The investigation of cases against journalists and media workers remains an important issue in Albania, key to fostering a safe environment, where journalists can exercise...
Media Landscape – February 2025 Brief
March 3, 2025
This edition of the Media Landscape Brief provides an in-depth overview of the significant developments in Albania’s media landscape during February 2025. Overview of Recent...
Annual Report Tracking Albania’s Progress on Media Freedom towards EU Standards
February 24, 2025
The Center for Science and Innovation for Development (SCiDEV) and the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network in Albania (BIRN Albania) and the have published their latest...
Women in STEM in the Green Transition
February 20, 2025
On 11 February 2025, the Network of Albanian Women in STEM (NAWSTEM) hosted a dynamic event in celebration of the International Day of Women and...
Workshop with Journalists and Prosecutors on the Standards of Freedom of Expression and Freedom of Journalists
February 19, 2025
In Albania, ensuring the safety of journalists and promoting freedom of expression continue to be of paramount importance. Journalists face diverse challenges—including threats and harassment—that...
Tirana Science Talks – Political Representation and Gender Equality
February 18, 2025
On February 13, 2025, SCiDEV launched the first session of Tirana Science Talks, a flagship initiative dedicated to bridging the gap between research and...
Statement on the Initiation of Proceedings to Dismiss the RTSH Steering Council
February 10, 2025
On 10 February 2025, the Education & Public Information Parliamentary Committee unanimously voted to initiate the dismissal of the chairman and eight members of the...
Media Landscape – January 2025 Brief
February 8, 2025
This edition of the Media Landscape Brief provides an in-depth overview of the significant developments in Albania’s media landscape during January 2025. Overview of Recent...
Open Call: Sub-Grants to Support Local Media Outlets in Albania – Second Round
February 7, 2025
BIRN Albania is launching a second call for sub-grants in support of local media outlets in Albania (NGOs), which will provide them with technical, editorial...
I don’t answer personal questions* – A short reflection on personal data protection in Albania
February 3, 2025
*unless it is required by law Privacy week 2025 (27-31 January) took place in an interesting context for Albania, that of the approval (February 3rd)...
EDUFAIR Kicks off: Reflections on the Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
January 30, 2025
Advancing quality higher education in Western Balkans through facilitating AI Integration in Teaching, Learning and Research” – EDUFAIR officially kicked off on January 27th, in...
Statement of SCiDEV on the Suspension of RTSH Director General Selection Process
January 30, 2025
On January 30, 2025, the Steering Council of the Albanian Radio and Television (RTSH) announced the suspension of the selection process for the new Director...
Public Statement on the Irregularities in the Selection of the RTSH Director General
January 28, 2025
On January 27, 2025, the Steering Council of RTSH took steps towards the selection process for the new Director General of RTSH, shortlisting two candidates...
Digital Rights in Albania – 2024 Year in Review
January 27, 2025
In today’s digital age, upholding digital rights is essential to safeguarding democracy, the rule of law, and citizens’ freedoms. Recognizing the importance of a free,...
Political parties and candidates must respect media freedom & transparency for the general elections of May 11, 2025
January 22, 2025
As Albania prepares for the Parliamentary Elections, to be held on May 11, 2025, we, the undersigned media freedom organizations and civil society organizations, call...
Media Landscape – December 2024 Brief
January 7, 2025
This edition of the Media Landscape Brief provides an overview of the significant developments in Albania’s media environment during December 2024. Overview of cases of...
Key Findings from the Study on Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI) Threats in Albania
January 6, 2025
In partnership with the International Republican Institute (IRI), SCiDEV conducted a study focusing on the vulnerabilities and responses to Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI)...
Year-end gathering with journalists: 2024 review and 2025 outlook in media freedom and journalist safety
December 23, 2024
Organized by SCiDEV in collaboration with BIRN Albania and Qendra Faktoje, the year-end gathering with journalists to review 2024 developments and 2025 expectations in media...
SCiDEV’s statement regarding the decision to block access to TikTok in Albania for one year
December 23, 2024
SCiDEV is closely following developments stemming from a recent statement to block access to TikTok in Albania for a year. We are gathering information, conducting...
Media Landscape – November 2024 Brief
December 6, 2024
This edition of the Media Landscape Brief provides an overview of the significant developments in Albania’s media environment during November 2024. Overview of cases of...
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