In 2025, the CEF proudly marks the 10th anniversary of its transition to an international organization, building on 14 successful years as a Slovenian foundation established in 2001. The milestone was…

As part of the National Bank of Moldova–Institutional Transformation into a Learning Organization (NBM LearnOrgLab) project, several colleagues from the National Bank of Moldova (NBM) shared insights from…

During the 2025 CEF Expert Development Program, Andreja Jerina, a distinguished expert in European affairs and public administration, experienced a profound shift in her approach to communication and leadership.…

At the invitation of the Ministry of Public Administration of North Macedonia, CEF Director Jana Repanšek joined as a speaker at the event marking the launch of the national training program for administrative…

Learning experiences can leave a lasting mark, shaping not only our skills but also our outlook on growth and collaboration. This story offers a glimpse into such a journey — a reflection on participating…

We are honoured to announce that in 2025 we welcomed five new Associate Fellows: Eugenio Anessi-Pessina, Natasha Ilijeva-Acevska, Tina Toman Pfajfar, Merdža Plahonjić Handalić, and Stéphane Gourdet. Their…

The following reflection, by Vahidin Nurshaba working in the Office of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo, captures his experiences and insights from the recent CEF workshop, “Coordinated Impact…

Young professionals in the Western Balkans often face limited opportunities, high unemployment, and political systems resistant to change. Today, the Bled Strategic Forum 2025 tackled this urgent issue…

We encourage participants to reflect on their experiences and share feedback on the impact of our learning opportunities. These reflections highlight not only the skills and knowledge gained but also the…

As autumn approaches, we are starting an exciting new learning season filled with opportunities to strengthen skills, share experiences, and foster regional cooperation. Our learning program this fall…