Activities

Strengthening Capacities: Introductory Training for Conciliators and Arbitrators Held

23. 03. 2026.

On Friday, 20 March 2026, the Republic Agency for the Peaceful Settlement of Labour Disputes organized an introductory training for newly appointed conciliators and arbitrators at the National Assembly of the Republic of Serbia (Green Hall), selected through the two most recent public calls. The training was delivered within the framework of the 2026 Special Professional Development Programme for conciliators and arbitrators.

The aim of the training was to provide newly appointed conciliators and arbitrators with the necessary knowledge and skills for independent work in practice. The programme covered key procedural aspects, the course of conciliation and arbitration proceedings, as well as the roles, responsibilities and standards of conduct in these processes. For participants with prior experience, the training also served as an opportunity to further harmonise practice and open discussions on issues relevant to improving performance.

The training was opened by Dr Ivica Lazović, Director of the Agency, who emphasised the importance of continuous professional development for the efficient and high-quality resolution of labour disputes.

During the working sessions, some of the most experienced conciliators and arbitrators – Miljko Valjarević, Slađana Andrić, Srđan Dobrica and Olga Vučković Kićanović – presented practical aspects of conducting proceedings, shared their experience from specific cases, and highlighted key challenges encountered in practice. Through an interactive approach and exchange of views, participants had the opportunity to gain concrete knowledge and valuable insights for their future work.

The training concluded with a discussion and exchange of experiences, laying the groundwork for further cooperation and mutual support among conciliators and arbitrators within the system of peaceful settlement of labour disputes.