The vibrant Tirana Youth Summit has officially begun at the iconic Pyramid of Tirana, Albania, running from the 17th to the 20th of December 2024.
Young activists and politicians from across the region have gathered to engage in meaningful discussions and collaborate on solutions to pressing global and regional challenges. The agenda is packed with dynamic workshops on leadership and advocacy, thought-provoking panel discussions, and networking sessions designed to inspire and empower the next generation of changemakers.
With a strong focus on the role of youth in politics, this summit highlights the voices of emerging young politicians who are shaping the future of policymaking.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue this exciting journey of ideas, collaboration, and action!
Tuesday, 17th of December
until 17:00 Arrival of participants and guests
17:00 – 18:00 Opening Remarks
Anja Zloporubović (YIHR Serbia) and Uresa Ahmeti (YIHR Kosovo)
Youth Initiative for Human Rights alumni
Edi Rama, Prime Minister of the Republic of Albania
18:00 – 19:30 YIHR Talks: Late Night Talk Show
Xheni Karaj, LGBTQ+ activist and founder of Aleanca
Lana Nikolić, journalist and activist
Andreja Andrejić, influencer
Slobodan Blagovčanin, activist
Moderator: Flutura Kusari, European Centre for Press and Media Freedom
19:30 Networking Dinner and Welcome Party
Wednesday, 18th of December
10:00 – 11:30 Panel Discussion: New Age Anti Democratic Practices
Gresa Hasa, Co-Founder and Chief-Editor of Shota
Dina Bajrektarević,
Matej Mikašinović Komšo, GONG
Stevan Dojčinović, KRIK
Moderator: Senna Šimek, Youth Initiative for Human Rights Croatia
11:30 – 12:00 Coffee Break
12:00 – 13:30 Panel Discussion: Unresolved Legacies of Conflicts: Never Again to
Luan Imeri, Center for Human Rights and Conflict Resolution
Marija Ristić, Amnesty International
Korab Krasniqi, ForumZFD
Mirela Osmanović, Srebrenica Memorial Center
Moderator: Sofija Todorović, Youth Initiative for Human Rights
13:30 – 15:00 Lunch
15:00 – 17:00 Parallel Group Workshops
Discussions and working process
17:30 – 19:30
Coffee break
YIHR Movie Festival: Movie Screening & Discussion with Directors
The Man who Could Not Remain Silent, Nebojša Slijepčević
Milena, Željko Stanetić
Moderator: Doroteja Antić, Youth Initiative for Human Rights Serbia
20:00 Dinner
Thursday, 19th of December
10:00 – 11:30 Panel Discussion: Embracing Resistance – The future of Democracy
Bardhi Bakija, Sbunker Executive Director and Editor
Mila Pajic, Youth Initiative for Human Rights Serbia
Aleksandar Dragićević, activist
Moderator: Marigona Shabiu, Youth Initiative for Human Rights Kosovo
11:30 – 12:00 Coffee Break
12:00 – 13:30 Parallel Group Workshops
Defining recommendations and key messages
13:30 – 14:45 Lunch
15:00 – 17:45 Memory Walk: Tirana Walking Tour and Museum visits
18:00 – 19:30 Closing Ceremony
Presentation of workshop group’s key messages and recommendations &
closing notes
19:30 – 21:00 Dinner
21:00 Goodbye Party: La Fazani
Friday, 20th of December
09:00 – 11:00 Political Youth Network General Assembly
Until 14:00 Departure of participants and guests