The City of Leskovac and Initiative for Development and Cooperation (IDC), the national partner for Serbia officially signed a partnership agreement as part of the Empowered – Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in the Western Balkans project, reinforcing their commitment to a more inclusive and equitable society.
Through this regional initiative, Leskovac becomes an active contributor to improving the rights, employability, and social inclusion of persons with disabilities (PwDs). The project, implemented in cooperation with ASB South East Europe and funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), delivers targeted support to local communities and strengthens cross-border cooperation.
Key Support Measures in Leskovac:
€103,400 in direct support for persons with disabilities
€70,000 allocated for two local inclusive projects, aimed at improving services and equipment for 150 PwDs
€17,000 invested in training and employment programs for at least 20 PwDs
The City of Leskovac is also a co-financer of this initiative, contributing €37,000 toward inclusive development and stronger community support structures.
This collaboration builds on years of successful partnership between Leskovac, ASB SEE, and IDC Serbia, previously focused on supporting Roma families, domestic violence survivors, and other vulnerable groups. Now, through Empowered, these efforts continue to evolve, bringing meaningful change and long-term impact. Together, we are creating a more inclusive and empowered Leskovac — one that leaves no one behind.