The Western Balkans is a region where the fight for LGBTI+ rights is gaining momentum. In countries such as Albania, Kosovo, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, LGBTI+ activists are leading the charge, organi...
Triggered by the events of the recent days, the rise in discriminatory rhetoric and harmful language has reached alarming levels, posing a significant threat to the dignity, safety and well-being of m...
In recent weeks, Citizens Channel, an independent media outlet from Albania, experienced multiple cyber attacks on their website and social media profiles. These attacks occurred shortly after they to...
To the Government of Albania A group of civil society organizations and human rights activists, after being informed with the fact of the signature of a “Protocol” between Albania and Ital...
Voices from Defenders’ Days Close-up with Adelajda Alikaj, Executive Director of STREHA Center, Tirana. For many years, Adelajda Alikaj has worked to support the LGBTI+ community in Albania...
Growing up in a small town with bullying and a closed and patriarchal mentality, Dea Nini felt a need for justice. She is now a legal expert when it comes to LGBTI+ rights, representing the change she...
On 21 May, the eleventh Tirana Pride is taking place in the capital city of Albania. The theme of this year is “We are family!”. Besides the parade itself, the organisational committee and local activ...
LGBTI+ activists and human rights defenders Frank Mugisha from Uganda and Xheni Karaj from Albania are awarded the Civil Rights Defenders of the Year Award 2022. Despite threats, harassment, and...
Civil Rights Defenders condemns recent threats, harassment and hate speech against our partner, Albanian LGBTI+ activist Xheni Karaj, who appeared on national television ...
Civil Rights Defenders is pleased to announce the launch of “Your Vote Counts!” (Vota Vlen!), a website that supports civic engagement and democratic accountability for the upcoming Parlia...
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