CCIS Research & Publications Archive

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Training of Trainers për Kurrikulën mbi Shërbimet Publike dhe Mbikëqyrjen nga Këshillat Bashkiakë

Training of Trainers për Kurrikulën mbi Shërbimet Publike dhe Mbikëqyrjen nga Këshillat Bashkiakë Më 26–27 mars 2026, ekspertët e Qendrës për Studime Krahasuese dhe Ndërkombëtare (CCIS) zhvilluan Training of Trainers (ToT) për kurrikulën nr. 3 me temë: “Politikat, instrumentet (entet/ndërmarrjet) për shërbimet publike dhe mbikëqyrja nga këshilli e performancës dhe

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Youth Observers Project | From Youth Participation to Youth-Led Policymaking

Youth participation is widely recognised as a cornerstone of democratic governance. Yet, across the Western Balkans, translating this commitment into meaningful and sustained engagement remains an ongoing challenge. The Youth Observers (Y-O) Model project, implemented under the Erasmus+ Capacity Building in the Field of Youth programme, introduced an innovative approach

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CCIS Annual Report 2025 | A Year of Growth, Partnership and Impact

The Center for Comparative and International Studies (CCIS) is pleased to present its 2025 Annual Report, reflecting a year of strengthened partnerships, international cooperation, and impactful initiatives across Albania and the wider region. Throughout 2025, CCIS continued to advance its mission of promoting evidence-based policymaking, applied research, and institutional capacity-building.

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New Project: ENGAGEUROPE – Mobilising Citizens for the Future of European Democracy through Data-driven Advocacy, Engagement and Mobility

We are excited to announce a new project, ENGAGEUROPE – Mobilising Citizens for the Future of European Democracy through Data-driven Advocacy, Engagement, and Mobility, where CCIS is a partner. In a time when democratic participation and trust in institutions are increasingly challenged across Europe, ENGAGEUROPE brings together civil society and

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EYDR |Project Summary Report

Digital participation extends beyond access to technology and the development of digital skills. A fundamental challenge for democratic societies is ensuring that young people are actively involved in shaping the policies, governance frameworks, and decisions that define the digital environment. As a partner in the EYDR – Youth Participation in

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International Women’s Day | Celebrating Women’s Leadership and Advancing Gender Equality

On International Women’s Day, the Center for Comparative and International Studies (CCIS) celebrates the achievements, leadership, and contributions of women across all sectors of society. Promoting gender equality, women’s participation, and inclusive decision-making remains an integral part of CCIS’ mission. Through research, policy dialogue, capacity-building initiatives, and international partnerships, we

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Youth Observers | From Participation to Policy Impact

Over the past two years, young people from Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Italy have gone from observers to active contributors to public policymaking. Through research, dialogue, and regional cooperation, they have explored key issues affecting young people, including employment, mental health, civic participation, and democratic engagement, transforming their ideas

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CCIS at the Launch of the Switzerland–Albania Cooperation Programme 2026–2028

The Center for Comparative and International Studies (CCIS) was honoured to participate in the launch of the Switzerland–Albania Cooperation Programme 2026–2028, represented by Senior Expert Prof. Dr. Nevila Xhindi. Through its Good Governance portfolio, CCIS has contributed to strengthening democratic governance and evidence-based policymaking in Albania. A key milestone has

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HUMAN-IT COST Action CA24167 | Launch of Networking Activities and Grant Opportunities

The Center for Comparative and International Studies (CCIS), as the Grant Holder Institution of COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT, is pleased to announce the launch of the Action’s networking activities and grant opportunities, designed to strengthen scientific collaboration, researcher mobility, knowledge exchange, and research capacity across the network. Applications are

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EU4LMI | Konsultim Vendor në Kamëz për Punësimin Gjithëpërfshirës të të Rinjve që Nuk Dëgjojnë

Në kuadër të projektit “Thyerja e Barrierave: Fuqizimi i të Rinjve që Nuk Dëgjojnë për Punësim Gjithëpërfshirës në Shqipëri”, Qendra për Studime Krahasuese dhe Ndërkombëtare (QSKN/CCIS) zhvilloi një takim konsultues në Kamëz, me pjesëmarrjen e anëtarëve të komunitetit që nuk dëgjon, përfaqësuesve të institucioneve vendore dhe aktorëve të tjerë të

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