local democracy agency

What local democracy agency does

Local Democracy Agency Mostar (LDA Mostar / Agencija lokalne demokratije Mostar) is a Bosnia and Herzegovina-based non-governmental organization founded in November 2004 as a locally registered non-profit. It operates as a civic infrastructure actor in the Western Balkans, delivering programming in active citizenship, deliberative democracy, youth empowerment, EU integration, inter-ethnic dialogue, cultural heritage, and migration. Its flagship initiatives include the IZBORI se za Mostar (Elect Mostar) advocacy campaign, the Citizens' Assembly of Mostar implemented in partnership with the Council of Europe, and its role as the National Contact Point for the Erasmus+ Youth programme in BiH under SALTO SEE.

The organization's portfolio spans multiple concurrent EU-funded projects (TUNE Network 2026, ROOT WB, Bridging Beliefs, AQUATIK-EU, VEBY, ROLES, Not Neat to be NEET, STAR, Monumental 9, Snapshots from the Borders, VOLS EUROPE, Balkan Kaleidoscope) executed in consortium with peers across the Western Balkans and wider Europe. LDA Mostar is a founding member of the Balkan Network for Local Democracy (BNLD) and a node within the broader ALDA (European Association for Local Democracy) network. Co-delivery spans the City of Mostar, the Youth Council of Mostar, OKC Abrašević, Youth Power, the Association of Young Psychologists, and the Centar za socijalni rad Grada Mostara.

Its business model is entirely grant-funded: LDA Mostar does not charge for programs or services and has no commercial pricing structure. Revenue is sourced from EU institutions (European Commission, Council of Europe, SALTO SEE), regional bodies (Western Balkans Fund, Regional Cooperation Council, Balkan Civil Society Development Network), and project-specific partnerships. The organization employs approximately 9 staff and maintains a multilingual website, Facebook page, and YouTube channel for outreach. Council of Europe ELoGE accreditation (2025) provides independent validation of governance standards.

Name

local democracy agency

Legal name

Agencija lokalne demokratije Mostar

Website

https://ldamostar.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Local Democracy Agency Mostar is a Bosnia and Herzegovina-based non-profit NGO, founded in 2004, that promotes civic participation, democratic governance, and youth empowerment in the Western Balkans through EU-funded projects and regional network partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Civic Engagement and Civil Society Services

NAICS

Social Advocacy Organizations (8133), Civic and Social Organizations (81341)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGAFAJ

Democracy, Voting Rights & Civic Participation Advocacy

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Civil Rights, Advocacy & Public Policy Organizations

SECONDARYBPADAGAJ

Democratic Governance & Public Administration Reform

Business & Public Services/International Organizations & Development/Human Rights, Democracy & Governance

Keywords

• Civic engagement programs
• Democratic participation
• Youth empowerment
• EU integration support
• Civil society development

Headquarters

HQ city

Mostar

HQ country

Bosnia & Herzegovina

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. EU Project Funding: Primary revenue source from European Union grants through programs including Erasmus+, Europe for Citizens, and other EU funding instruments. Projects focus on democracy, youth engagement, and civil society development.
2. Council of Europe Partnerships: Funding and programmatic partnerships with the Council of Europe for democratic participation projects in Mostar.
3. Regional Cooperation Funding: Support from regional organizations including Western Balkans Fund, Balkan Civil Society Development Network, and Regional Cooperation Council.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Local Democracy Agency Mostar (LDA Mostar / Agencija lokalne demokratije Mostar) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded in November 2004 that delivers civic engagement programs, democratic participation initiatives, youth empowerment projects, cultural heritage preservation, media literacy training, and EU integration support. Its programs are funded primarily through grants from EU institutions, the Council of Europe, and regional cooperation partners, and are implemented in cooperation with local governments and civil society actors in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Product overview

LDA Mostar operates as a civil society organization offering a portfolio of programs and platforms rather than a unified technology product. Its core offerings include democratic participation initiatives (IZBORI se za Mostar, Citizens' Assembly of Mostar), youth engagement programs (Erasmus+ Youth Contact Point, VEBY, ROLES, Not Neat to be NEET), cultural and heritage projects (Centar ADA, AQUATIK-EU, NUT, Monumental 9, STAR street art), and regional networking platforms (BNLD). These programs work together to advance active citizenship, local democracy, intercultural dialogue, and youth empowerment across the Western Balkans.

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Brands

• Centar ADA Mostar: Center for Architecture, Dialogue and Art - an independent platform where citizens can experience the city as a cultural expression through architecture and art.

Products and services

• Civic Engagement Programs
• Youth Empowerment Projects
• Media Literacy Training
• EU Integration Support
• Cultural Heritage Preservation Programs

Quantifiable outcome

• Successfully advocated for restoration of local elections in Mostar after years of advocacy through the 'Elect Mostar' coalition, with elections finally held in November 2020.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• SALTO SEE (Support, Advanced Learning and Training Opportunities for South-East Europe)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 November 2025LDA Mostar designated as National Contact Point for Erasmus+ Youth programme for Bosnia and Herzegovina, connecting youth with European opportunities under SALTO SEE framework.
• ALDA (European Association for Local Democracy)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding and supporting organization of LDA Mostar. ALDA provides strategic guidance, network access, and programmatic support. LDA Mostar operates as part of the ALDA network of Local Democracy Agencies across Europe.
• Balkan Network for Local Democracy (BNLD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional network promoting active citizen participation, democratic governance, and local development across Western Balkans. BNLD was established by ALDA and 7 LDAs in 2019. LDA Mostar is a founding member represented on the Governing Board.
• Council of EuropecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey institutional partner supporting democratic participation projects including Citizens' Assembly implementation in Mostar. LDA Mostar is recognized as a key partner in the EU Action Plan for Bosnia and Herzegovina 2022-2025.
• LDA SuboticacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the LDA network and BNLD. LDA Subotica is a key partner in multiple regional projects including Balkan Kaleidoscope and VOLS EUROPE.
• LDA ZavidovićicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the LDA network and BNLD. Regional partner in Western Balkans projects.
• LDA PrijedorcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the LDA network and BNLD. Regional partner in Western Balkans projects.
• LDA KnjaževaccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the LDA network and BNLD. Regional partner in multiple cross-border projects.
• LDA Kosovo (Peć)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the LDA network and BNLD. Regional partner in Western Balkans initiatives.
• LDA NikšićcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the LDA network and BNLD. Applicant for Monumental 9 project with LDA Mostar as partner.
• ALDA SkopjecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the LDA network and BNLD. Executive Director Katica Janeva serves on BNLD Executive Governing Board.
• City of MostarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormal partnership agreement for democratic participation initiatives. LDA Mostar supports and collaborates with city government on Citizens' Assembly implementation and youth policies.
• CSSP - Berlin Center for Integrative MediationsupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProvided funding and training support for lobbying and advocacy campaigns workshops under the Elect Mostar initiative.
• Färgfabriken (Stockholm)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSwedish cultural foundation leading NUT - New Urban Topologies project with LDA Mostar as partner. Project focused on urban development dialogue between Mostar and Beirut.
• Municipality of ArcugnanosupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerApplicant organization for STAR - Street Art project. LDA Mostar collaborated with City of Mostar on this EU-funded project promoting social inclusion through street art.
• Street Art Museum AmsterdamsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in STAR project providing expertise in street art and community engagement methodologies.
• United Societies of BalkanssupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerGreek partner in VOLS EUROPE project focusing on volunteer management in youth sector.
• Municipality of LampedusasupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerLead applicant for Snapshots from the Borders project (EU EuropeAid DEAR). LDA Mostar participated as partner addressing migration and border community challenges.
• European Volunteer Centre (CEV)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociated partner in Snapshots from the Borders project, providing European-level coordination on volunteer and civil society engagement.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCmHtLnV5bqtIMtsVgD9fxdg
• Facebookfacebook.com/ldamostar
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/local-democracy-agency

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