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EDUFAIR | Strengthening AI Capacity in Higher Education As the Quality Assurance, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) partner of the EDUFAIR Erasmus+ Project, the Center for Comparative and International Studies (CCIS) is committed to ensuring that project activities deliver measurable results, institutional impact, and sustainable change across higher education institutions
Are you motivated, curious, and ready to actively engage in civic and EU-related issues while shaping your vision for the future of Europe? CCIS is pleased to share the open call to join the #ENGAGEUROPE Community – Mobilising Citizens for the Future of European Democracy through Data-driven Advocacy, Engagement, and Mobility!Through transnational exchanges,
CCIS is committed to supporting the continuous professional development of its researchers and experts through active participation in European research and policy networks. As part of the COST Action CA24167 – HUMAN-IT, Gentjana Zeneli, researcher and expert affiliated with CCIS, participated in the COST Academy training “Understanding EU Decision-Making Processes
The Center for Comparative and International Studies (CCIS) and Luarasi University held a coordination meeting to advance the implementation of the CORE-ED Academy project, focusing on the development of one of its key academic deliverables: the Complete Package of Training Guides and Manuals. Led by CCIS, with contributions from all
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
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
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.
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
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
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