Addressing Tech-Facilitated Violence Against Women
Date: Monday, 3 February 2025
Did you know that 41% of Albanian women have experienced technology-facilitated violence in their lifetime? In this video, meet the talented finalists of the Gender Datathon as they use data to address this pressing issue in Albania. Watch as they present their innovative solutions to combat tech-facilitated violence, in this groundbreaking event organized in collaboration with the Albanian Institute of Statistics and with the support of the Governments of Sweden.
Inspiring Highlights from EXPO 2024 Albania
Date: Monday, 3 February 2025
Experience the inspiring moments that highlight the talent, creativity, and passion of women in business! At EXPO 2024 Albania satellite event, women entrepreneurs proudly showcased their innovative products and services. This fair is a powerful reminder that when women lead, extraordinary things happen.
A Powerful Training on Women's Political Participation
Date: Monday, 3 February 2025
A dynamic group of local councilors and trainers explored key topics on increasing women's participation in politics and promoting a gender-sensitive political culture in a highly impactful training session. The group engaged in a rich exchange of experiences and ideas, exceeding all expectations, as they received certificates and reflected on the invaluable lessons learned from this empowering initiative.
Reporting Through a Gender Lens - Journalists as Key Allies
Date: Monday, 3 February 2025
The media is one of UN Women’s key allies in reshaping the narrative around gender equality in the Albanian society. A testament to this partnership was the broad participation of journalists in UN Women’s annual Media Forum. Supported by the Governments of Sweden and the UK, this dynamic two-day workshop served as a platform for learning and dialogue.
Monitoring Gender-Responsive Budgets and Social Services in Albania
Date: Monday, 3 February 2025
Civil society is playing an important role in monitoring gender responsive budgeting and social services for women and girls in Albania. UN Women and the Center for Community Development "Today for the Future", presented in June 2024 the findings of five reports that examine policies and budgets for social services in several municipalities across the country: Gjirokastër, Dropull, Delvinë, Vau i Dejës, and Fushë Arrëz. Such initiatives help improve the transparency and accountability of…
Çfarë është Rezoluta 2250 e OKB-së që fuqizon te rinjtë?
Date: Tuesday, 28 January 2025
Të rinjtë kanë një rol kyç në paqen globale! Zbulo se si Rezoluta 2250 e OKB-së fuqizon zërat e rinj për një të ardhme më të mirë.
What Do Young People in Albania Think About Gender Equality?
Date: Monday, 27 January 2025
What do young people in Albania really think about gender equality? While they acknowledge key challenges such as discrimination, gender-based violence, and the impact of cultural norms, they also encourage everyone to IMAGINE. Imagine what, exactly? Watch this video to find out! This video was prepared as part of Imagine campaign, in the framework of “Youth 4 Inclusion, Equality and Trust” regional programme financed by the UN Peace Building Fund.
Empowering Young Peacebuilders in the Western Balkans
Date: Monday, 27 January 2025
A two-day training to strengthen young peacebuilders’ capacities in the Western Balkans on the Women, Peace and Security Agenda was organized in Tirana in March 2024 . Around 25 participants brainstormed and worked together on key actions they could jointly take to strengthen our communities and build a more peaceful society. The training was organized by UN Women in Albania, in collaboration with UNFPA and UNDP, as part of “Youth 4 Inclusion, Equality and Trust” regional programme financed…
EXPO 2024, Fuqizojmë Gratë Shqiptare në Sipërmarrje
Date: Monday, 27 January 2025
Përmbyllëm me sukses EXPO 2024 në Shqipëri! Gjatë dy ditëve plot me energji frymëzuese, 40 gra sipërmarrëse prezantuan bizneset e tyre dhe ndërtuan partneritete të vlefshme. Përmes workshopeve dhe takimeve Biznes me Biznes, ato fituan aftësi të reja dhe krijuan mundësi për rritje dhe zhvillim. Ky event u organizua në bashkëpunim me Ministrinë e Shtetit për Sipërmarrjen dhe Klimën e Biznesit, me mbështetje financiare nga Ambasada e Suedisë dhe Ambasada Britanike.
EXPO2024 Albania – Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
Date: Monday, 27 January 2025
We successfully wrapped up EXPO2024 in Albania! Over two inspiring days, 40 women entrepreneurs connected, showcased their businesses, and built valuable partnerships. Through workshops and B2B networking, they gained new skills and growth opportunities. The event was organized in collaboration with the Ministry of State for Entrepreneurship and Business Climate, with financial support from the Embassy of Sweden and the British Embassy.
Baballarë aktivë, familje më të lumtura!
Date: Monday, 27 January 2025
Kur baballarët janë të përfshirë, fëmijët rriten më të shëndetshëm, më të lumtur dhe kanë rezultate më të mira në shkollë. Gjithashtu, baballarët ndihen më të plotësuar, më pak të stresuar dhe janë më të shëndetshëm. Le të sfidojmë normat sociale të së kaluarës dhe të kontribuojmë bashkarisht për familje ku baballarët dhe nënat ndajnë pergjegjësitë dhe gëzimet që sjell rritja e brezit të ri. Kjo video është realizuar nga “Gruaja tek Gruaja” në partneritet me UN Women Albania & qeverinë…
Active Fathers, Happier Families in English & Albanian
Date: Friday, 24 January 2025
When dads are involved, families thrive! Kids grow up healthier, happier, and do better in school. Plus, dads feel more fulfilled, less stressed, and healthier, too. It’s time to move past old social norms and work together for families where fathers and mothers share the responsibilities and joys of raising the next generation. This video was prepared by “Gruaja tek Gruaja” NGO in Albania in partnership with UN Women Albania and Sweden in Albania, who are working with men to be present,…
Aligning Budgets with Climate and Gender Goals
Date: Friday, 24 January 2025
The Ministry of Finance, with the support of UN Women Albania and GIZ Albania, brought together key stakeholders to discuss the importance of incorporating measurable climate and gender indicators into the budget planning process. In the meeting, an enhanced guideline for preparing the Medium-Term Budgetary Plan, which includes both climate change and gender equality, was unveiled.
Fuqizojmë brezin e ri të grave në politikë
Date: Friday, 24 January 2025
Në shtator, UN Women organizoi përgjatë pesë ditëve një Trajnim për Trajnerë për lidershipin politik, duke certifikuar 14 trajnerë dhe trajnere nga fusha të ndryshme. Ato janë tashmë të pajisur me të gjitha aftësitë për të mentoruar gratë që synojnë të kandidojnë në zgjedhje, duke nxitur një brez të ri të grave në politikë.
Empowering Albania’s Future Women Leaders in Politics
Date: Friday, 24 January 2025
In September, UN Women Albania organized a five-day Training of Trainers on political leadership, certifying 14 accomplished trainers from diverse fields. These trainers are now equipped to mentor women aspiring to run in future elections, fostering the next generation of women political leaders.
Date: Friday, 24 January 2025
From 2–4 October 2024, Albania hosted its first-ever Gender Datathon, uniting researchers, students, activists, data analysts and members of women’s rights and civil society organizations to foster data literacy and drive evidence-based solutions to advance gender equality. The Gender Datathon was organized in cooperation with the National Institute of Statistics in Albania and the UN Women “Making Every Woman and Girl Count” regional programme, through the support of the Government of…
Paragjykimet gjinore: Një eksperiment social mes studentëve shqiptarë
Date: Thursday, 21 March 2024
Me rastin e 8 Marsit realizuam nje eksperiment social me studente sa i perket stereotipeve gjinore, pritshmerive tradiconale ndaj grave dhe vajzave dhe pabarazive. Mjaft interesant reagimi i tyre. Realizuar ne bashkepunim me Fakultetin e Shkencave Sociale, me mbeshtetjen financiare te qeverise suedeze.
Unveiling Gender Bias: A Social Experiment among Albanian Students
Date: Thursday, 21 March 2024
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, UN Women in Albania in cooperation with the Faculty of Social Sciences conducted a revealing social experiment. Students of the Faculty of Social Sciences were interviewed by a journalist embodying a patriarchal mindset. The students were not aware that their reactions were being recorded. Witness their thought-provoking responses to instances of discriminatory language, gender stereotypes, and macho behavior. The video was supported by the…
‘Voices of YOUth’ research in the Western Balkans
Date: Tuesday, 9 January 2024
Toxic masculinities, rigid gender stereotypes, hate speech and media representation of traditional gender roles increase the risk of violence, particularly against women, which is considered to be the most widespread form of violence throughout the region – according to a new research supported by UN Women. The findings and recommendations of the research were shared during an event in Tirana with young researchers, youth networks and institutions from across the Western Balkans.
EXPO2023 e Grave Sipermarrese ne Shqiperi
Date: Tuesday, 9 January 2024
Nje prej aktiviteteve me te suksesshme te vitit. 40+ gra sipermarrese, pjesemarrese ne #EXPO2023 ne Tirane, ne muajin tetor, ndane eksperiencat e tyre ne fushen e biznesit dhe nisen partneritete te reja mes tyre.