The Kosovo Initiative for Stability (IKS) is an independent, non-profit research institute that focuses on empirical research and analysis of socio-economic developments in Kosovo. IKS was founded in 2004 in response to the need and demand for independent and qualitative analysis of important issues in the context of promoting stability and prosperity in Kosovo. Her innovative and relevant policy research is aimed at initiating debates on the most important topics for the future of Kosovo, generating a national consensus and achieving a higher level of coordination and agreement for political decisions, as well as inspiring a maturity local political for making and finding the right decisions.