“The Battle for 20 Percent”: A Deep Dive into Ethnic Self-Declaration Challenges in Albania’s Population Census

Prof. Asoc. Dr. Fabian Zhilla Discusses the Negative Impact of Media on Public Ethics at “Open Seminars”

December 25, 2022 – In a thought-provoking session of “Open Seminars” organized by the Institute “Sami Frashëri” and the Center for Advanced Studies, Prof. Asoc. Dr. Fabian Zhilla, a leading figure in the “No More Shame” movement, addressed the critical issue of the detrimental effects of ‘trash’ TV shows on...

December 25, 2022

Open seminars • Projects

Prof. Asoc. Dr. Ilir Kalemaj Addresses Security Challenges in the Balkans at “Open Seminars”

December 9, 2022 – In a profound exploration of security dynamics within the Balkans, Prof. Asoc. Dr. Ilir Kalemaj, Deputy Rector of New York University of Tirana, led the latest session of “Open Seminars” hosted by the Institute “Sami Frashëri” in Tirana and the Center for Advanced Studies (CNS) in...

December 9, 2022

Open seminars • Projects

“Sami Frashëri” Launches “Open Seminars” to Revitalize Balkan Public Discourse

Tirana, Albania – In an ambitious move to address the critical shortfall in meaningful public dialogue within Albania and the broader Balkan region, the Institute “Sami Frashëri” in Tirana, alongside the Center for Advanced Studies (CNS) in Sarajevo, announces the commencement of the “Open Seminars” initiative. This innovative platform is...

December 4, 2022

Open seminars • Projects

Assoc. Prof. Taulanda Jupi Discusses Art, Culture, and Politics at Frashëri Clubs Event

An enlightening conversation titled “Art, Culture, Heritage” featuring Assoc. Prof. Taulanda Jupi took place on June 16, 2022, under the auspices of the Frashëri Clubs. Assoc. Prof. Jupi, a prominent lecturer at the University of Arts in Tirana, led a comprehensive discussion on the intersections of art, culture, and politics,...

June 16, 2022

Open seminars • Projects

Navigating Post-Truth and Media in the Context of the Ukraine War

In a significant and timely discussion hosted on June 2, 2022, journalists Lavdrim Lita and Sebastian Zonja led a compelling exploration of the post-truth era and the media’s role, particularly regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine. This conversation, part of the esteemed series by the Frashëri Clubs, offered profound insights...

June 2, 2022

Open seminars • Projects

Amb. Amel Kovaçeviç on Future Studies and the Balkans at the Frashëri Book Clubs

In a recent gathering at the Frashëri Book Clubs, Amb. Amel Kovaçeviç, CEO of the United Bank of Albania, led a significant discussion on the role of future studies in forecasting and shaping the Balkan region’s socio-economic and political future. The session, attended by students and young intellectuals, focused on...

May 20, 2022

Open seminars • Projects