UNMIK
United Nations Mission in Kosovo
UNMIK
United Nations Mission in Kosovo
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Advancing Rights, Justice, and Action for All Women and Girls

Marking International Women’s Day (IWD) 2026, UNMIK & UN Women Kosovo convened women’s rights civil society organizations from across Kosovo for a roundtable discussion with SRSG Peter Due. Under the theme ‘Access to Justice as the Foundation of Peace and Inclusion in Kosovo,’ participants reflected on the challenges women face in seeking justice and realizing their rights, while underscoring their leadership experiences in promoting equality and…

Our Mission

UNMIK works to promote peace, security, stability, and respect for human rights in Kosovo and the region.

UNMIK was established in 1999 as an interim administration, pursuant to Security Council resolution 1244 (1999). The present-day priorities of the Mission remain to promote peace, security, stability, and respect for human rights in Kosovo and the region.

The Mission strives to achieve its strategic objectives by promoting intercommunity trust-building; providing support in the areas of human rights and rule of law; fulfilling its coordination and facilitation roles; advancing the peace and security agendas related to women and youth; and supporting progress towards the normalization of relations between Belgrade and Pristina through the EU-facilitated dialogue.

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From Skills to Sales: The Story Behind “721 Villages”
In the heart of Pristina, a transformative initiative is opening new doors for women across Kosovo, enabling them to turn their skills into sources of income. Supported by UNMIK and spearheaded by Sanija Murati, founder of…

United Nations Mission in Kosovo

The United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) was established by the Security Council in its resolution 1244 (1999). In accordance with its mandate, the Mission helps to ensure conditions for a peaceful life for all inhabitants of Kosovo.