Horizontal Facility III News Section
Albania strengthens prison staff preparedness to manage and rehabilitate violent extremist prisoners
A new training framework, developed with the support of the European Union and the Council of Europe, will help Albanian prison practitioners strengthen their skills in detecting signs of radicalisation, managing violent extremist prisoners (VEPs) and supporting their rehabilitation and...
Albanian probation professionals pave the way for stronger professional development
Probation professionals from across Albania have identified key steps to strengthen the capacity-building system of the Probation Service, including induction, continuous training and the development of internal expertise to support more effective rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders....
Strategic roundtable to advance protection of LGBTI rights convenes in Tirana
Tirana hosted a National Strategic Roundtable on the Protection and Advancement of LGBTI Rights, bringing together high-level government representatives, civil society, experts, and international partners. The event, part of the activities of IDAHOT 2026, was organised by the Ministry of Health...
Transparency of Court Communication Strengthens Albanian Judiciary
Albania’s justice system is evolving to deliver not just equal justice, but also greater trust and transparency through open, effective communication. Recognising the judiciary’s key role in building public confidence, a dedicated workshop was recently held in Tirana with support from the EU and...
“Together with Family:” – The 17th Festival of Diversity Kicks off in Albania to mark IDAHOT
It is May and as every year, we unite to celebrate diversity and human dignity in Albania, reaffirming the commitment to challenge discrimination and promote inclusion for all. The 17th Festival of Diversity in the framework of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia is...
From Syria to Reintegration: Supporting Violent Extremist Offenders in the Probation System in Albania
In her dark clothing, Fatime* sits quietly, seemingly uninterested in any conversation, waits impatiently to meet her Probation Officer in Tirana. Every three months, she is required to report and discuss her progress with the probation authorities. She is one of the nine women who returned in...
Advancing Self-Identification of National Minorities through Dialogue and Community Engagement
After the successful roundtable in Kukës, the European Union and Council of Europe anti-discrimination action and the OSCE Presence in Albania supported the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Committee for National Minorities in organising another roundtable, this time in Dervican (Dropull)....
Aligning Albania’s Media Regulatory Framework with European Digital Standards
In a significant step towards modernising Albania's media landscape, the European Union and Council of Europe, in close co-operation with the Albanian Audiovisual Media Authority (AMA), hosted a two-day roundtable in Tirana. Representatives from AMA, government officials, and experts from the...
Hate Speech in Albania: Despite increased awareness, it is perceived to be on the rise
The latest edition of the study “Beyond Definitions: A Call for Action Against Hate Speech in Albania” reveals significant patterns of hate speech in the country, showing both progress in awareness and gaps in action. According to the findings, 97% of respondents are now familiar with the concept...
Reinforcing the Financial Intelligence Agency’s role in safeguarding Albania’s financial system
To address the evolving risks of financial crimes, the role of the Financial Intelligence Agency remains crucial, as one of Albania’s key institutions to detect and prevent money laundering, terrorism financing and proliferation financing. To strengthen the knowledge and operational skills of...