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 ⬇

Day 1 of #nZEB Days in Chisinau Bringing together policymakers, private sector leaders, urbanism and architecture students, and top experts from Moldova and Romania, today’s discussions focused on adopting and implementing the Nearly Zero Energy Building (nZEB) standard. Key topics included: - Moldova's policy progress and EC commitments, - Business funding opportunities, and - Lessons from Romania’s experience with nZEB implementation. 💡 Insight of the day from Horia Petran: “Do things that you have to do on time and when they need to be done.” Excited for more inspiring conversations ahead! RECONOMY #nzeb #greenbuilding Vica Diavor ZEBRO

🌱 📈 Sustainable Success: Swedish Know-How in Trade and Aid 🟠 Mkrtich Ayvazyan, Chairman of the Strategic Development Agency NGO, participated in a forum on environmental sustainability, competitiveness, and market access organized by the Embassy of Sweden in Yerevan on November 19. In his opening remarks, H.E. Patrick Svensson, Ambassador of Sweden to Armenia, highlighted Sweden’s dedication to fostering partnerships with Armenia and expanding development cooperation. The forum brought together over 80 participants, including business leaders, government representatives, and development experts, to explore how sustainability can drive economic growth and enhance trade competitiveness. During a panel discussion titled “Sweden’s Partnerships for Sustainable Development: Sustainability and Export-Readiness,” Mkrtich Ayvazyan shared the Strategic Development Agency NGO’s longstanding collaboration with Swedish partners. He also discussed the organization’s contributions to sustainable economic development, particularly through RECONOMY’s “Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness” and other ongoing projects. “Operating in more than 200 communities across Armenia since 2002, the SDA’s mission has remained unchanged: to bring positive change to people’s real lives,” emphasized Mkrtich Ayvazyan. 🤝 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 Strategic Development Agency NGO and others in the Eastern Partnership and the Western Balkan regions.

As we reflect on this month's 🌍🚛🪴 #WorldSustainableTransportDay, we are reminded of the essential role sustainable transportation plays in both economic and environmental sustainability. #RECONOMY's "Navigating the Road Ahead" project with Volvo Group is a prime example of our commitment to this cause, demonstrating how sustainable transport solutions can drive inclusive economic development while protecting our planet. 🔗 Explore how this project will create impact in the Western Balkans. ⬇️ 🔔 Additionally, we are excited to invite companies within the heavy-duty transport industry to participate in our upcoming roundtable discussions, organized in partnership with Volvo Group. These discussions aim to explore industry challenges and perspectives, enhancing collaboration and innovation. For more information, follow us!

😎 We are proud of the reach our cycling route has in the media from all around the world. After more than 140 articles in various newspapers, magazines and blogs, a new article was published in BBC this week. The author, a solo female cyclist 🚴♀️, beautifully describes the essence of the cycling route, which helps you to getting to know the nature - AND people - in eight countries in the region. Please, read it yourself 👇 #transdinarica #bbc #cycling #sustainabletourism #slowtravel USAID RECONOMY GIZ Albania Slovenian Tourist Board

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