Vendosjes

Vendosjes is an Albanian term that can mean the act of deciding, establishing, or settling, and in political language it often conveys notions of self-determination or the establishment of governance. The best-known contemporary usage is linked to Lëvizja Vetëvendosje! (Self-Determination Movement) in Kosovo, a major political force since the mid-2000s. The movement began as a civil protest initiative and later grew into a political party that has contested elections and influenced government formation. Its platform emphasizes anti-corruption, rule of law, social justice, and national sovereignty, with a focus on accountability and participatory democracy.

In Kosovo, Vetëvendosje and its leadership, including figures such as Albin Kurti, have been central to debates over constitutional reform, governance, and relations with Serbia and international partners. The movement has advocated a more assertive approach to self-determination and a broader push for governance reforms and social rights within Kosovo. While Vetëvendosje is primarily encountered as a proper name, the underlying concept of vendosje remains a broader Albanian linguistic term used in political discourse and everyday language to describe decisions, settlements, or resolutions.

See also: Self-determination, Kosovo, Lëvizja Vetëvendosje!