19/06/2026
PIONEERING SOCIAL ENTERPRISES IN KOSOVO
From capacity building to enterprise formalization, CDSIP is becoming a concrete example of how community-driven innovation can generate lasting social and economic impact.
Through the Community-Driven Social Innovation Programme (CDSIP), we have helped create a structured and sustainable pathway for underrepresented groups to transform community needs into real social entrepreneurship initiatives.
Some of the key milestones achieved so far:
110 participants engaged through entrepreneurship and social enterprise training
5 general training sessions delivered
3 specialized workshops conducted for enterprise development
6 social enterprise ideas initially supported through the programme
5 social enterprises currently active in the formalization and licensing process, working in the areas of agro-products and handicrafts retail, natural cosmetics, environmental services and recycling, inclusive creative production, and elderly care services
2 social enterprises registered, licensed, and already supported through grant disbursement
2 additional requests currently under review by the Ministry committee
1 enterprise currently in the licensing application process
2 networking meetings organized to strengthen institutional dialogue and stakeholder support
Beyond the numbers, CDSIP has strengthened the capacities of beneficiaries, supported the formal establishment of social enterprises, encouraged cross-sector collaboration, and created new opportunities for women, youth, minority communities, and persons with disabilities to play an active role in inclusive local development.
We are proud of the progress achieved so far and grateful to all partners, institutions, experts, mentors, and beneficiary teams who have contributed to this journey.
A special thank you to LuxDev - Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency for its continued partnership; to Luxembourg Aid & Development for supporting inclusive and community-driven development; and to Project Manager Ms. Anila Kadiu Alaj for her unwavering support, thoughtful guidance, and highly valued engagement throughout this journey.
This activity is supported through the project “Support to Civil Society in Kosovo”, financed by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and implemented by LuxDev – the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency.
of the Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg in Pristina