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The publication of the European Innovation Scoreboard (EIS) 2026 offers more than a snapshot of Albania’s innovation performance it provides a strategic reflection on where the country stands today and what must be done to build a more competitive, resilient and knowledge-driven economy. The report confirms that Albania continues to be classified
As a student of Industrial Engineering and an active participant in numerous CCIS initiatives, I have witnessed first-hand the power of youth engagement in shaping democracy and driving societal change in Albania and the Western Balkans. My work in projects focusing on decision-making, employment, and civic participation has taught me
CCIS is pleased to present a new contribution to the Youth Observers Blog Series, featuring the perspectives of young researchers and professionals on emerging public policy challenges. In “Empowering Albanian Youth: Digital Rights in the AI Era,” Alis Ahmetaj explores the importance of strengthening digital literacy, promoting digital rights, and
CCIS is pleased to present a new contribution to the Youth Observers Blog Series, highlighting the perspectives of young professionals on key public policy challenges. In her latest article, “The Silent Shout of Rural Youth: Public Institutions Have Failed to Listen Again,” Alba Tema explores the opportunities and challenges facing
Prepared by: Nea Xhindi Ms. Nea Xhindi, a student at Clemson University College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Science, USA, and a fellow at the Center for Comparative and International Studies (CCIS) in Albania, contributed to the Erasmus+ CBHE “DIGITCRESHE“; project, funded by the EU. This article, authored as part
The CCIS Youth Observers Blog Series continues with a new contribution exploring one of the most important challenges facing education systems today. In “Fighting Corruption in Education: A Student’s Perspective on Change in Albania,” Sindi Myrta, Assistant Researcher at CCIS and a Software Engineering student at the European University of
As part of the “A Cross Regional Predictive Model for Youth Policy Shaping – Youth Observers” project, CCIS is pleased to launch the Youth Observers Blog Series, a platform dedicated to amplifying young people’s perspectives on public policy and societal issues. The series showcases articles written by members of the