The Forum for Educational Change (FECH) successfully convened its 4th General Assembly from 13 to 15 June 2025 at Hotel Arena Teteks in Popova Shapka. The event brought together members, observers, and partners for a weekend of strategic reflection, institutional planning, and forward-looking dialogue.
One of the central highlights of the Assembly was the re-election of Blendi Hodai as Executive Director. With his new mandate commencing in October 2025 and continuing through October 2028, members reaffirmed their trust in his leadership and the organization’s continued direction.
During the Assembly, the membership formally approved the successful implementation of FECH’s Development Strategic Plan 2021–2025 (#DEVSTRA2025), which achieved a notable execution rate of 90%. This outcome reflects FECH’s strong institutional capacity and its commitment to delivering results in the areas of education reform, student empowerment, and anti-corruption advocacy.
In parallel, the Assembly launched the preparatory phase for the Development Strategic Plan 2026–2030 (#DEVSTRA2030), which will define FECH’s strategic priorities for the next five years. The process will be inclusive, participatory, and guided by the organization’s mission to elevate student participation and institutional accountability in North Macedonia’s higher education system.
The Assembly also welcomed a new member to the Advisory Board — Denica Chadikovska, journalist and editor at the Investigative Reporting Lab (IRL). Her expertise in investigative journalism and transparency will be a valuable asset to the organization’s work in promoting integrity within academic institutions.
The 4th General Assembly marked an important milestone in FECH’s institutional development and strategic evolution. The organization looks forward to building upon this momentum in the months ahead, with renewed clarity, collective purpose, and commitment to student-centered reform.
