02. 12. 2024.

The Republic Agency for the Peaceful Settlement of Labor Disputes successfully organized its second interactive training session for conciliators and arbitrators this year on December 2, 2024. The event took place at the Palace of Serbia in Belgrade, featuring esteemed experts and practitioners in labor law.

In his opening address, the Agency’s Director, Dr. Ivica Lazović, briefed the conciliators and arbitrators on the Agency’s current activities, upcoming plans, and announced future training sessions. He highlighted significant projects aimed at enhancing social dialogue in the Republic of Serbia, in which the Agency plays a key role. Dr. Lazović reminded attendees that next year marks the Agency’s 20th anniversary, which will be celebrated appropriately and ceremoniously. He also discussed the forthcoming selection and re-selection process for conciliators and arbitrators, describing it as an excellent opportunity for further professional development in this field.

During the training, judges Predrag Trifunović, Persida Jovanović, Zorica Veljić, and Marko Radović presented current judicial practices in labor disputes. Professor Nataša Petrović Tomić provided insights into the theory of arbitration and its practical aspects. Mira Basta, Special Advisor to the Minister of Labor, Employment, Veteran and Social Affairs, spoke on the importance of social dialogue, collective bargaining, and the challenges associated with these processes. Olga Vučković Kićanović, an expert in labor law and conciliation, discussed workplace mobbing and negotiation techniques for resolving such disputes successfully.

In addition to knowledge sharing, the training offered opportunities for professional networking and discussions on improving the practice of peaceful labor dispute resolution. Conciliators and arbitrators actively participated by asking questions and engaging in dialogue during every segment of the session.

This training once again underscores the Agency’s commitment to strengthening the skills and competencies of its conciliators and arbitrators, with the overarching goal of continuously improving labor law security, fostering social dialogue, and promoting harmonious labor relations.