On 10 November 2026, the First Electoral Assembly of the Adult Learning and Education Network in Kosovo (ALE NK) was held at Hotel Sirius in Prishtina, with the participation of 14 representatives of ALE NK member institutions and organisations. The Assembly was organised by ALE NK Network, with the support of DVV International.
The Assembly aimed to further advance the work of the ALE NK Network through discussions and decisions concerning its governing structure, internal documents and the next steps in its development.
During the meeting, participants reviewed the progress made so far and the results achieved, particularly the official registration of the ALE NK Network as a local association.
One of the main items on the Assembly's agenda was the review of the final Statute of the ALE NK Network. During this process, participants discussed the provisions governing the Network's organisation and functioning, its purpose, scope of activities and the powers of the Assembly.
An important part of the proceedings was devoted to defining the governing structure of ALE NK. The Network's members unanimously decided that the Steering Board would consist of nine (9) members. Mr Bajrush Kosumi was elected Chair of the Steering Board, Ms Ryve Prekorogja was elected Executive Director, while Mr Granit Brajshori was appointed as the Network's legal representative.
As part of the discussions on making the Network fully operational, participants also addressed the need to develop and adopt internal regulations, in line with the Statute, to clearly define responsibilities and operational procedures.
DVV International is supporting ALE NK in the development of its Development Strategy, which will serve as a roadmap for the Network's development and functioning in the coming years.
It was agreed that the Development Strategy and Internal Regulations would be addressed at a joint workshop planned for December 2026. The importance of active engagement by member organisations in the Network's development and sustainability was also emphasised, through cooperation, the sharing of responsibilities, the establishment of partnerships and the identification of funding opportunities.
The First Electoral Assembly marks an important step towards the institutional consolidation of ALE NK and the establishment of the conditions necessary for its functioning as an independent organisation. The Network aims to strengthen cooperation among its member organisations and contribute to the development of Adult Learning and Education (ALE) and Lifelong Learning in Kosovo.