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Lithuania is strengthening its child welfare services through the introduction of an early intervention model and improved tools based on Norwegian practice and experience and with funding from Norway Grants.

Over 60% of Norwegian local governments actively take part in international programmes. The main reason for the high international interest is access to new knowledge and competences as vehicles for achieving strategic goals, according to a recent study undertaken by the Norwegian Institute for Urban and Regional Research (NIBR). The study also shows that local governments’ participation in international networks contributes to regional development, as well as to remaining a learning organization.

Even though the KS support to 8 municipalities in Kosovo was ended in 2014 and managerial responsibilities were handed over to local partners, the former programme still delivers targeted services, as well as business opportunities and employment in Kosovo.