Nikolla Gjurgjaj, President of the Macedonian Association “Ilinden”–Tirana, met with Dr.Ljubica Djordjević, a representative of the European Centre for Minority Issues
The discussion focused on the rights of the Macedonian national minority in Albania and opportunities to foster cooperation between the Macedonian Association “Ilinden”–Tirana and the European Centre for Minority Issues.
In the framework of the Schleswig-Holstein Dialogue—an initiative dedicated to strengthening social cohesion and protecting minority rights in the Western Balkans—Nikolla Gjurgjaj, President of the Macedonian Association “Ilinden”–Tirana, met with Dr. Ljubica Djordjević, Senior Researcher and Head of the Justice and Governance Department at the European Centre for Minority Issues (ECMI).
During the meeting, the situation regarding the realization of national minority rights was examined, with a particular focus on the Macedonian national minority in the Republic of Albania. Special attention was devoted to possibilities for establishing and further promoting cooperation between the Macedonian Association “Ilinden”–Tirana and the European Centre for Minority Issues, as well as to opportunities for exchanging experiences and undertaking joint activities in the field of protecting the rights of national minorities.
During the meeting, Nikolla Gjurgjaj presented Dr. Ljubica Djordjević with copies of the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden,” intended for the library of the European Centre for Minority Issues.
The meeting served as an important opportunity for the exchange of views and experiences, the strengthening of mutual understanding, and the encouragement of future cooperation.
The Macedonian Association “Ilinden”–Tirana continues its activities aimed at protecting and promoting the rights of the Macedonian national minority in the Republic of Albania, as well as preserving the Macedonian national identity, language, culture, and traditions.