15 changemakers from 100 nominations were honored at the Volunteer of the Year Awards Ceremony, demonstrating the active citizenship in Kosovo.
The Volunteerism of the Year Awards is a new initiative implemented by our partner TOKA—with the support of 50 stakeholders from local and international communities—aiming to recognize, promote, and expand participation in volunteerism.
At this year’s ceremony, 8 winners and 7 honorable mentions were awarded for their u contributions in the following categories:
- The Most Courageous Volunteer of the Year – awarded to Gazmend Hasani, with Honorable Mentions for Filloreta Hoti and Vali Ibrahimi.
- The Most Creative Volunteer of the Year – awarded to Dion Istrefi, with an Honorable Mention for Kimete Arifaj.
- Volunteer of the Year – awarded to Violë Maksuti, with Honorable Mentions for Rea Gojani and Eronita Krasniqi.
- The Most Supportive Business of the Year – awarded to Kutia, with an Honorable Mention recognition for Meridian Express.
- The Most Supportive Municipality of the Year – awarded to the Municipality of Hani i Elezit.
- The Most Supportive Diaspora Ambassador of the Year – awarded to Bujar Neziri.
- The Most Supportive Public Figure of the Year – awarded to Donika Shahini-Lami, with an Honorable Mention for Pajtim Husaj.
Together, in a room filled with 175 community leaders, TOKA celebrated and acknowledged the tireless dedication and efforts of individuals committed to the improvement and development of their communities.
Among them were young volunteers, representatives from international and local institutions, business owners, diaspora members, and public figures.