Kosovo is among the newest and poorest of countries in the Balkan region. Some estimates rank unemployment as high as 70 percent, a rate that disproportionately affects women and youth. Women are finding work in two growing industries.
PRISHTINA, KOSOVO – One of the fastest-growing sectors in Kosovo – the food processing industry – is directly benefiting women. Women here who possess the traditional skills of harvesting fresh fruits and vegetables are now getting paid jobs in the growing food processing sector. Employment in the handicraft industry is also increasing for women as the younger generation has not learned traditional arts and crafts skills but demand is high for the products in urban stores. A photo essay.
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