To strengthen kosovo 's resilience in the face of growing cyber threats and rapid digitalization

The Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs awarded Next Gen Networks - Rjeti I Gjenerates SE RE. (NGN) a $300,000 Project Grant under the AEECA/ESF PD Programs (CFDA 19.900) on October 1, 2025, with a completion date of October 1, 2027. This award supports initiatives to strengthen Kosovo's resilience against growing cyber threats and rapid digitalization by addressing the critical shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals. The funded activities focus on building capacity in information and communication technology (ICT) systems security across government agencies, energy utilities, telecom providers, and businesses in Kosovo.

The AEECA/ESF PD Programs provides civil society and democracy building public diplomacy initiatives throughout Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia. Under this award, NGN will deliver products and services designed to develop cybersecurity expertise and institutional capacity within Kosovo's critical infrastructure sectors, supporting the country's digital transformation while enhancing security posture. The 24-month performance period allows for comprehensive training, capacity building, and professional development activities to address the identified skills gap in the cybersecurity workforce.

As government agencies, energy utilities, telecom providers, and businesses increasingly rely on secure ICT systems, the shortage of skilled professionals PO