LeadBalkans 2026 in Tirana: Towards Knowledge Circulation and Stronger Ties with the Diaspora
At the end of February, representatives of institutions, organizations, academia, and the diaspora gathered in Tirana to open one of the key questions for the Western Balkans today: how can we transform the way we approach migration into a sustainable model of cooperation, exchange, and development? The “LeadBalkans 2026” conference, held from February 25th to […]
Returning Point at Savaball in Vienna for the Third Consecutive Year
Vienna, February 6th, 2026 – Being part of Savaball means much more to the Returning Point than simply attending a major event. For the third year in a row, our team was in Vienna to continue conversations and relationships that have been built over many years, primarily with the people behind the Serbian Center in […]
Business Council for Diaspora 2025: Joint Efforts to Strengthen Partnerships with the Diaspora
Belgrade, December 30th, 2025 – The annual session of the Business Council for Diaspora was held at the Serbian Chamber of Commerce, traditionally bringing together representatives of the diaspora, the domestic business community, and local and national institutions to enhance cooperation and create new business and investment opportunities for Serbia. For Returning Point, this session […]
Returning Point at the Conference in Banja Luka: Uroš Živković on the Strategic Role of Circular Migration
Banja Luka, December 1st 2025 — The conference “Back to Srpska: Diaspora as a Bridge to the Future” was held in Banja Luka, dedicated to strengthening ties with the diaspora and creating better conditions for return and life in Republika Srpska. During the event, a new project to support circular migration and return was announced […]
Regional Dialogue on Circular Migration Held in Belgrade
Belgrade, November 27th 2025 — Regional brainstorming sessions dedicated to circular migration were held at the Ložionica venue, organized by Returning Point, bringing together organizations, international experts, and institutions from Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Moldova, and Bulgaria, as well as international partners from UNDP, GIZ, WFD and the Western Balkans Fund. The gathering was part […]
Third Workshop on Cooperation Between Returning Point and NES MSCs: Capacity Building and Support for Returnees
Niš, 20–21 October 2025 – As part of the ongoing cooperation between Returning Point and the National Employment Service (NES), the third workshop titled “Enhancing Cooperation and Support for NES Migration Service Centers” was held in Niš. The two-day event brought together representatives of MSCs from Belgrade, Subotica, Novi Sad, Vranje, Kraljevo, Bor, Kruševac, and […]
Workshops that Inspire and Connect: Umrežene 2025
For over a year now, Umrežene has been creating a space where women entrepreneurs with small businesses and brands receive not only practical tools to grow their work, but also a true sense of community that empowers them. After a successful first edition last year, we designed another workshop cycle this year, combining learning and […]
TP café in Prague and Zurich: Conversations That Connect Us
This past weekend, TP café continued its European journey, this time in Prague and Zurich, where we met with our people in an informal and open atmosphere, exchanged experiences, and talked about return, collaboration, and community. As with previous gatherings, it became clear that the need for conversation, connection, and sharing experiences is not fading. […]
TP café in the Netherlands: conversations about identity, return, and connection with Serbia
Our TP café arrived in the Netherlands last weekend and in just three days, we met incredible people in Rotterdam and Amsterdam, heard stories about life abroad, and discussed opportunities for return, cooperation, and staying connected with Serbia. We symbolically began the journey with a visit to the Fenix Migration Museum in Rotterdam – a […]
Umrežene: A Gathering of Women Entrepreneurs and Returnees at the Festival of Alternative Fashion
Six months after the first series of workshops within the Umrežene project, participants and mentors reunited for a special gathering held as part of the Festival of Alternative Fashion, organized by Katarina Ejdus and Nataša Niškanović – returnees and members of our returnee community. The event was organized by Returning Point (Tačka povratka) as part […]
Continuation of Cooperation: Second Workshop Held with NES Migration Service Centers in Šabac
Šabac, May 23rd, 2025 – The second workshop within the framework of cooperation between Returning Point and the National Employment Service (NES) was held at the “Sloboda” Hotel in Šabac, titled “Enhancing Cooperation and Support for NES Migration Service Centers.” This two-day event, held on May 22 and 23, is a continuation of activities started […]
Business Council for Diaspora 2025: The Diaspora as a Partner in Serbia’s Sustainable Future
Belgrade, May 14th, 2025 – Organized by the Serbian Chamber of Commerce, with the support of Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and Returning Point, a dedicated session of the Business Council for Diaspora was held under the title Business Diaspora and Green Innovation. The event brought together members of the business diaspora and […]
Returning Point at AmChamps: Returnees’ Perspectives as Inspiration for Young Leaders
This year, Returning Point became one of the official parnters of AmChamps 2.1 program, a program the American Chamber of Commerce in Serbia (AmCham) has been implementing since 2014. Through this new partnership, we participated in creating sessions aimed at bringing participants closer to the perspectives of returnee life and the challenges (but also opportunities) […]
First “Returning Point” Café Held in Vienna: A New Space for Dialogue with the Diaspora
On Sunday, April 13th, the first “Returning Point” café was held in Vienna – an informal gathering that brought together representatives from our organization (this time Uroš Živković, the director of the organization) with members of the diaspora, in a pleasant atmosphere over coffee and open discussions about ideas, needs, and opportunities for further cooperation […]
Return Point at the Kopaonik Business Forum: Discussion on Key Labor Market Challenges in Serbia
Kopaonik, March 4th, 2025 – Kopaonik Business Forum (KBF), one of the most important annual gatherings of the economic and business community in the region, provided a platform this year for a discussion on key labor market challenges and population trends. The panel “Population Trends and Labor Market: Challenges and Opportunities,” organized by UNDP and […]
Diaspora Meetups 2025: Strengthening Ties Between the Diaspora and Serbia
Frankfurt, February 20, 2025 – The General Consulate in Frankfurt hosted the Diaspora Meetups 2025, an event that gathered experts, entrepreneurs, and representatives of institutions with the aim of enhancing cooperation between the diaspora and Serbia. The meetup provided an opportunity for exchanging experiences, networking, and discussions, while also presenting key program activities in the […]
Returning Point at the Unforgettable 26th Savaball in Vienna
Vienna, February 1, 2025 – On January 31st, the 26th Savaball took place at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna, as one of the most significant events for the Serbian diaspora. Over 2,500 guests gathered, including representatives from institutions and organizations, artists, diplomats, as well as members of the Serbian community from various parts of the […]
Annual Conference Talent.Ecosystem: Achievements and an App for Connecting Young Talents with Employers Presented
Belgrade, December 23, 2024 – The annual Talent.Ecosystem conference was held in Belgrade, bringing together dozens of graduated scholarship recipients of the Fund for Young Talents, as well as numerous representatives from the private and public sectors, HR and talent managers, international organizations, returnees, and experts from various fields. This event provided an opportunity to […]
Winter Vivaldi Forum 2024: Uroš Živković Presents Returning Point
At this year’s Winter Vivaldi Forum, one of the most important regional gatherings of the business community, Uroš Živković, Program Director of Returning Point, had the honor of being one of the speakers. The forum, held in Mokra Gora, brought together over 150 participants from eight countries, and the theme of this year’s event was […]
Business Council for Diaspora 2024: Connecting Expertise, Ideas, and Innovations
Belgrade, November 22, 2024 – The Business Council for Diaspora session was held at the Serbian Chamber of Commerce, organized with the support of GIZ Serbia and implemented in cooperation with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and Returning Point. The event gathered key representatives from the economy, government, and various institutions and organizations. […]
Workshops on the Framework of Cooperation between Returning Point and NES Migration Service Centers
Šabac, November 5, 2024 – A two-day workshop titled “Framework of Cooperation and Support for NES Migration Service Centers” was held at the “Sloboda” Hotel in Šabac, organised by Returning Point in collaboration with the National Employment Service (NES). The event gathered representatives from the Migration Service Centers (MSC) in Kraljevo, Novi Pazar, Vranje, Novi […]
A life-changing scholarship: The PEXIM Foundation and Returning Point send off new generations of scholars to Cambridge
On Wednesday, September 25th, the PEXIM Foundation organised an event in honour of its alumni to officially send off this year’s scholarship recipients for their master’s studies. Held in the warm ambiance of the vibrant “Meeting Point” venue, the event gathered past and new scholars, providing an opportunity for experience sharing and inspiring conversations. The […]
Workshop in Šabac – Challenges and Solutions in the Digitalization of Work and Residence Permit Process
Šabac, 6th of June 2024. – A three-day workshop titled “Implementation of Amended Regulations in the Area of Residence and Employment of Foreign Nationals in the Republic of Serbia” was held at the Hotel “Sloboda”, organised by Returning Point in cooperation with the General Secretariat of the Government of the Republic of Serbia. The event […]
Returning Point at the magnificent 25th Savaball in Vienna
Vienna, 18th of January 2024. – The 25th Savaball, held at the prestigious Hofburg Palace, brought together over 2,000 guests from around the world. As the only foreign ball hosted in this renowned venue, the Savaball holds a unique place in Vienna’s cultural calendar. Ahead of the event, we spoke with Branko Jovović, Vice […]
Launch of the Talent.Ecosystem initiative: Supporting young talent for a better future
Belgrade 21st of December 2023 – In a festive atmosphere, Returning Point and the Fund for Young Talents of the Republic of Serbia officially launched the Talent.Ecosystem initiative, bringing together representatives from the business sector, returnees, international organisations, and public sector experts. This event lays the foundation for building a comprehensive support system for our […]
Talents United 5.0 – Back to the Future
The fifth Talents United conference – Back to the Future was rich with symbolism: The gathering took place in the “Yugoslavia” ceremonial hall, the same venue where the first conference was held five years ago. From the location, which took us on an inspiring journey through the past, to the revival of the original in-person […]
In focus: Serbian Philanthropic Gala – Interview with Igor Mladenović
United by the desire to strengthen the Serbian community in New York, a group of professionals of Serbian origin came together in 2019, and the following year founded the Serbian Philanthropic Organization. Although it has existed for a short time, this association has, over the past three years, attracted significant attention and donors, all centred […]