The alumni network includes over 2,000 men and women who have taken part in one of BFPE’s political education programs and come from various segments of political and public life.

Among our alumni are current and former speakers of parliaments and members of parliament, ministers, state secretaries, assistant and deputy ministers, senior officials of political parties, mayors, municipal presidents, as well as leaders of civil society organizations, the media, and business.

BFPE alumni take part in our events as participants, panelists, trainers, moderators, and facilitators. They also propose topics, help design new activity formats, assist in creating and organizing various local events, and form the strongest network of supporters and promoters of BFPE’s work.

Traditionally, BFPE also organizes alumni events aimed at providing very specific knowledge and skills in particular fields, as well as strengthening the network itself and enabling networking across different generations of alumni.

BFPE Alumni Programs

Annual Seminar

Our most prestigious and oldest educational program.

Youth 4 Inclusion, Equality & Trust

As part of this initiative, BFPE organizes seminars for young people aged 18 to 30 who are active in political parties, civil society organizations, or their communities.

Regional Academy for Democracy

A unique initiative in the Western Balkans, implemented by seven civil society organizations—members of the Network of Schools of Political Studies operating under the auspices of the Council of Europe.

Dialogue for the Future

The project strengthened trust in the region by fostering dialogue, providing policy and action recommendations on shared priorities, and promoting social cohesion and intercultural understanding.

Number of participants in BFPE’s various programs

514

Annual Seminar

70

Dialogue for the Future

150

Regional Academy for Democracy

53

Youth 4 Inclusion, Equality & Trust

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