Publications
War crimes proceedings in Serbia (2003-2014)
Publishing date: 26 October 2015
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Rule of law
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
An analysis of the OSCE Mission to Serbia's monitoring results. The present report was created in the framework of the EU funded Support to Monitoring of National War Crimes Trials project. The findings contained in the report are based on the analysis of a large volume of data collected through monitoring of war crimes proceedings held in Serbia between 2003 and 2014.
Main Hearing and Trial in Reasonable Time
Publishing date: 1 July 2015
Content type: Periodical / journal / magazine
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Rule of law
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The collection of papers, edited by the Mission to Serbia, is covering topics such as the main hearing, presentation of evidence during the main hearing, cross examination and presentation of evidence, as well as the role of the main hearing in conducting a trial within reasonable time. The authors are judicial experts from throughout the region. The publication, printed in 2015, aims at focusing the attention on different comparative law solutions and experiences in conducting the criminal proceedings in adversarial systems. This is the fourth publication edited by the OSCE Mission to Serbia, on criminal procedure reform in the region. Not available in English.
Assessment of Substandard Roma Settlements in 21 Municipalities in Serbia
Publishing date: 4 June 2015
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Roma and Sinti, Tolerance and non-discrimination
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
An assessment of substandard Roma settlements in 21 municipalities in Serbia was undertaken in order to define the list of priority measures that need to be implemented for the purpose of improving the living conditions in these settlements. This publication contains basic data on each settlement, with the list of priority activities and cost-estimations for their realization.
General Characteristics of Substandard Roma Settlements in Serbia and a Proposal for Further Development Initiatives for the Improvement of the Living Conditions of the Roma Community
Publishing date: 22 May 2015
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Democratization, Roma and Sinti
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This publication resulted from the mapping of substandard Roma settlements in Serbia, for the purpose of creating a Geographic Information System (GIS) for monitoring the living conditions in them and planning future upgrading programmes at the national level. The publication gives an overview of general characteristics of all the substandard Roma settlements in Serbia, such as size, spatial distribution, quality of infrastructure, existence of urban plans, access to public services and land ownership
Direct Citizens' Paricipation at Local Level: Challenges and Recommendations for the Improvement of the Process
Publishing date: 23 April 2015
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Democratization
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This study has been developed by the OSCE Mission to Serbia, together with a civil society organization Centre for Free Elections and Democracy (CeSID) in 2011. It aims at raising citizens' awareness on the importance of participatory democracy and setting the ground for the improvement of the process in local self-governments in Serbia. Apart from a quantitative analysis of the existing practice, the publication offers a detailed case study of 20 municipalities and towns in Serbia. This publication is available in Serbian only.
The monograph, Environmental Protection in Legislation and Practice
Publishing date: 31 March 2015
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Democratization, Environmental activities
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The Monograph includes works of students of specialized course in environmental law. It contains case studies of different environmental problems in Serbia and recommends possible solutions. Available in Serbian only.
The Local Community and Challenges of Torrential Floods
Publishing date: 30 March 2015
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Disaster risk reduction, Environmental activities
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The purpose of the manual on torrential floods and community based flood risk reduction is to acquaint local and international stakeholders with national achievements and challenges in the field of torrential flood risk management in Serbia. The manual contains a comprehensive review of historically significant torrential floods in Serbia, existing flood management strategies, risk analysis and legal framework that stipulates the jurisdiction of local governments in the prevention and management of flood risks. It highlights the strategic importance of the role that local authorities have in creating flood resilient communities. A part of the manual is dedicated to the engagement of civil society in raising awareness of local communities in disaster risk reduction and the importance of their co-operation and partnership with elected officials, thus creating a "culture of preparedness".
Guide on Working with Vulnerable Groups and Non-Discrimination Principles
Publishing date: 30 March 2015
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Democratization
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This publication serves as a resource material for Local Youth Office Coordinators and other youth actors in Serbia who work with young people and develop youth programmes, to support them in promoting equality and in applying non-discrimination principles. The OSCE Mission to Serbia provided expert advice for the making of the publication. This book is available in Serbian language only.
The Manual on Legal Instruments for the Protection of the Environment through Civil and Criminal Law
Publishing date: 30 March 2015
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Democratization, Environmental activities
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This publication contains an analysis of national and international regulations governing liability for environmental damage, an assessment of environmental damage and compensation for environmental damage in comparative law and international treaties, as well as a review of legal instruments governing the protection of the environment through civil and criminal law in the Republic of Serbia. This handbook places strong emphasis on the role of public in initiating and participating in environmental criminal and civil proceedings. The Manual is intended for judges who deal with criminal and civil cases, prosecutors, law students, environmental inspectors and civil society. Available in Serbian only.
Gender Analysis of the Impact of the 2014 Floods in Serbia
Publishing date: 16 January 2015
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Disaster risk reduction, Environmental activities, Gender equality
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
Based on the assumption that natural disasters can have different effects on men and women, the OSCE Mission to Serbia supported the development of a publication on the impact of May 2014 flooding in Serbia from a gender perspective. The research was conducted in order to identify and document gender-specific differences regarding flood risk, inform the public, formulate a set of recommendations and offer them to responsible authorities to improve gender sensitive planning in emergency management. Results of the research show that the most vulnerable groups during natural disasters are the elderly, people with disabilities, single mothers and women who live alone in their households. Illiterate residents (mostly women and Roma) are also among the vulnerable categories. The research also reveals that the basis of community vulnerability in emergency situations lies in an undeveloped systemic approach to dissemination of information during natural disasters and lack of community training on practices of effective reactions during floods. The publication is available in both Serbian and English.