Urban Development Center is a non-government organization specializing in urban and social innovation.

Urban Development Center was established in 2006 as a result of the “Belgrade” project, presented at the Venice Architecture Biennale 2006, received numerous awards and recognitions, with an aim to promote the Capital of Serbia.

UDC has a large group of experts and supporters from various fields – history, art, archeology, anthropology, social sciences, economics, architecture, civil engineering, etc., who contribute through their participation to the Centers’ activities.

UDC is dedicated to culture, technology, and innovation by implementing projects and programs in the fields of urban development, new media, artistic creation, cultural heritage, environment, and education. UDC activities are thus directed towards the creation of better standards in all aspects of city life.

UDC Mission, Vision & Objectives

Urban development through creative and innovative approaches by connecting people, spaces and opportunities for improving all aspects of the city life.

UDC Vision – make inclusive, safe, sustainable and human-centered cities again desirable for living.

UDC Objectives

  • invent a creative sustainable human-centered city

  • digital transformation and digital humanities

  • promotion of arts and heritage as pillars of sustainable economic and social development

  • innovative and creative learning methodologies

  • enhance environmental protection introducing the application of advanced technologies and alternative energy solutions

  • reconstruction of urban places to lively and vibrant life spaces

  • promotion of urban living through culture/art –based solutions

  • protection of urban identities

  • promotion of culture expression

  • preservation of quality of urban life

  • promotion of inclusive public spaces

Who We Are

The UDC team members combine knowledge, skills, and experience in the sectors of urban planning, digital, sustainable development, art, and culture. We are a dynamic, creative and motivated team firmly oriented towards the values and goals of the organization.

We are cultivating imaginative, curious and open-minded approach toward problems solving. Cooperation, adaptability, and openness define our people.

Meet Our Team

Rade Milic
Rade MilicKeeper of the heritage
Passionate archeologist, mentor and lecturer, who always finds the way to preserve and pass cultural memories to the future generations. By embracing new technologies, in his field of work, transforms history into story, cultural heritage into experience. He is a wise and rational dreamer . Driving force and stamina of our organisation .
Glorija Martinović
Glorija MartinovićAlways one step ahead
Creative and experienced cultural manager with the rich background in production and content development. Intuitive and pragmatic, a passionate planer with the broad perspective. She doesn’t appreciate routine, she goes for innovation and fresh ideas – chaos is her peace. Assertive leader that inspires and motivates the team. She is the one to call if you want a problem to be solved.
Marina Papović
Marina PapovićCreates partnerships and opportunities
Graduated philosopher with experience in project management and coordination. Persistent and practical with an eye on details. She is accountable to keep things in line with the proactive attitude in every situation. Energy and enthusiasm that fuels this team. Yes, she exists.
Jelena Radosević
Jelena RadosevićEffective communicator, smooth operator
Graduated political scientist with effective diplomatic, organizational and communication skills. Curator with experience in managing and displaying artistic and cultural collections. She is a skilled writer and a sharp thinker who can produce almost anything. Responsive and reliable team player, busy as a bee. Dynamic but patient, optimistic and caring person. She keeps our team on the brighter side.
Anja Petrovic
Anja PetrovicAnalytics with a smile
Psychologist with a background in counseling psychology and cultural sector. She is studious and systematic theory researcher who understands people and their interactions. Using her knowledge she turns theory into practice, by creating different types of methods and techniques for our projects. Novel and curious, she loves to learn.

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