Scidev Center

Scidev Center has been a member of Linktree for 3 years and joined in July 2022. Besides social media accounts, scidev has populated their site with: • Tirana Science Talks 5 — Aty ku lumi puqet me detin: Një udhëtim në mbretërinë e shpendëve të Vjosës–Nartës • Civil Society Organisations Demand Protection of Protesters' Rights and Independent Investigation into Ill-Treatment After 2 July Protest - SCiDEV • Open Call: Strengthening Regional Temporary Relocation Pathways for Human Rights Defenders - SCiDEV • Young People in Elbasan Call for Deeper Digital Rights Training during SCiDEV Workshop - SCiDEV • Call for Legal Expert / Legal Researcher – SCiDEV • Podcasti “Rinia 1 0 1”, Episodi 3 : Bullizmi kibernetik • Podcasti “Rinia 1 0 1”, Episodi 2 : Platforma që nxisin pjesëmarrjen digjitale të të rinjve në vend • Statement on the announced procedure for the election of the public broadcaster General Director – SCiDEV • Media Landscape – December 2024 Brief – SCiDEV • Tik Tok Access • How a Jared Kushner-Backed Resort Is Putting Albania’s EU Bid at Risk - Newsweek • Open Call for Mentors: Strengthening Small and Local Media in the Western Balkans – SCiDEV • EYDR Final Conference: Towards engaged, connected & empowered youth in the digital democracy – SCiDEV • Podcasti “Rinia 1 0 1”, Episodi 1 : Inteligjenca Artificiale dhe Verifikimi i Fakteve • Reflection with Albanian Local Media Outlets on Ethical Journalism • Civil society organisations call for proportionality and procedural safeguards in protest-related proceedings - SCiDEV • ADRA Final Event: Exploring Artificial Intelligence Regulations and Developments for Albania • SMS Facility – Small Media Support in the Western Balkans – SCiDEV • Call for Journalists and Researchers on Media Freedom and Journalists' Safety in Albania - BIRN • New Publication: “Migrant Workers in Albania: What Remains Underreported Beyond the Economic Narrative” - SCiDEV • Q&A within the Public Call for Applications for Small Grants for technical/organizational interventions • European fetsival of civic education • ENGAGEUROPE Youth & Democracy Forum starts Europe wide discussion on the future of Western Balkans and the EU - SCiDEV • Open Call: Grants for Technical/Organizational Interventions for Small Media Outlets in the Western Balkans – SCiDEV • TechWomen Application • Analytical Report: Resilience and Gaps in Albania’s Responses to Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference • The Flamingo Revolution and the limits of evidence for “hybrid warfare” - SCiDEV • SCiDEV Hosts Advocacy Event in Brussels: Mobilising the Diaspora and Advancing Mobility-Driven Research for EU Integration – SCiDEV • Year-end gathering with journalists to review 2024 developments and 2025 expectations in media freedom and journalist safety • 8th Joint Science Conference – SCiDEV advocates for increased funding in research and innovation – SCiDEV • Civil Society Condemns Public Targeting of BIRN Albania’s Executive Director - SCiDEV • Open Call: Regional Youth Leadership Mobility Programme (RYLMP) 2025-2026 • Apply for a cybersecurity internship | British Council • TechWomen – Mentorship and exchange program for women leaders in STEM – SCiDEV • TechWomen ZOOM registration • Youth & Democracy Forum in Tirana: Exploring the Europe of Tomorrow - SCiDEV • Regjistrohu Tirana Science Talks 3 — Ndikimi i Arkitekturës dhe Teknikave të Ndërtimit në Mjedis, Klimë dhe Shëndet • IGNITA Initiative – Open Society Foundations Western Balkans • Media Landscape – October 2024 Brief – SCiDEV • Strengthening Journalist Safety in Albania: From Dialogue to Practical Mechanisms - SCiDEV • Upcoming Roundtable: Addressing Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence – Responsibilities of Quadruple Helix Actors – SCiDEV • 10th anniversary of the Berlin Process: SCiDEV’s Contribution on Mobility, Innovation and WB6 Regional Development in Focus – SCiDEV • European Commission’s 2024 Report Highlights Persistent Obstacles to Media Freedom in Albania – SCiDEV • Mapping of Youth Participation in Digital Rights • Study Report on “Gender-Sensitive Journalism in Albania: A Skills Assessment” – SCiDEV • Joint Science Conference Berlin Process • A study on DMA, DSA and AI in the Western Balkans – SCiDEV • Civil Society Calls for Transparent and Substantive Law-Making in Albania’s EU Integration Process - SCiDEV • EDUFAIR Workshop: Academic Integrity in the Times of AI – Upholding Ethics While Pushing Boundaries – SCiDEV • Media Landscape – November 2024 Brief – SCiDEV • Media Freedom in Albania: a Shadow Report – SCiDEV • Regjistrohu: Sesioni informues për Thirrjen e Dytë të Granteve të projektit SMS Facility • Upcoming National Conference: Women at the Forefront – Strengthening Inclusive Media in Albania – SCiDEV • Webinar on Addressing Key Challenges to Media Freedom in Albania and Serbia • Media Landscape Brief: September 2024 – SCiDEV • AMA & Tik Tok Collaboration • Second call open: Apply for content production grants for small media in the Western Balkans - Journalift • Launch Event & Foundation Training: 4th edition of Regional Youth Leadership Mobility Programme (RYLMP) – SCiDEV • Open Call: Join ENGAGEUROPE Community! - SCiDEV • Call for Expert: Development of Internal Procedures for Local Media Organizations in Journalist Safety and Reporting Protocols for Vulnerable Groups • EU membership in sight for Albania, but ending negotiations by 2027 remains a challenge - European Western Balkans • NECE Festival • Youth Participation and Evidence-Based Policy: RYLMP Fellows Test Policy Ideas During Tirana Mobility - SCiDEV • A Declaration by SCiDEV – SCiDEV • Register for the Webinar: Media Freedom in the Western Balkans – SCiDEV • “When it comes to China, we’re not dealing with classic disinformation campaigns”: How Albania’s information space is primed for Chinese propaganda | RSF • CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: SCIDEV IS HIRING A COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST – SCiDEV • What it Takes to Run a Local Newsroom in Elbasan: The case of ElbasaniOn - SCiDEV • EYDR Application link • The safety of women journalists and media workers – Albania Brief 2025 • EYDR Zoom Info Session registration • SCiDEV Highlights the Need for Legislative Quality, Transparency and Meaningful Participation in Albania’s EU Accession Process • Open Call: Youth Digital Democracy Accelerator Programme – SCiDEV • Journalist Safety in Albania: The Sami Curri Case Tests Implementation of Protection Mechanisms • TechWomen Info Session Albania • Structural Risks in Albania’s Digital Space: Key Takeaways from Discussions with Journalists, Academics and Civil Society • Burning of Journalist’s Car in Bulqizë Raises Deep Concern • Final_Report_Need_Assessment_Survey_of_Digital Literacies_U2SID.pdf • The Right to the City as a Universal Collective Right – Tirana Science Talks with Ervin Goci • Between Automation and Accountability: AI and Journalism in Albania - SCiDEV • Website • Tirana Science Talks 4 — E Drejta mbi Qytetin: Protesta, Publiku & Hapësira Urbane • LinkedIn • SCiDEV Convenes Prosecutors, Law Enforcement, and the Media Community on the Implementation of the January 2026 Criminal Code Amendments - SCiDEV • Instagram • scidevcenter.org • Facebook • WISA Launch Highlights Structural Gaps in Digital Safety and Labour Protection for Women in Media in Albania - SCiDEV • X (Former Twitter) • Shpifja në Shqipëri: Zgjedhja e instrumentit të duhur për një problem real - Reporter.al • Youth as Partners, Not Beneficiaries: What the Y-O Model Achieved and Where It Points Next - SCiDEV • RYLMP fellows inquire public policies during mobility in Skopje - SCiDEV • New Initiative to Strengthen Digital Safety and Support for Women in Media in Albania - SCiDEV • Open Call for Expert for Digital Media Mapping Methodology and Survey Design - SCiDEV • Open Call for Research Analyst Expert - SCiDEV • Empowering Public Watchdogs to Counter Disinformation and Strengthen Democratic Resilience in Europe - CIVIC_ACT - SCiDEV • Mobilising Citizens for the Future of European Democracy through Data-driven Advocacy, Engagement, and Mobility - ENGAGEUROPE - SCiDEV • Civil Society Calls on Parliament Not to Undermine Transparency, Parliamentary Scrutiny, and Public Consultation in Accelerated Procedures for EU Integration Legislation - SCiDEV • Annual Report 2025: Tracking Albania’s Progress on Media Freedom and Journalistic Safety in Line with European Union Standards - SCiDEV • SCiDEV welcomes the Constitutional Court's decision on the TikTok ban in Albania - SCiDEV • RYLMP Fellows build their capacities in research and advocacy - SCiDEV • EYDR Project Summary Report • Empowering Parents in the Age of Artificial Intelligence - SCiDEV • Unbiased Media as a Rule of Law Resilience Resource - SCiDEV • “You’ve Sold Your Soul to the Donors” - A reflection from within Civil Society about what it means to remain engaged - SCiDEV • Youth Observers Speak: Shaping policy making in Albania, North Macedonia, and Italy - SCiDEV • SCiDEV Publishes Working Paper on Albania's Path Towards Alignment with the EU AI Act - SCiDEV • Masterclass Announcement: Parents for Safer Artificial Intelligence Use - SCiDEV • Youth Guarantee in Albania: Youth Policy Brief Identifies Structural Risks to Long Term Effectiveness - SCiDEV • Open Call for Investigative Journalism and Research on Media Freedom and Journalists’ Safety in Albania - BIRN • 5 Years of NAWSTEM – Reflecting on Achievements and Co-creating the Future - SCiDEV • Joint Statement: Democratic Reform of Public Broadcaster RTSH Remains the Only Viable Option in Albania - SCiDEV • Youth Mental Health and Employment in Albania: What Young People Are Telling Policymakers - SCiDEV • Civil Society Calls for Full Decriminalisation of Defamation in Albania - SCiDEV • When Protection Becomes Permission: Risks of Regulating Journalism as a Profession - SCiDEV • A Positive Step Forward for Media Ownership Transparency, with Further Legal Certainty Needed for Effective Implementation – SCiDEV • Joint Civil Society Statement on the Full Decriminalisation of Defamation and Equal Protection of Freedom of Expression – SCiDEV • SCiDEV SNAPSHOT 2025 - Impact & Achievements • RYLMP Launch: Strengthening Youth Leadership through Regional Cooperation, Evidence-Based Advocacy, and Mobility – SCiDEV • The Anatomy of a Decision Restricting Digital Rights: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly – SCiDEV • SCiDEV and AHC publish policy paper that addresses Human Rights protection in the age of AI – SCiDEV • SCiDEV Statement on Sector-Specific Decriminalisation of Defamation: European Standards Require a General Approach – SCiDEV • From Evidence to Practice: SCiDEV Publishes Gender Equality Policy Manual for Media in Albania – SCiDEV • Contracts signed for 27 Small grants for media content production – SCiDEV • Women at the Forefront: National Conference Highlights the Need for Systemic Change in Albanian Media – SCiDEV • Full Recap Video "Women at the Forefront: Strengthening Inclusive Media in Albania" – National Conference Highlights • Students Need Stronger Guidance on Ethical and Responsible AI Use, EDUFAIR Workshop Shows – SCiDEV • Summary of Roundtable “Protecting Human Rights in the age of Artificial Intelligence: EU and Albanian legislation approaches” – SCiDEV • The Impact of Architecture and Construction Techniques on Environment, Climate and Health – Tirana Science Talks (TST 3) – SCiDEV • SCiDEV Supports Regional Declaration on Improving the Safety of Women Journalists in the Western Balkans – SCiDEV • “Limited Progress” No More: Roundtable Calls for Accountability in Strengthening Media Freedom – SCiDEV • SCiDEV Brings Western Balkans Voices to Brussels: Mobility, Research, and Diaspora as Engines of EU Convergence • Law Students Engage in Practical Workshop on Media Freedom and Journalists’ Safety • Empowering Local Media: SCiDEV Signs New Grants with Five Media Outlets under the SMS Facility – SCiDEV • SCiDEV Supports EDUFAIR Universities in Albania and Kosovo in Developing Institutional AI Strategies and Ethical Guidelines – SCiDEV • Youth Policy Briefs: Youth for Youth – A proposal to foster digital participation – EYDR • Youth Policy Briefs: Tech-Facilitated Gender Based Violence in Albania – EYDR • Youth Policy Brief: AI in Fact Checking – EYDR • Hate Speech: A Symptom of a Weary Democracy – SCiDEV • 9th Joint Science Conference of the Berlin Process – Strengthening the Role of Science in Democratic Resilience – SCiDEV • Western Balkans Summit on the Berlin Process, 22 October 2025: Chair's Conclusions - GOV.UK • Freedom of Expression Under the EU Growth Plan – Albania Must Turn Commitments into Action – SCiDEV • SCiDEV’s Memo “On the Edge of Convergence” at IGNITA FORUM 2025 Calls for Mobility-Driven Research and Innovation for a Stronger European Future – SCiDEV • SafeJournalists Network Conference – Journalism Under Attack: An Age of Repression and Resistance – SCiDEV • A Bootcamp by AWA and SCiDEV /Reimagining Media: Gender, Perspectives and Technology • AI and Digital Rights – When lack of transparency and accountability hinders rule of law • Democracy in the Western Balkans is aided by a stronger cyber and information ecosystem • SCiDEV Presents Analysis on the Draft Criminal Code at the 10th Working Group on Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists • SCiDEV Publishes Independent Legal Analysis of Albania’s Draft Penal Code • Final event of the EYDR project takes place in Tirana – SCiDEV • Korça Roundtable: Trust, Transparency, and Rapid Response for Journalist Safety – SCiDEV • SCiDEV and FPU Publish Safety Manual for Journalists in Albania – SCiDEV • Local Workshop with Journalists and Prosecutors on Safety of Journalists in Korça – SCiDEV • Building AI Literacy in Albanian Municipalities: From Shadow Use to Responsible use of AI – SCiDEV • Joint Statement on the Urgent answers needed on Focus Media Group blockade and journalists’ right to work in Albania • Empowering Journalists through Mentorship and Content Production • Konferencë për shtyp/ Draft Kodi Penal: Shqetësime për lirinë e shprehjes dhe lirinë e medias • Joint Statement on the Draft Penal Code and Its Implications for Media Freedom and Freedom of Expression in Albania – SCiDEV • Working Document – Enhancing Western Balkans’ Participation in Horizon Europe and Framework Programme 10 • EDUFAIR Consultations with Stakeholders on AI Integration in Higher Education – SCiDEV • Policy Paper – Unlocking the Potential of Mobility-Driven Research and Innovation to Enable Brain Circulation in the Western Balkans • Digital Rights e-bulletin June & July 2025 – SCiDEV • Supporting Local Media Outlets in Albania Through Needs Assessment and Cybersecurity Training – SCiDEV • EU Institutions Express Concerns on Media Freedom and Journalists’ Safety in Albania – SCiDEV • Working Paper – Policy Measures Related to Mobility-Driven Research & Innovation in the New Growth Plan for the Western Balkans – SCiDEV • Stakeholder Roundtable on AI Literacy for Local Officials: Challenges and Pathways for Effective Integration – SCiDEV • Launch of the SMS Facility Project in Albania: Kick-Off and Info Session • Youth Observers lead the consultation with stakeholders on mental health, brain drain and youth employability • Youth Digital Rights Talk on Cyberbullying • Multistakeholder Dialogue to Enhance Journalist Safety in Shkodra • Women Journalists’ Safety: Albania Report 2024 • Roundtable on Journalist Safety in Albania: Challenges, Reforms, and Key Messages | June 2025 • Strengthening Journalist Safety: Upcoming Multistakeholder Roundtable in Shkodër in Cooperation with CoE – SCiDEV • Advancing Research & Innovation in Western Balkans: Takeaways from SCiDEV's Regional Roundtable • Roundtable on Advancing the Safety and Protection of Journalists in Albania Calls for Sustained, Impact-Driven Reform – SCiDEV • AI4LGU Focus Groups Show Willingness for AI Integration in Albanian Municipalities but Concerns Remain • SCiDEV Roundtable Calls for Increased Investment and Strategic Action in Mobility-Driven Research and Innovation • Understanding and Influencing Policy: Youth Observer study visit in Campo Basso • Tirana Science Talks - If scientific studies fail to empower local communities, then every awareness campaign is destined to fail • SCiDEV contributes to regional dialogue on media viability at OSCE RFoM conference in Sarajevo • EDUFAIR 5th Reflective Session at the University “Ismail Qemali” Vlora • EDUFAIR 4th Reflective Session: Universum International College in Prishtina • EDUFAIR 3rd reflective session: University “Kadri Zeka” Gjilan – SCiDEV • Roundtable on Advancing the Safety and Protection of Journalists in Albania – Sharing Best Practices and Addressing Ongoing Challenges • Roundtable: Advancing Mobility-Driven Research and Innovation in the Western Balkans • Empowering Youth and Driving Mobility: Reflections on the European Political Community Summit in Tirana • EDUFAIR 2nd Reflective Session: University Fan Noli Korçë • Tirana Science Talk: Përtej dyshimit: Sa besim ka publiku tek shkenca dhe shkencëtarët? • Digital Rights and AI: SCiDEV Shares Civil Society Perspectives on AI at EDUFAIR Lecce, Italy • Post-Election Statement: Political parties and candidates failed to fully respect media freedom and transparency during the general elections of May 11, 2025 • SCiDEV participates in the second Study Tour of the EDUFAIR project • EDUFAIR 1st Reflective Session in Tirana: Towards Human-Centered AI in Higher Education • New Publication: “Roma and Egyptian Minorities in the Media: The Impact of Reporting on Public Perception” • SCIDEV organizes Stakeholders Consultation on Policy Measures for R&D in the Growth Plan • The Sisyphean Climb of Media Freedom in Albania – SCiDEV • 📢 Thirrje për Auditues të Jashtëm • Ndikimi Strategjik i Iranit në Shqipëri - Dokumentar i shkurtër nga Ilirian Agolli • SCiDEV Analysis: Assessing RTSH’s New Leadership and Proposed Reforms • New Publication in Albanian: “Women Journalists Facing Threats – Media Freedom at Risk” • SCIDEV organizes Stakeholders Consultation on Participation of WB6 in the Horizon Europe • #6PyetjengaSCiDEV/ Me Erjon Curraj mbi Transformimin Digjital - Dita e Kreativitetit & Inovacionit • SCIDEV organizes WB6-EU Stakeholder Session on Mobility Opportunities as Part of the Berlin Process • EDUFAIR: Study Tour in Sofia • SCiDEV brings together Prosecutors, State Police, and Journalists in Fier to Strengthen Journalist Safety • Youth Digital Democracy Accelerator Programme: Mobility in Oviedo, Spain • SCiDEV is hiring a Project Coordinator for its “Media and Communication” pillar • SCIDEV Organizes “Local Workshops with Journalists and Prosecutors on Safety of Journalists” • Join our Online Stakeholder Sessions on Mobility-Driven Research & Innovation in the Western Balkans • SCIDEV and BIRN Albania Supported Local Media to Develop Internal Procedures • Call for trainer for Leadership – Her Cyber programme | British Council • “Breaking the Moulds, Shaping the Future” Masterclass Empowers Young Students and Professionals in Media Storytelling • Working Paper: Iran’s Strategic Influence in Albania – SCiDEV • SCiDEV Statement on the Upcoming Parliamentary Vote for the New RTSH Steering Council – SCiDEV • Regjistrohu në trajnimin "Rezilienca Kibernetike për Shoqërinë Civile" 🔒 • Consultative Meeting on the State Police Guide for the Safety of Journalists • SafeJournalists, Media Freedom Rapid Response dhe OJQ-të: Ndalimi i TikTok në Shqipëri kërcënon lirinë e shprehjes përpara zgjedhjeve të përgjithshme - SafeJournalists • SafeJournalists, Media Freedom Rapid Response and NGO-s: TikTok ban in Albania threatens freedom of expression ahead of general elections - SafeJournalists • European civil society stands in solidarity with the people of Serbia • SCiDEV’s statement regarding the decision to block access to TikTok in Albania for one year • Public Call to EU Institutions and Member States.pdf • Media Landscape – February 2025 Brief • Strengthening Dialogue for Journalist Safety: Workshop with Prosecutors and Journalists • Digital Rights e-bulletin – SCiDEV • Annual Report 2024: Tracking Albania’s Progress on Media Freedom towards EU Standards • 3 March/ Workshop with Journalists and Prosecutors on the Standards of Freedom of Expression and Freedom of Journalists • Tirana Science Talks – Political Representation and Gender Equality • Open Call: Sub-Grants to Support Local Media Outlets in Albania – Second Round – SCiDEV • I don’t answer personal questions* – A short reflection on personal data protection in Albania – SCiDEV • Public Statement on the Irregularities in the Selection of the RTSH Director General – SCiDEV • The Challenge of Disinformation in Alba • 31 Minuta - Shqipëria përballë dezinformimit! - 20 Janar 2025 • Digital Rights in Albania – 2024 Year in Review – SCiDEV • Apliko Tani: Workshop “Multimedia dhe Siguria e Gazetarëve në Protesta” • Public Statement to political parties and candidates: Respect media freedom and transparency before and during the electoral campaign for the general elections on 11th May 2025 – SCiDEV • Registration Form • 2024 Snapshot • Cybersecurity Training for Journalists and Civil Society Professionals in Albania – SCiDEV • Shërbimi Psikologjik • Universitete Sipërmarrëse • Karta e Studentit • Call for Expert/s: Needs Assessment for Local Media in Albania – SCiDEV • Empowering Albanian Youth in the Digital Age: Bridging the Gap between Digital Activism and Digital Rights – SCiDEV • Call for Stakeholder Engagement from WB6 and the EU to Advance Mobility-Driven Research and Innovation – SCiDEV • Call for Stakeholder: Application form • Call for Expert/s from Western Balkans to Develop Policy Documents for Mobility-Driven Research and Innovation • Call for participation for training on Cyber Security for Journalists and Civil Society organizations • Formular regjistrimi për trajnimin për sigurinë kibernetike për gazetarë dhe përfaqësues të shoqërisë civile • Call for Expert/s: Monitoring Media Freedom Indicators and Report Writing of Three Annual Reports – SCiDEV • OP-ED: Media’s Lack of Attention to Gender-Sensitive Reporting Practices – SCiDEV • Media Landscape Brief – May 2024 – SCiDEV • Digital Rights Hub | SCiDEV Center • NAW-STEM | LinkedIn • NAW-STEM-Instagram • Spotify NAWSTEM