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Liberal Institute of Tirana Pashko (ILP) is officially registered on June 27, 2022, building on extensive experience in project development, stakeholder engagement, and media expertise, including personal data protection. The establishment of ILP responds to the need to integrate liberal concepts and structural reforms in a dynamic society. Evolving from more than 20 years of initiatives since 2002, ILP strengthens its identity as a dedicated think tank, reinforcing its liberal dimension in Tirana.

Summary of the project

The main goal of this project is to strengthen the protection of privacy and the security of personal data for vulnerable groups in Tirana, by raising awareness, skills, and capacities to manage and protect sensitive information. The project aims to contribute to the creation of a data security culture, aligned with international and national standards, reducing the risk of abuse and misuse of personal data in marginalized communities.

Project goals

• Increase the capacity of 100 citizens in Tirana from vulnerable groups through practical training on data security standards and best practices, empowering them to protect and securely manage their personal data.
• Develop and launch an online platform that will serve as a central resource for sharing educational materials on data protection, providing continuous access to guides, training, and informative resources for citizens and interested communities.
• Establish a sustainable partnership with 5 public institutions to strengthen legal and regulatory mechanisms for personal data protection, contributing to their alignment with national and international data security standards.

Main activities:

Opening Conference “Strengthening Privacy and Data Security for Vulnerable Groups in Tirana.”
Organization of at least 5 practical training sessions for citizens
Creation and development of the Online Platform for education on personal data protection
Informational and Awareness Campaign
Establishment of partnerships with public institutions
Establishment of an inter-institutional and civil network to ensure personal data security.
Organization of the Closing Conference “Strengthening Privacy and Data Security for Vulnerable Groups in Tirana.”

This project aims to protect women and girls from digital abuse and privacy violations while enhancing the capacity of service providers to effectively manage digital harassment cases. It also seeks to raise awareness about the consequences of digital violence, emphasize the importance of online privacy, and advocate for stronger legislation and policies to safeguard women and girls from online abuse. Currently, Albania lacks adequate legislation and effective technological tools to protect online data. The Gender Justice Center will focus on improving the ability of service providers to handle digital violence cases, raising awareness about online data protection, and advocating for better laws and policies.

Project Goals:

• Strengthen the capacity of service providers to protect victims and effectively manage cases of digital violence.
• Raise awareness and educate youth and the community about the consequences of digital violence against women and girls, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding online privacy.
• Advocate for improved legislation and policies to better protect women and girls from violations of online privacy and digital violence.

Target groups and beneficiaries

• Employees of member institutions of the Coordinated Referral Mechanisms at the local level
• Women and girls, victims of digital violence.
• Youth aged 15-18
• The community as a whole

Main activities:

• 12 training sessions with members of the Coordinated Referral Mechanisms (MKR)
• Informational sessions with youth
• Advocacy initiatives- The organization will advocate for the inclusion of measures in the Penal Code to protect data in the digital space and victims of digital violence.
• An informative and awareness-raising video titled “Protecting Online Privacy” will be produced.
• Infographics with the project results

Summary of the project:

This project aims to contribute to the creation of an efficient healthcare system for Albanian citizens and reduce corruption in the management of public funds in the healthcare sector. The proposed project is fully aligned with the 2024-2030 Intersectoral Anti-Corruption Strategy, specifically with the third policy objective: Raising awareness and education against corruption. Its first activity will collect data on corruption in the healthcare sector and its impact on public health, providing a basis for further interventions. The inclusion of civil society and media will increase attention and promote accountability, while a public awareness campaign will educate citizens on the consequences of corruption and encourage them to defend their healthcare rights.

Project goal(s): The goal of the proposed project is to contribute to the creation of a fair and efficient healthcare system in Albania by improving the management of public funds in the healthcare sector, raising awareness about corruption, and reducing abuses in fund management to strengthen the healthcare system and ensure quality healthcare services for Albanian citizens.

Who will benefit from the project?

The Ministry of Health and Social Protection,

public institutions providing healthcare services

Community

Main activities:

Comprehensive analysis of high-level corruption cases in the healthcare sector.
Publication of a summary of the analysis.
A Roundtable to share the findings of the comprehensive analysis.
Public awareness campaign on the impact of corruption.
Preparation and distribution of informational materials for social media

Institute of Romani Culture in Albania (IRCA) was officially established in July 2011 by a group of highly educated Roma as a non-for-profit Roma youth organization. IRCA enables the equal and sustainable development of Roma community through advocacy, mobilization, empowerment, cooperation, as well as equal participation in democratic processes, equal access into the rights and services and the promotion of the Roma Culture and identity.

Short project description

This project aims to contribute to the fight against corruption in Albania, focusing on high-level corruption, by promoting a culture of accountability and reporting within the Romani community, civil society, media, and public administration. It seeks to empower these groups with the tools and training necessary to identify and report corruption, while also enhancing transparency and accountability within public institutions, with a special emphasis on education and healthcare. Aligned with national anti-corruption strategies and the SMART Balkans initiative, this proposal specifically addresses the challenges faced by the Romani community in these sectors. In Albania, corruption remains a significant barrier to progress, especially for marginalized groups like the Romani community.

Project goal: The goal of the project is to strengthen the capacity of the Romani community to combat corruption, establish anti-corruption clubs, and increase corruption reporting within the healthcare and education sectors.

Target groups and beneficiaries

The Romani community in the target areas and nationally;

Public sector employees, particularly in education and healthcare, at both local and central levels;

Youth and students;

Civil society and the media;

Main activities:

Training Academy: A 4-day intensive training program for 70 representatives from the Romani community and public institutions will focus on raising awareness about corruption, teaching reporting mechanisms, and building capacity to identify and report corruption cases.

Romani Community Meetings: Seminars in Tirana, Elbasan, Durrës, and Gjirokastër will engage at least 150 Romani community members in discussions on corruption in education and healthcare sectors, school roles in prevention, and public service transparency.

Anti-Corruption Clubs: Anti-Corruption Clubs will be established in 8 schools and healthcare institutions to promote transparency and combat corruption through debates and awareness campaigns.

Media Awareness Campaign: A media campaign will increase public awareness of corruption and the importance of reporting it, using various media tools to reach the target audience

Albania Sustainable Development Organization (ASDO) aims to contribute to sustainable development through innovation, education, and institutional capacity-building. The organization focuses on strengthening privacy and cybersecurity policies in Albania by offering training for Data Protection Officers (DPOs), assisting institutions in compliance with GDPR, and supporting public institutions and businesses in implementing data protection regulations.

Short project description

The main goal of this project is to improve security and stability in Albania, with a focus on personal data protection. As Albania works to align its legislation with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), companies and public institutions will be required to appoint Data Protection Officers (DPOs). This new obligation has created an urgent need to train personnel for these roles, ensuring they are prepared to oversee and implement data protection policies in line with national and EU regulations. The project will build the capacity of DPOs in both the public and private sectors and institutionalize data protection training in Albania to ensure long-term sustainability.

Project goal(s): The main goal of the project is to enhance security and stability in Albania, with a specific focus on personal data protection, by building the capacity of Data Protection Officers

Who will benefit from the project?

The ultimate beneficiaries will be Albanian citizens, who will benefit from stronger protection of their personal data, as well as companies and institutions that will comply with the legislation, avoiding fines and legal penalties.

Main activities

The development of training materials for Data Protection Officers will involve analyzing Albanian and European legislation

Key recommendations for creating an updated and sustainable curriculum for Data Protection Officers training in the country.

Training of Trainers (ToT) will be conducted for 25 participants from public and state entities.

Sustainability of the Module: By promoting the training curriculum to state institutions and private companies, the goal is for this curriculum to become an integral part of their operational processes.

A Final Report will be prepared on the progress of the project, the recommendations made, and the developed curriculum.

Development and Implementation of Communication and Promotion Strategy

Summary of the project

The project aims to combat fake news by reducing its spread and impact, providing the media and the public with reliable tools to identify and counter disinformation and misinformation. The goal is to foster a healthier and more trustworthy media environment by improving the quality of information circulating on both traditional and digital platforms. The project’s impact will be reflected in increased public awareness of how to identify fake news, greater trust in the media through the publication of clarified information, and the exposure of false news, ultimately establishing the media as a reliable source of information. Additionally, a regulatory and responsive framework will be created to minimize the influence of fake news. This project will contribute to enhanced transparency, strengthened fact-checking processes, and the development of a more informed community resilient to disinformation.

Project goals:

The project aims to create a digital platform, titled ‘blacklist page,’ for identifying fake news, fact-checking, and reporting disinformation within a popular online news outlet. Increasing Public Awareness on Fake News: The project aims to raise public awareness about fake news through media literacy education.

Who will benefit from the project?

The beneficiaries of the project include citizens, media outlets, journalists, political parties, and other institutions involved in election-related matters, social cohesion, and security.

Main activities

The creation of the ‘Black Page’ subpage, which will be an integral part of a verified portal for sustainability, with professional publications and a wide audience on social media and the internet.

Human and AI-based monitoring of fake news on online media, traditional media, and social media.

Publishing and explaining fake news on the ‘Black Page’. Fake news will be published and explained, highlighting why they are false and how they can be prevented from circulating or made harmless.

Publishing simple, clear guides on how the public can identify fake news, the risks they pose, how they function, and how they influence decision-making.

A promotional campaign for the online media, the subpage as a whole, and its informative and explanatory products on social media