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PCD progress in Macedonia, micro-projects
In the PCD cycle 2007/2008, Macedonian Red Cross in cooperation with the Red Cross Branches Kisela Voda-Skopje, Debar and Delcevo, implemented the PCD programme in three vulnerable Roma communities.
As a result of the made assessment of the needs and the determined priorities of the communities, with the engagement of the PCD teams and the active involvement of the community members, the following activities were implemented.
In the community "Pustevski Endek" in Delcevo - paved access road - 265 m2 long; held workshops in the area of protection of the environment and infective diseases; established ecological patrol; two access gates for ill and paralyzed persons to their homes as well as reconstructed tap for drinking water.
In the community "Vakov" in Debar - opened educational and PC club, for organizing computer and crafts training courses where 40 persons attended computer training courses and 40 persons were trained for crafts (20 welders and 20 housepainters), as well as workshops in the area of health prevention and family planning.
Posted on 24 Aug 2008 by Ljupka
Gratitude to the Red Cross - another story from Debar, Macedonia
I grew up in a poor family. My wish was always to be able to help young generations. This are the words of Mr. Zija Iljazi, explaining his initiative to form a youth club in the community “Vakuv” in Debar.
(Full story from Read more link) Posted on 24 Aug 2008 by Ljupka
Case study from the community "Vakov" in Debar, Macedonia
 Armond Elmazi lives in Debar in the community "Vakov". He completed his elementary education in the primary school "Bratstvo Edinstvo" in Debar and as a result of the very bad financial situation of his family and the lack of interest to continue his studies he stopped his education. Although very young, he spent his time aimlessly on Debar streets together with his peers, waiting for some legwork just to earn some modest pocket money. His father left to Italy in order to find employment and in time to get his son there as well in the construction business. The photo shows Armond Elmazi on his new "working post" (Read what Armond says in from Read more link)
Posted on 24 Aug 2008 by Ljupka
Case study from PCD in Delcevo, Macedonia
Here is a case study of the Macedonian Red Cross in Delcevo, Macedonia. Actually it is a personal story, told by one of the PCD team members in the community, a reflection on the project. Enjoy! Download here. Posted on 20 Aug 2008 by Peter
A few photos from the micro-project in Kriva Palanka, Macedonia
Here are some photos from the micro-project with Roma children, implemented by the Macedonian Red Cross in Kriva Palanka. Check them here. 
Posted on 18 Sep 2007 by Peter
PRA training carried on in Debar, Macedonia, 2 others follow
The Macedonian Red Cross has started the new PCD round by organizing a PRA training in Debar from 19 to 21.07.2007. Because of the extreme heat, the agenda of the workshop was organized in two sessions - morning (until 12.00) and late afternoon session, starting from 17.00 until late evening. Despite these difficulties, having a workshop in a room without air conditioner, the participants remained enthusiastic and the workshop was successful.
From 26.07 until 28.07 the PRA training will be carried on in the community in Delcevo and in the next week a PRA training in Kisela Voda will take place.
Posted on 26 Jul 2007 by Peter
Macedonian RC about to start the new PCD round
The Macedonian Red Cross has selected three local RC branches for the implementation of the next round of PCD. A meeting with branch secretaries was held on 12.06 to present the PCD concept and to distribute the PCD materials. Local PCD coordinators were appointed by the branches. Preparation for PRA trainings is ongoing.
Posted on 28 Jun 2007 by Peter
Micro-project started in May 2007 in Bitola, Macedonia
Micro-project in Bitola, Macedonia, community "Bair" started in May 2007. In includes elaboration of a sports playground for children and youth. Here is the PCD team.  Posted on 26 Jun 2007 by Peter
Micro-project "Let's invest in youth started in May 2007 in Gostivar, Macedonia
The micro-project in Gostivar, Macedonia, community "Balindolska" started in May 2007.
The opbjective is to establish a youth education center.
The title of the micro-project is "Let's invest in youth".
Posted on 26 Jun 2007 by Peter
"Basis for a better tomorrow" micro-project started in Kriva Palanka, Macedonia.
Micro-project in Kriva Palanka, Macedonia, community "Edinstvo" started in May 2007. Read more to see two more photos.  Posted on 26 Jun 2007 by Peter
Reports from Macedonian RC branches in Kriva Palanka, Bitola and Gostivar
The Macedonian Red Cross branch in Kriva Palanka, Bitola and Gostivar have translated to English the reports on the PRA training, the Large Group Workshop and the situational analysis results. Download from the Macedonia section of the website.The microprojects of the Macedonian RC branches are elaborated already and are being implemented. Posted on 14 May 2007 by Peter
Large Group Workshop in Bitola, Macedonia
The Large Group Workshop in the community "Bair" in Bitola, Macedonia
has ended the needs assessment stage for the PCD projects in all three
communities in Macedonia. The focus and decision of the vulnerable
community in Bitola is on youth activities.
Posted on 29 Mar 2007 by Peter
LGW in Kriva Palanka, Macedonia
A successful Large Group Workshop was carried on in Kriva Palanka, Macedonia on 20.03.2007. The community focused on youth and education.
Posted on 28 Mar 2007 by Peter
Successful Large Group Workshop in Gostivar, Macedonia
On 10.03.2007, a successful Large Group Workshop was carried in Gostivar, Macedonia with representatives of the Roma community, 3 Roma NGO's, people from various authorities and institutions, the Mayor and 3 people from the PCD team functioning in Macedonian Red Cross. Facilitated by Ljupka Petkovska, Head of Social Dept. of MRC, and two more PCD team members for more then 4 hours, the people discussed the life and needs in their community, the results of the Participatory Rapid Appraisal, presented by the local RC branch, and gave their views on the situation. The needs were prioritized by the community members, though some problems found solutions immediately, such as the Mayor pledge to place "laying policemen" on the street where children often get injured by the cars, due to lack of walksides. One of the local Roma NGO's together with the institutions are already running qualification courses, and can respond to those needs, vital for employment. Similar is the situation of Roma language classes that can be organized in the schools as curriculum is available. Youth requested lessons on foreign languages and computers, which is likely to be the micro-project supported by the Macedonian RC. Photos here.
Posted on 19 Mar 2007 by Peter
Fieldwork in Kriva Palanka, Macedonia
The fieldwork through interviews is ongoing in the community Edinstvo, Kriva Palanka, Macedonia. Find some photos from the community of Kriva Palanka here.  Posted on 06 Mar 2007 by Peter
Fieldwork in Gostivar, Macedonia
The fieldwork has continued in February and March 2007 in Gostivar, Macedonia, community "Edinstvo". See more photos here.  Posted on 03 Mar 2007 by Peter
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