BELGRADE INNOVATIVE
CENTER

Turning knowledge into practical solutions for young people, communities and a sustainable future.

From digital literacy and youth work to circular economy and rural development, we develop educational programmes, pilot actions and partnerships grounded in real needs and verifiable results.

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Since 2016

7 documented projects and initiatives

Serbia and the Western Balkans

Education, digital, green and rural themes

About us

Belgrade Innovative Center (ICB) is a non-governmental, non-profit association established in Belgrade in 2016. The organisation grew out of an informal group committed to creating practical responses to the needs of young people and local communities.

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2016

Year the association was founded

Areas of expertise

Youth and non-formal education

Educational programmes, workshops, mentoring support, inclusion, active youth participation and the development of practical skills.

Digital literacy and employability

Online safety, digital tools for learning and work, digital marketing and content creation.

Environment and circular economy

Piloting biowaste solutions, bioconversion, education, practical guides and cooperation with local stakeholders.

Rural development and agricultural innovation

Education for young farmers, modern technologies, farm competitiveness and the IPARD context.

Project development and management

Project preparation, planning, coordination, budgeting, reporting, communication, dissemination and cooperation with donors and partners.

Digital products and platforms

UX/UI design, product ownership, and development of web platforms and IoT systems for project and partner needs.

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Flagship projects

2025–2026Verified result

Promotion Programme for an Innovative Approach to Bio-Waste Management through the Pilot Use of Tenebrio molitor

The pilot tested controlled bioconversion of selected plant-based biowaste using Tenebrio molitor larvae. In one rearing unit, approximately 5–7 kg of biowaste were treated, with an average weekly substrate input of about 1 kg. The final guide reports an approximately 70–80% reduction relative to the input mass, around 2–3 kg of fresh larval biomass and frass as an organic by-product. The project produced a practical guide and recommendations for local authorities, public utility companies, farms, educational and research institutions, civil society organisations and green entrepreneurs.

Funder:
Ministry of Environmental Protection of the Republic of Serbia
Status:
Completed
bio-wastecircular economyenvironmental innovation
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2024Verified result

Digital Navigator: Empowering Young People through Digital Literacy

The project strengthened young people's digital skills through an educational workshop, practical examples and group work. The programme covered the fundamentals of digital literacy, online safety, digital tools for learning and work, basic digital marketing and social media content creation. A total of 26 young people aged 16–30, from different educational and social backgrounds, took part. The project also produced the "Digital Navigator" handbook as a reusable learning resource for youth education.

Funder:
Youth Office of the City of Belgrade
Status:
Completed
digital literacyonline safetylearning and work tools
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Project timeline

  1. 2024

    Youth Education for the Modernisation of Agricultural Production in Rural Areas

    Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management of the Republic of Serbia

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  2. 2022

    YE Nature for Future

    Zentralrat der Serben in Deutschland (ZSD) e.V.

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  3. 2021

    Young Innovators

    Secretariat for Sport and Youth of the City of Belgrade

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  4. 2020

    Digital Creatives

    Ministry of Trade, Tourism and Telecommunications of the Republic of Serbia (historical institutional name used in 2020)

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  5. 2019

    Talent Development Programme "Stari Grad"

    City Municipality of Stari Grad, Belgrade

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From idea to applicable results

  1. 01

    Needs assessment

    We identify the real needs of young people, communities and partners before planning activities.

  2. 02

    Design

    We design the programme, content and methodology suited to the target group.

  3. 03

    Implementation

    We deliver education, workshops and pilot activities together with partners.

  4. 04

    Documentation

    We record results and produce guides, handbooks and reports.

  5. 05

    Dissemination

    We share knowledge and models with the community, partners and decision-makers.

Our projects have been supported by

City Municipality of Stari Grad, Belgrade
Ministry of Trade, Tourism and Telecommunications of the Republic of Serbia (2020)
City of Belgrade — Secretariat for Sport and Youth
Zentralrat der Serben in Deutschland (ZSD) e.V.
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management of the Republic of Serbia
Youth Office of the City of Belgrade
Ministry of Environmental Protection of the Republic of Serbia

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Looking for a local partner to implement activities in Serbia — in youth work, digital skills, circular economy or rural development? We welcome the opportunity to discuss cooperation.

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