economic contribution? ESNA is creating a comprehensive data platform to provide insights into Europe’s tech landscape, ensuring better decisions and more informed strategies. 3️⃣ Regulation vs. Innovation 🤖 We tackled the balance between protecting citizens with regulations like the AI Act and fostering innovation by supporting startups to create groundbreaking tech in Europe. Finding this harmony is key to driving progress without stifling creativity. 🌍 Why This Matters Europe stands at a crossroads, with a unique opportunity to position itself as a global leader in tech and innovation. By uniting policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, and community builders, ESNA is building a cohesive European startup ecosystem that empowers bold ideas and fosters collaboration across borders. For the WBSA, it’s a privilege to have our voice heard in shaping this future, ensuring the Western Balkans play a pivotal role in Europe’s tech story. 💡 Here’s to creating the best playing field for innovation in Europe, together. #WBSA #ESNA #StartupNation #EuropeStartups #Innovation #WesternBalkans #TechLeadership #UnitedEurope #Reconomy Special thanks to the ESNA team for organizing this and to RECONOMY for supporting WBSA