November 6, 2026
K10 marked its 10th anniversary today, bringing together representatives of institutions, civil society organizations and partners to reflect on a decade of commitment to sexual and reproductive health and rights in Kosovo, as well as the challenges that remain.
Founded in 2016 with the support of United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), K10 has expanded into a network of 14 organizations working to improve reproductive health care and protect patients’ rights. The coalition is led by Action for Mothers and Children , with ongoing financial support from UNFPA.
During the event, a minute of silence was held in memory of Arlinda Zekaj and other victims of gender-based violence, recalling the urgent need for stronger protection, institutional accountability and continued efforts to combat violence against women.
K10 was founded as a an independent advocacy and oversight network , with the aim of monitoring policies, legislation and health services related to maternal and child health, as well as sexual and reproductive health and rights in Kosovo. Its name combines the Albanian word koalioni with the number 10, representing 10 sexual rights and, coincidentally, the number of the founding organizations.
Recognized by the Kosovo Ministry of Health as an advocacy mechanism for sexual and reproductive health and rights, K10 is committed to holding institutions accountable and strengthening cooperation between civil society and public authorities. Its advocacy efforts are focused on improving access to contraception, improving the quality of health services and protecting patients’ rights.
The Coalition’s work includes training health professionals on topics ranging from gender-based violence to adolescent health; collaboration with the Ministry of Health and experts engaged by UNFPA on assessing prenatal care services in 14 maternity hospitals in Kosovo; as well as raising public awareness about contraception, HPV vaccination, cervical cancer prevention, sexually transmitted infections and other health issues.
Despite this progress, major challenges remain. Gender-based violence, barriers to access to sexual and reproductive health services, discrimination and inequalities continue to undermine the rights and well-being of women and girls.
On the eve of its second decade of activity, K10 aims to strengthen the network, expand the representation of communities with limited access to services, and develop a long-term strategy for advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights throughout Kosovo.
About K10
Founded in 2016, K10 is committed to sexual and reproductive health and rights in Kosovo. The coalition is led by Action for Mothers and Children (AMC) and funded by UNFPA in Kosovo.
K10 member organizations are: Action for Mothers and Children (AMC); Kosovo Women’s Network; Kosovo Population Foundation (KOPF); AHED; Peer Educators Network (PEN); Vita Life; Artpolis – Art and Community; Patients’ Rights Association in Kosovo (PRAK), Kosovo Adolescents; SIT- Center for Counseling Social Services and Research; YMCA Movement; Balkan Sunflowers Kosovo; Rome in Action (RIA); Health for All; Kosovo Obstetricians and Gynecologists Association (KOGA).
