MAKS FORUM – Cultural cross-border exchange initiative

Key Activity: Estabilishment of LCH Forums; Regional cooperation; Restoration.

Partners: Balkan Pro Europe, North Macedonia

Main Beneficiaries: Members of the 6 Local Cultural Heritage Forums; Local governments and cultural departments; Communities in the respective municipalities; Young people and students; Tourists and visitors

Timeline: 2018 – 2020 

Funding: European Union

Location: Kosove: Municipality of Vitia, Municipality of Hani i Elezit, Municipality of Kamenica;
North Macedonia: Municipality of Tearce,Municipality of Gazi Baba, Municipality of Kumanovo.

Main Project Objectives

  • To create conditions for inclusive engagement of institutional and CSO representatives, through the establishment of Local Cultural Heritage Forums (LCHF) in partner municipalities the cross-border region
  • To encourage communication, increase trust and urge people to people initiatives in the cross-border region by supporting joint actions in the area of cultural and natural heritage protection and promotion.

Main Project Outcomes

  • Establishment and functionalizing of Local Cultural Heritage Forums in 6 respective municipalities from cross-border region
  • Enhanced communication, cooperation and capacities of 6 Local Cultural Heritage Forums through joint efforts of cross-border partnerships
  • Implemented 6 community oriented projects for rehabilitation of cultural heritage and awareness on environment protection

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