Florina Jerliu is a professor in the University of Prishtina “Hasan Prishtina”. She teaches courses of art and architectural history, theory and heritage in the Faculty of Architecture, and Aesthetics of Space in the Faculty of Fine Arts. Jerliu is active in the field of cultural heritage in Kosovo through participation as a member in various commissions and juries as appointed by the Kosovo Ministries (MYSC, MASHT). Jerliu is the author of the text of the National Strategy for Cultural Heritage of Kosovo 2017-2027 adopted by the Government of Kosovo, and author/designer of the first national archaeological park in Kosovo: Archaeological Park Ulpiana. She is author of books: Preservation of Built Heritage (2016) and Cultural Heritage of Kosovo: Concepts and Contexts of Protection (2017); and author and co-author of a number of scientific papers published in international and local journals. Leunita Syla is an architect and co-founder of the Public Space Equity (PSE) think tank in Mitrovica. With a Master's degree in technical sciences from the University of Prishtina, her work includes leading innovative projects that revitalize public spaces and promote social equity. Since graduating, activism has been integral to her journey, as she has continuously engaged in initiatives that advocate for social justice, inclusive urban policies and heritage preservation. Leunita has also contributed to academic conferences and publications focused on sustainable settlements and cultural heritage preservation. PSE (Public Space Equity) think tank is based in Mitrovica. It's aim is to revive and bring public spaces to life through interdisciplinary research, innovative urban design strategies, and advocacy. PSE mission is to promote active citizenship through collaborative initiatives and influence the development of urban policies for social equity. Both researchers are part of the Public Space Equity think tank in Mitrovica. Florina Jerliu (Board Director); Leunita Syla (Co-founder and Executive Director)