Elite Academy, a leading provider of professional development solutions, recently concluded a comprehensive Training of Trainers (ToT) session tailored for company trainers. This transformative program, attended by a cohort of 14 staff members, aimed to equip participants with enhanced skills and knowledge to elevate their training delivery. Over the course of four intensive days, from the 15th to the 18th March, participants engaged in immersive sessions each day. The agenda covered a diverse range of topics essential for effective training facilitation. Key objectives included understanding the principles of adult learning, developing instructional techniques tailored to diverse learning styles, and practicing facilitation skills to promote active learning engagement. Additionally,…

In an effort to jump start career services as consolidated public good in the municipalities of Elbasan, Lushnja, and Berat, a comprehensive coaching process has recently concluded, marking a significant step towards empowering individuals in their career journeys. Over the span of five days, career guidance staff underwent a coaching programme, by their fellow colleagues at the Career Office in the Municipality of Tirana, focusing on various aspects of career guidance tailored for municipal settings. The primary objective of this coaching program was to equip career guidance staff with the necessary skills, strategies, and knowledge to effectively assist individuals with their career development needs. By enhancing the capabilities…

The Agricultural University of Tirana (AUT) takes an important step towards innovation as well as the transfer of technology and knowledge in agriculture in the sector of medicinal and aromatic plants in Albania. For the first time in Albania, AUT is compiling a “National Compedium for Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in cooperation with the National Veterinary and Plant Protection Authority, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, representatives of the private sector and other actors of the value chain. The guide will serve the private sector with practical knowledge on BMA production, costs, standards, technology, processing and markets. The initiative is supported by RisiAlbania. This initiative was inspired…

Albania has taken a significant step towards sustainable tourism with the recent passing of legislation recognizing Alberghi Diffusi accommodation structures. This groundbreaking move not only solidifies Albania’s commitment to innovation in tourism but also opens doors to unique and immersive experiences for travelers. Adding to the excitement, National Geographic’s prestigious list of must-visit hotels for 2024 prominently featured Alberghi Diffuso Kruja, further solidifying Albania’s position as a global destination for travelers seeking authentic and enriching experiences. What are Alberghi Diffusi? Alberghi Diffusi, which literally means “scattered hotels”, are a form of accommodation that involves the transformation of scattered, often historic, buildings within a community into a cohesive hospitality…

The collaboration between the National Authority for Electronic Certification and Cybersecurity, the Albanian Board of Trade, the Albanian Association for Electronic Commerce, along with the support of RisiAlbania and Helvetas, recently culminated in a significant training session addressing the pressing issues stemming from the absence of cybersecurity in business structures and the essential strategies to shield against these digital threats. During his address as a distinguished guest at this event, Mr. Artan Gjergji, Secretary General of AECA, underscored the paramount importance of cybersecurity across the entire economic spectrum, encompassing both public and private sectors, with a particular emphasis on small businesses engaged in online commerce. Mr. Gjergji highlighted…

Albania became a top destination for tourist inflows in 2023 with 10 million visitors, more than 56% increase compared to 2019. Now the sector should focus on sustainability. Sustainable Tourism is the way forward and this requires local experts, standardization and awareness raising. RisiAlbania and sector stakeholders took this up at a special Conference on Sustainable Tourism, at the annual “Tourism & Travel Show Albania” Fair, on 31st of January 2024. This event shed light on the pivotal role of sustainable tourism, particularly in the Albanian context, emphasizing its potential for economic growth, youth employment, cultural preservation, and environmental conservation. At the heart of sustainable tourism lies the…

Albania takes a step closer towards fortifying its information security infrastructure with raising awareness and promoting ISO 27701 certification, among all relevant stakeholders.  Hosted by the General Directorate of Accreditation, supported by RisiAlbania a project of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation and implemented by Helvetas Albania, today’s gathering signifies a landmark move in the realm of information security in Albania. The initiation of novel schemes, including ISO/IEC 27701, ISO 27017, and ISO 27018, underscores the steadfast commitment of Albania to global standards and certifications. ISO 27701 is a data privacy standard that builds on ISO 27001, the most widely used international standard for information security management.…