The Foundation House

As we close the year, we are proud to present the final report of "Reshaping the Future: Kosovo Women on the Front Line of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity," a project implemented by The Foundation House (formerly IPKO Foundation) and Women in Tech Kosovo, with the support of the Embassy of the Netherlands in Kosovo.🙌🏻 This report is a powerful reflection of the project’s impact and a roadmap for the future. It highlights the challenges women face in AI and cybersecurity, the transformative effects of targeted training and education, and the urgent need for systemic changes to foster a more inclusive and secure digital environment. The findings in this report are a call to action for policymakers, educators, and leaders in technology to take bold steps toward building a digital future that includes everyone. It is available in Albanian, English, and Serbian, ensuring accessibility for all. Explore the full report here: https://lnkd.in/d_-Prp-3 Thank you to our partners, trainers, and the remarkable women who made this project a success.👏🏻

Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas from all of us at The Foundation House! ✨🎄 This season, we’re reminded of the power of love, unity, and compassion to build stronger, more inclusive communities. Thank you for your support and belief in our mission. Wishing you and your loved ones a holiday filled with warmth and joy! 💙

🎙 Adelina Qarri, our Senior Program Manager, shared with Klan Kosova the heart of our rebranding journey and the transformative work we do at The Foundation House Through technology, green energy, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, we empower over 5,000 young people annually, equipping them with skills for the future while fostering safe and innovative use of technology. Adelina highlighted the inspiring growth in young women pursuing STEM, a testament to our commitment to inclusivity and empowerment. Our mission is clear: to prepare every young person—girls and boys alike—with the tools they need to thrive in tomorrow’s job market. This journey is not just about redefining who we are but reaffirming why we do what we do—to inspire, educate, and make a lasting impact Tune in to hear the full interview: https://lnkd.in/dJDN3j4u 

Are you ready to drive sustainable impact and innovation? The Foundation House is looking for a strategic Finance Manager to lead our financial operations, ensuring resources are optimized to support transformative projects across Kosovo. 🗓 Application Deadline: January 10 2025, at midnight (00:00) 📧 Apply Today: Send your CV and Cover Letter to info@thefoundationhouse.org with the subject line Finance Manager Application – [Your Name]. The Foundation House is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Join us in shaping Kosovo’s future through financial leadership! 👉🏻For more information visit the link: https://shorturl.at/rl0yJ

Spreading holiday cheer 🎄✨ 

Meet Bardh Rushiti, one of our inspiring beneficiaries at The House of Foundation! Together with Bardh, we proudly laid the foundation for Kosovo’s very first AI Kosovo. But our journey doesn’t stop there—we’re committed to strengthening this community, making it even more inclusive and representative. Tune in to hear Bardh’s story and discover how our initiatives are driving the growth of AI in Kosovo!

EmpowerHer Update: The Journey Continues! We’re thrilled to share the incredible response to the EmpowerHer Scholarship Program! A remarkable 644 young women from across Kosovo have applied, showcasing the immense talent, ambition, and potential within our communities. 💡 Our scholarship committee is now hard at work carefully reviewing each application. As part of our commitment to inclusion, priority will be given to applicants from rural areas, marginalized groups, and those facing financial challenges. 📢 What’s next? Once the selection process is complete, we’ll personally reach out to all successful candidates. We’ll also proudly announce the recipients on our official social media platforms. 🌟 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who applied and to our incredible supporters who believe in this mission. Stay tuned—this is just the beginning of an amazing journey! 🚀

🌟Empowering Girls, Shaping the Future! We’re excited to share an inspiring feature about our EmpowerHer! initiative, highlighted on Giving Balkans.Through this ongoing program, we’re breaking barriers for girls in rural areas by creating access to STEM education and opportunities they’ve long deserved. As our Senior Program Manager Adelina Qarri Hoxha beautifully expressed in the interview: “EmpowerHer! is more than just education; it’s about giving girls the tools to reimagine their future and know they can achieve anything.” 💪💻 Discover how we’re making a difference by partnering with communities, companies, and changemakers. 👉 Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/dRmEkYtZ — 🌟Fuqizimi i Vajzave, Formësimi i së Ardhmes! Jemi të lumtur të ndajmë një artikull frymëzues mbi iniciativën tonë EmpowerHer!, e cila është theksuar në Giving Balkans. Përmes këtij programi të vazhdueshëm, ne po thyejmë barrierat për vajzat në zonat rurale duke krijuar qasje në arsimimin STEM dhe mundësi që ato i kanë merituar prej kohësh. Siç e shprehu bukur Menaxherja jonë e Lartë e Programit, Adelina Qarri, gjatë intervistës: “EmpowerHer! nuk është vetëm edukim; është për t’u dhënë vajzave mjetet për të rimenduar të ardhmen e tyre dhe për të kuptuar se mund të arrijnë gjithçka.” 💪💻 Zbuloni se si po bëjmë ndryshimin duke bashkëpunuar me komunitetet, kompanitë dhe aktorët e ndryshimit. 👉 Lexoni intervistën e plotë këtu: https://lnkd.in/dGPsb8h5

We design our projects to ensure inclusivity for everyone, embracing all backgrounds and experiences

📸 These moments were captured during our activities in Prishtina and Gjilan as part of the 3-day training under the Uniting Against Gender-Based Violence project by the Foundation House (formerly IPKO Foundation) in collaboration with UN Women. On the third day, the trainer and participants took to the streets to place stickers with the message “Report Domestic Violence,” distributing them in public spaces and businesses with high foot traffic. On this International Human Rights Day, we are reminded that everyone has the right to live free from violence and fear. Let’s work together to build a society that promotes equality, safety, and dignity for all! 🤝✨ This initiative is part of the Foundation House project, implemented in collaboration with UN Women, “Addressing the Impacts of Gender-Based Violence in Kosovo and Empowering Survivors to Overcome Stigma and Speak Out,” supported by the British Embassy in Pristina. —— 📸 Këto momente janë kapur gjatë aktiviteteve tona në Prishtinë dhe Gjilan si pjesë e trajnimit 3-ditor, si pjesë e projektit Uniting Against Gender-Based Violence, i organizuar nga Foundation House (më parë IPKO Foundation) në bashkëpunim me UN Women. Në ditën e tretë, trajneri dhe pjesëmarrësit dolën në qytet për të vendosur stikera me mesazhin “Raporto dhunën në familje”, duke i shpërndarë në hapësira publike dhe biznese me frekuentim të lartë. Në këtë Ditë Ndërkombëtare të të Drejtave të Njeriut, rikujtojmë se çdo person ka të drejtën të jetojë pa dhunë dhe frikë. Le të punojmë së bashku për të ndërtuar një shoqëri që promovon barazi, siguri dhe dinjitet për të gjithë! 🤝✨ Kjo nismë është pjesë e projektit të Foundation House, në bashkëpunim me UN Women, “Addressing the Impacts of Gender-Based Violence in Kosovo and Empowering Survivors to Overcome Stigma and Speak Out,” mbështetur nga Ambasada Britanike në Prishtinë.