On June 2, 2023, Social Inclusion for Development (SIFD) held a workshop in Lezhë to kick off their project “Legal Education for the Citizens of Lezhë” focusing on the 2014 Administrative-Territorial Reform. The event was attended by 29 participants from the Administrative Unit of Shëkoll and surrounding villages.
Key Points Covered:
- Introduction: Ms. Vasilika Laska, SIFD’s General Coordinator, welcomed participants and introduced the project, highlighting the organization’s mission and recent achievements. She also acknowledged the support from SMART Balkans.
- Workshop Content: Facilitator Mr. Bardhok Ndreca led discussions on:
- The nature of the 2014 reform and its goals.
- The impact of the reform on decentralizing local power.
- Anticipated changes brought by the reform.
- The distinction between local and central authority.
The workshop provided a detailed understanding of the reform’s implications for local governance, and participants showed keen interest in further engagement with the project.