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EDUFAIR is heading to Italy!

From May 5–7, 2025, partners of the Erasmus+ project EDUFAIR will gather at the University of Salento for an international study visit on AI in Education: Ethics, Innovation, and Practical Implementation.
This dynamic three-day visit will bring together educators, researchers, policymakers, and EdTech professionals from Italy, Bulgaria, Albania and Kosovo to:
⬩ Explore AI-powered tools for personalized learning and institutional innovation
⬩ Debate the ethical, legal, and pedagogical implications of AI
⬩ Strengthen cross-border collaboration in higher education
Lecce, Italy
May 5–7, 2025
Topics: AI ethics, pedagogy, digital rights, institutional transformation
Stay tuned for updates and insights!
ℹ “Advancing quality higher education in the Western Balkans through facilitating AI integration in Teaching, Learning, and Research” (EDUFAIR) is co-funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education program and is implemented under the leadership of Professional College of Tirana, in partnership with Center for Science and Innovation for Development (SCiDEV), Center for Comparative and International Studies (CCIS), University “Ismail Qemali” Vlorë, University “Fan Noli” Korçë, University “Kadri Zeka” Gjilan, Universum International College, University of Salento, and University of Library Studies and Information Technologies.
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CCIS is a partner in the CORE-ED ACADEMY project

CCIS is a partner in the CORE-ED ACADEMY project – an initiative aimed at promoting inclusion and shared values in juvenile justice through dynamic corrective pedagogy and specialized professionalization.
This project will contribute to the development and improvement of capacities in the field of education and training, providing opportunities for enhancing professional skills and integrating shared values into a direct and innovative system.
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Fostering Trust and Utilization in Albania’s Data Landscape

CCIS me mbështetjen e Ambasadës Zviceranepo zbaton projektin “Fostering Trust and Utilization in Albania’s Data Landscape”, për të forcuar përdorimin dhe besimin te statistikat.
Ndaje mendimin tënd duke plotësuar pyetësorin – na ndihmo të kuptojmë sa përdoren dhe sa i besojmë statistikave!
Për individë:
Për drejtues të institucioneve/ bizneseve/mediave dhe organizatave:
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CCIS Strengthens Collaboration with Bulgarian Partner for Future Initiatives

As part of its ongoing commitment to meaningful partnerships and networking with like-minded civil society organizations, CCIS continues to engage in strategic meetings and workshops to brainstorm and co-develop new project ideas.
✈️ During a recent visit to Sofia, Bulgaria, our Executive Director Mr. Enis Sokoli and Senior Advisor Prof. Dr. Nevila Xhindi met with Mr. Aleksander Ilchev of the Bulgarian School of Politics (BSoP), a longstanding partner of CCIS in several joint initiatives.
Exciting new plans are underway as both organizations reaffirm their shared vision for impactful regional cooperation.
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CCIS at the EDUFAIR Project – Advancing AI in Education

CCIS took part in the EU-funded EDUFAIR workshop at ULSIT in Sofia, Bulgaria
1️⃣ Day 1 introduced the transformative role of AI in education, setting the stage for collaboration.
2️⃣ Day 2 featured expert-led sessions on gamification and AI tools by IR-BAS.
3️⃣ Day 3 focused on open education and open science, followed by a panel discussion and a project managers’ meeting to prepare for the upcoming workshop in Salento.
✨ The event fostered innovation, inclusion, and cross-border collaboration in AI-driven education.
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Working meeting in Skopje with our partners from Center for Change Management!

In the framework of the Youth Observers Model – Erasmus+ Capacity Building for Youth project, CCIS and CCM met to reflect on project implementation and set the next steps for deeper engagement of our Youth Observers (Y-Os).
Together, we:
• Planned the upcoming project workshops and study visits in Campobasso in Italy, ensuring all Y-Os are fully prepared and motivated for cross-border collaboration.
• Discussed how to promote knowledge sharing by encouraging youth observers to create and publish more blog articles that amplify their voices in youth policy dialogue. ️
• Reaffirmed our commitment to systemic change by enhancing youth participation in policy-making and promoting sustainable collaboration across the Western Balkans.
As Work Package 2 leaders, CCIS is focused on capacity building and empowering the selected youth to become active changemakers in their communities.
✨ We are proud of the strong partnership with CCM and the joint vision to raise youth voices higher than ever!
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CCIS at the DIGITCRESHE Final Conference in Skopje!

April 2025 starts strong with CCIS participating in the DIGITCRESHE Final Conference, where experts, researchers, and creative industry leaders gathered to discuss the future of the Creative Economy. Beyond driving economic growth, employment, and innovation, creativity plays a crucial role in shaping sustainable development and fostering global competitiveness.
Alongside the conference, CCIS also took part in the DIGITCRESHE Management Meeting, engaging in strategic discussions on sustainability, exploitation, and future collaborations to ensure the long-term impact of the project.
Exciting insights, strong partnerships, and a shared vision for innovation in the creative industries!
Stay tuned for more updates on CCIS work!
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The first mobility within the Youth Digital Democracy Accelerator Programme!

Participant collaboration, expert-led discussions, and interactive workshops on social media campaigning and digital activism were the highlights of the first mobility within the Youth Digital Democracy Accelerator Programme!
The mobility, hosted by Beogradski centar za ljudska prava (BCHR) in Belgrade, brought together 14 young activists and civil society representatives to explore the intersection between digital campaigning and civic activism, learning from guest speakers and each other.
CCIS was proudly represented by three young participants, two of whom were part of CCIS’s partnership with ANAD-SHKSHNJND, aimed at fostering opportunities and inclusion for young people in this initiative.
The journey continues in Oviedo, Spain, where participants are expanding their understanding of digital democracy and brainstorming the next steps of the project.
Stay tuned to learn more about the upcoming initiatives led by our young changemakers!
ℹ️ Youth Participation in Digital Democracy: From Digital Skills to Digital Rights of Youth with Fewer Opportunities (EYDR) is funded by the Erasmus+ Capacity Building in the Field of Youth of the European Union and is implemented under the leadership of Scidev, in partnership with ESN Tirana, UZOR, Beogradski centar za ljudska prava, Asociación Youropia, CCIS, Agjencia Kombëtare e Rinisë, SHARE Foundation
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Finalizing consultations for the Fostering Trust in Albania’s Data project

Wrapping up our consultation roundtables on the methodology and questionnaire for the “Fostering Trust and Utilization in Albania’s Data Landscape” project supported by Embassy of Switzerland in Albania
A huge thank you to all the stakeholders — from universities, businesses, media, and civil society — for your valuable insights. Your feedback is shaping a stronger, more trusted data landscape in Albania.
Together, we’re making data more accessible, usable, and impactful. Stay tuned for the next steps!
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Final Event in Shkodra – U2SID Wraps Up with Great Success!

Today marks the successful conclusion of U2SID – University to Society Collaborations for Inclusive Digital Transformation in the Western Balkans! Led by the University of Shkodra in collaboration with 8 partners and supported by the European Commission, this transformative and inclusive project has made a lasting impact.
Aligned with the Erasmus+ Programme objectives, U2SID has driven innovation in higher education, strengthening its relevance to the labor market, regional development, and society. By fostering collaboration between universities, businesses, policymakers, civil society, and media, the project has enhanced digital skills and created economic and social value through the dissemination of knowledge and research.
A milestone for inclusive digital transformation in the Western Balkans!