At the Faculty of Pedagogy of the University of Tetova, the activities of the student project “Promotion of Safe School Environment” were successfully concluded. The project was funded by Pestalozzi and implemented in partnership with the Macedonian Civic Education Center (MCEC).
The event opened with a welcoming address by the Dean of the Faculty of Pedagogy, Prof. Dr. Lulzim Mehmedi, who emphasized the importance of both institutional and student engagement in addressing issues of social significance.
In his speech, the Dean highlighted that the project promoting safe school environments represents a good example of students’ active involvement in preventing violence and in building a culture of dialogue, tolerance, and understanding in schools.
He expressed special gratitude to the Macedonian Center for Civic Education and its Director, Mr. Besnik Ramadani, for the ongoing cooperation and the successful implementation of joint activities, emphasizing that the project has brought concrete benefits to the Faculty of Education in terms of improving working and study conditions.
Following the activity, it was held a panel discussion on the topic: “Our Voice Against Violence – Education, Empathy, and Action”, where the panelists Prof. Dr. Ardita Ceka, Hana Xhaferi, and Hafsa Ibishi shared experiences, professional viewpoints, and recommendations on the role of education, teachers, and institutions in creating safe, inclusive, and violence-free school environments. The discussions highlighted the importance of civic education, empathy, and the active involvement of pupils and students in preventive processes.
The activity concluded with an open dialogue with the participants, during which professors and students of the Faculty of Pedagogy had the opportunity to ask questions, share opinions, and discuss the challenges and opportunities for strengthening safety and well-being in educational environments.
The event was evaluated as an activity of particular academic and social importance, confirming the commitment of the Faculty of Pedagogy to promoting human values, dialogue, and civic responsibility in education.
