• Mapping the leaders in Macedonia and Albania: can elites promote positive social change
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    ELitat.pdf
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    "Mapping the leaders in Macedonia and Albania: can elites promote positive social change" is a study in the framework of the projectRegional Research Promotion Programme in the Western Balkans, implemented by IDM and CRPM

  • CIVIL SOCIETY INDEX FOR ALBANIA - In search of citizens & impact
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    CSI Albania ACR_ENG.pdf
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    The Civil Society Index (CSI) is an action research project implemented by and for civil society actors worldwide. It is based on a comprehensive methodology developed by CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizens Participation (hereafter CIVICUS). It aims to assess the state of civil society and to create a knowledge base for strengthening civil society.

  • Social Trust and Institutional Authority in the Albanian Democracy
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    ENGLISH IDM - FINAL.pdf
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    The study on “Social Trust and Institutional Authority in the Albanian Democracy” constitutes one of the most important activities of IDM for 2010-2011. It was undertaken within the framework of defining social perceptions regarding the role of social trust in the construction of the rule of law and of providing an answer vis-à-vis this relationship. It is based on the idea that there can be no simple answers for such complicated issues.

    The current study offers data on phenomena related to the system of active values within the society. It views these values as very efficient components of social processes, especially in building trust and institutions.

  • An Action Agenda for Civil Society
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    UNDP PB.pdf
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    Policy Brief - The analysis of the complex reality in Albania provides evidence that recognizes the important contribution of the civil society in informing and influencing reforms and processes. Despite the moderately developed Albanian third sector – characterized by highly skilled human resources, expertise and efficient internal structures – the CSI Analytical Country Report reveals some serious concerns related to civil society’s links with the local environment and the levels of civic engagement, impact, sustainability, the socio-political environment where it operates, good governance and accountability values.