Conflict & Devastation
War erupted in Kosova in 1999, sending almost 1 million people fleeing across the borders. The Kosova refugee crisis was the worst humanitarian disaster in Europe since World War II. Horrific atrocities were committed during the conflict between the Yugoslavian Serb forces and the Kosova Liberation Army.

NATO intervention ended the war in June 1999, and the Kosovars returned to pick up their shattered lives. Thousands of returning refugees found their homes looted and burned to the ground. Almost half of Kosova's schools were damaged or destroyed, and thousands of landmines, and booby traps were planted across the province.

Widows & Orphans
Widows and orphans are the most vulnerable population in Kosova. With the loss of the main bread-winner the family is often left destitute. Many of the women and children also suffer from psychological trauma after horrific experiences during the war.

Islamic Relief in Kosova
Islamic Relief established operations in Kosova in 1999, contributing to the relief and reconstruction efforts in the province. IR's office in Prishtina has working with some of the most vulnerable sections of the population.
Islamic Relief's projects in the area have included Emergency Shelter, School Rehabilitation, Micro-enterprise Development, Psychosocial Programmes for Women and Children, and a Mine Awareness project contracted by UNICEF.