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The U2SID Project CCIS project team had the opportunity to participate in the International Workshop “Promoting and Facilitating Collaborative Virtual International Learning in the Western Balkans’ Higher Education Institutions” organized by Università del Salento, Lecce, Italy from July 3-5, 2025. This event was held within the framework of the
The Center for Comparative and International Studies (CCIS) invites young people to apply for the “A Cross Regional Predictive Model for Youth Policy Shaping – Youth Observers” project, an initiative designed to strengthen youth participation in public life and contribute to evidence-based youth policymaking. Over a 24-month period, the project
On June 18-19, 2024, CCIS had the privilege of participating in the Networking European Civic Education (NECE) festival prep-lab in Tirana. Together with local stakeholders and partners, we delved into essential topics such as #civiceducation, #youthengagement, #creativeindustries, and the unique challenges faced in the #WesternBalkans. Here are some key takeaways
The team of CCIS was pleased to participate on the Second IGCOORD Conference on “Vertical and Horizontal Coordination: Tools, Mechanisms, and Barriers to Solving Complex Policy Issues”. The conference was held from 13 to 14 June 2024, at the Darmstadt Castle, also known as Technische Universität of Darmstadt. In addition
In late May, CCIS delivered the mid-term evaluation report for the Erasmus + CBHE U2SID Project project. The report was presented during a project steering committee meeting. The findings highlight the project’s significant contributions to improving digital literacy among students and lecturers in Albanian higher education institutions (HEIs), aligning with
In an era marked by constant change, CCIS is adapting swiftly to ensure continuous success. CCIS and #ANAD -SHKSHNJND in a joint effort, are embracing the future of work through inclusion and diversity with training for career development for sign language interpreters in Albania, supported by UNDP. Diversity and inclusion
The CCIS is pleased to share the news regarding its further partnership and collaboration in the DIGITCRESHE Project, that stands for the Digital Transformation in Education for the Cultural and Creative Industries. The goals of this project are: – Improvement of the quality of the higher education institutions (HEI) offer
CCIS team is proud to announce its participation and contribution to the achievement of the U2SID project workshop at Dipartimento di Ingegneria dell’Innovazione – Uni Salento. This workshop was an Erasmus+ CBHE project, funded by EU Commission for the 2023-2025 time period. The hard-work and the presentations of the
Organized by the European Commission, the European Youth Week is a very important event that encourages young people to engage in Europe’s activities and decisions. From April 12 to 19, 2024, discover opportunities, share your talents, and connect with leaders and decision-makers. CCIS is proud to work with youth in
At CCIS, we are proud to be key partner in monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the U2SID Erasmus+ an Erasmus+ Capacity Building Project aimed at promoting comprehensive and inclusive digital transformation in the Western Balkans region. Our team participated on 27-28 March, 2024.at the workshop organized by the Mediterranean