On 22 February, the Kosovo Women’s Network (KWN) visited the Municipality of Dragash to congratulate Mrs. Arijeta Skeraj for her new position as the Chairperson of the Municipal Assembly. 

The KWN Executive Director, Igballe Rogova congratulated Mrs. Skeraj for her position, stating among other things that “Dragash has become an example of gender equality and equal opportunities between women and men, and this brings us great joy”. 

On the other hand, Mrs. Skeraj recalled the invaluable support she has received from KWN through the Gender Equality Lobby meetings, a KWN initiative to unite women in politics and activists to push forward local initiatives towards gender equality.

Furthermore, Mrs.  Skeraj recalled that it was precisely the encouraging words of Ms.  Rogova that motivated her to continue her political journey.  The Gender Equality Officer in the Municipality of Dragash, Mrs.  Lindita Piraj, was also present in the meeting, who also thanked Ms. Rogova for the work and contribution she has given to the Municipality of Dragash, adding “The meetings you have held have helped us, the women of Dragash, to become part of the changes in society, to learn from women and increase solidarity among us women, regardless of which political party we belong to”. 

For this support, the Chairperson of the Assembly and the female assembly members of the Municipal Assembly of Dragash shared a gift as a token of appreciation for KWN.  

After the meeting with the Chairperson of the Municipal Assembly and the female assembly members, the KWN representatives were welcomed by the Mayor, Mr. Bexhet Xheladini, in his office, who also thanked KWN and specifically Ms. Rogova for the contribution she has made over the years to advance the position of women in Dragash.

Mayor Xheladini presented an Appreciation to Ms. Rogova for her contribution. “We are grateful for the contribution you have made in advancing the position of women in Dragash and for the contribution you have made to the female assembly members. Therefore,