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Violence against women is a violation of human rights and an attack on our core values. Women worldwide face unimaginable violence – physical, psychological, and economic – both offline and online. This year, the EU takes a historic step by adopting its first-ever law to effectively combat violence against women,
In the framework of the Digitcreshe project, CCIS and Universiteti Barleti hosted on November 19-20 an inspiring masterclass focused on innovation and the creative industries. Over two intensive days, participants explored groundbreaking topics, tools, and methodologies shaping the future of this sector. Highlights of the Masterclass: Creative Space in Virtual
On November 21-22, the CCIS team participated in the managers’ meeting of the Erasmus+ project DIGITCRESHE, hosted at the University Mediterranean in Podgorica. This important gathering not only focused on the implementation of upcoming activities until the project’s conclusion in 2025 but also on ensuring the sustainability and future collaboration
Upcoming Event from the Digitcreshe Project Team at CCIS & Universiteti Barleti! We’re pleased to announce an exciting Masterclass on “Enhancing Digitalization Techniques in Academia and the Creative Industries.” Dates: December 19-20 Location: Barleti University This event will host a lineup of expert guest speakers and external professionals who will
Great news from CCIS! We’re proud to support the design and finalization of the Digital Transformation Challenge (DTC) Manual as part of the Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education Project, U2SID Project University to Society Collaborations for Inclusive Digital Transformation in the Western Balkans. Through the U2SID project, partners are
On October 31, 2024, the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT) held a seminar to present the final results of the 2023 Population and Housing Census at the district and municipal levels. This event, hosted at Hotel Tirana, brought together key figures including Mr. Arbjan Mazniku, Minister of State for Local Governance,
Spotlight on the Digitcreshe Erasmus+ Project: CCIS Workshop on Bridging the Skills Gap in Albania’s Cultural and Creative Sectors The Cultural and Creative Sectors (CCS) in Albania and the Western Balkans face a significant challenge: a shortage of qualified professionals due to a gap between educational programs and industry requirements.
On 24th October, SCiDEV and UZOR hosted a blended event to disseminate the findings of Mapping of Youth Participation in Digital Democracy in Albania and in Montenegro, with the participation of representatives from public institutions, youth and civil society organizations. The event was moderated by Ms. Nevila Xhindi (CCIS) and
On October 10th, CCIS hosted the EU-validated event “CCIS Erasmus+ Success Stories: Networking for Sustainable Growth” as part of #ErasmusDays! We showcased our impactful Erasmus+ partnerships across Albania, Europe, and the Western Balkans, highlighting our work in fostering regional development, youth engagement, and educational transformation. Key updates included: U2SID Project
The Center for Comparative and International Studies (CCIS) is pleased to announce the launch of the Youth Observer Model – A Cross Regional Predictive Model for Youth Policy Shaping, an initiative that brings together young people from Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Italy to strengthen youth participation in public policymaking