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Cognitive Behavior Therapy successfully piloted in four Albanian prisons
The European Union and Council of Europe are assisting the Albanian Prison Service in delivering the Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), aimed at better preparing prisoners for release. In this framework, on 23 June 2026, an evaluation visit was conducted in Fier Prison by a team composed of a...
Bringing property rights closer to citizens through clearer and accessible cadastral services
Access to clear and practical information is essential for safeguarding property rights, especially when it comes to owning home, land and property. While navigating cadastral procedures can often seem complex, these processes are essential to ensure that property is safe and protected. To...
ECRI calls for stronger action against hate speech and discrimination in Albania
The European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) of the Council of Europe published its seventh monitoring cycle report on Albania today, prepared following a visit to the country from 16 to 20 June 2025. The report acknowledges several positive steps taken by the authorities,...
Whole-of-Society Approach: Key to Rehabilitating Violent Extremist Offenders in the Western Balkans
Beneficiaries and public actors across the Western Balkans gathered in Durres / Albania to reshape the results of enhanced cross-border co-operation in managing violent extremist prisoners and offenders, in a 2-day conference organised with the support of the EU and Council of Europe. Experts and...
Albanian authorities advance expertise in investigating complex money laundering cases
Professionals from key Albanian law enforcement institutions, including prosecutors, investigators, border police, as well as representatives of the Customs Directorate and of the Financial Intelligence Agency took part in a series of regional trainings aimed at enhancing expertise in...
Judges and Prosecutors empowered as future trainers on the Right to Liberty and Security
“Everyone has the right to liberty and security of person. No one shall be deprived of liberty save in the following cases and in accordance with a procedure prescribed by law” states Article 5 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). With the aim of enhancing the understanding and...
Albanian authorities exchange with French counterparts on asset recovery and asset management
On 9–10 June 2026, representatives of the Agency for the Management of Seized and Confiscated Assets (AMSCA) and the Asset Recovery Office (ARO) of Albania took part in a peer-to-peer visit with French institutions. The visit, organised within the framework of the Council of Europe project...
Helping more than 2700 citizens in Albania to access their property rights
For many people in Albania, securing access to property rights can be a challenging process, as procedures often involve complex legal and administrative steps, while clear and understandable information is not always readily available, making it sometimes hard for individuals and families to...
Albania’s Constitutional and High Courts attend Council of Europe Superior Courts Meeting
Representatives of the Constitutional Court and the High Court of Albania attended the 11th session of the Superior Courts Network (SCN), held in Strasbourg on 4–5 June 2026. Ela Elezi, representing the Constitutional Court, and Emirijam Ahmetaga, representing the High Court, joined judges and...
Review of electoral administration training with Central Election Commission trainers in Albania
The analysis “Electoral Administration Trainings: Challenges and Practical Solutions - Dialogue with Trainers” was concluded on 30-31 May 2026, bringing together certified electoral trainers of the Central Election Commission of Albania. The event provided an opportunity to reflect on the current...
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