General Information

The Institute for Leadership and Public Policy (ILPP) is committed to advancing inclusive, evidence-based policymaking that empowers women and youth and strengthens democratic participation among these groups of citizens. Through training, leadership development, and advocacy, ILPP works to improve gender equality, civic participation, and socio-economic inclusion. ILPP collaborates with local, national, and international actors, and is actively engaged across all 9 municipalities of the Polog region.

The Association Institute for Leadership and Public Policy is a non-governmental organization operating in Tetovo and Polog region, North Macedonia. The territory of North Macedonia consists of 80 municipalities grouped into eight statistical regions. Municipalities of North Macedonia are organized into executive sections (administration) and the decision-making body/municipal council. The Institute mostly operates in the Polog region, which involves a total number of nine municipalities (Bogovinje, Brvenica, Gostivar, Jegunovce, Mavrovo I Rostusa, Tearce, Tetovo, Vrapciste, and Zelino. The Institute’s mission is to empower young people and women in the Polog region by providing inclusive opportunities for active community participation. Through skill-building courses, leadership development, and knowledge enhancement, we aim to reduce youth unemployment and promote women’s involvement in political and public life. Our initiatives foster an inclusive and equal society, contributing to the country’s EU accession goals. Additionally, our mission is to support local institutions and stakeholders by providing credible research and actionable policy recommendations that address the needs and challenges of our target groups.

The Institute is committed to identifying problems and building initiatives based on society’s needs. The Institute’s team consists of people who strongly believe in the Institute’s mission and vision, but also who take initiatives in improving the local community. There are things in our community that need upgrading and enhancing, so due to this, the Institute always tends to work towards improving life in the public sphere. We believe that by commitment, perseverance, and dedication, we can slowly ease these difficulties. ILPP stands for an organization that brings changes and has the spirit of improvement through the power of trust-worthy alliances and coalitions. By building strong networks with relevant community individuals and partners, local institutions and organizations, businesses, educational institutions, ILPP works toward greater societal development and a community of engaged, dedicated citizens who take part in community life and become drivers of change!

The team of the ILPP are experienced staff with decades of experience, through their commitment to gaining the trust of supporters such as the Embassies of the UK and the US in North Macedonia, the Embassy of the Netherlands in North Macedonia, as well as relevant community stakeholders in the country. Currently, the number of volunteers has reached up to 20 people.