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From: Mrs. Alba Tema Alba Tema is a young professional in the field of sustainable development of rural areas. She works as Project Officer and Researcher at the Albanian Network for Rural Development and at the same time is the National Coordinator of the Rural Youth Hub Albania. January
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
As we celebrate the holiday season and prepare to welcome 2025, the CCIS Team extends our warmest wishes for a Merry Christmas and a heartfelt thank you to all our collaborators, partners, and donors. Your support has made 2024 a truly remarkable year! Together, we’ve achieved significant milestones and built
On December 13, 2024, CCIS hosted an engaging info session at its offices with a select group of young individuals actively involved in public life in Albania. Together with Scidev, we introduced the EYDR Youth Digital Democracy Accelerator Programme, now open for applications for youth from Albania and Montenegro!This 9-month
From: Mrs. Sindi Myrta Sindi Myrta is an Assistant Researcher at CCIS and a Software Engineering student at the European University of Tirana. She is passionate about exploring new ideas and contributing to projects that bring positive change. Sindi is a young activist eager to learn, collaborate, and use her
From: Mrs. Keris Babliku Keris Babliku is a young activist and Software Engineering student at the European University of Tirana, driven by a passion for technology, innovation, and community contribution. Currently an Assistant Researcher at CCIS, she actively engages in pioneering projects that bring transformative change to Albania. CCIS YOUTH
This Friday, December 13, 2024, the CCIS team held an inspiring meeting with our selected Youth Policy Observers (Y-Os) as part of the Erasmus+ Youth Observers Project lead by Mesdheu Center. These remarkable youngsters from academia, civil society, media, business, and political forums bring diverse perspectives to the table, representing
A vital platform for thought and discussion on the socio-economic development of the northern Albanian region! Hosted by the Universiteti Shkodrës Luigj Gurakuqi and Bashkia Shkodër, this international seminar brought together over 80 researchers and experts from Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro, and Europe to present studies on Shkodra’s rich cultural heritage
Today, we celebrate National Youth Day in Albania, a moment to honor the immense potential of Albanian youth and reflect on the challenges they face in building a brighter future. The Center for Comparative and International Studies (CCIS) takes pride in placing youth at the heart of its mission. Our
Motivated young person looking forward to boosting your digital skills and contributing to a safer and more inclusive digital environment for all? – EYDR project might just have just the programme for YOU. As partner of the EYDR project, CCIS is happy to announce that the applications for the Youth