Center for Education and Social Advancement (CESA)

National Network
Albania
Address

Address: Ramadan Kadrini, Nd 45; H, 1; Shkallnur, Rashbull, Durrës
2021
Durrës
Albania

Telephone
+355 68 582 8214
E-Mail
cesa.coordination@gmail.com
Mobile Phone
+355 68 582 8214
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2022
Fields of Activity
  1. Arts
  2. Democracy and community development
  3. Gender
  4. Human rights
  5. Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  6. International/Cultural relations
  7. Media
  8. Research
  9. Youth and education
General Information

Center for Education and Social Advancement (CESA) was funded on March 2022 by a group of young professionals whose lives were changed by education and whom believe that education can change other peoples lives. CESA is a national organization and it's main headquarters are located in Durrës, however the Center will exercise its activity in 12 regions of Albania. The vision of CESA is that "Educated, self-actualized and independent individuals are the cornerstone of a developed society."

Mission and Objectives

The mission of CESA is to contribute to the development of society through education and training of individuals, groups and communities in all fields, including but not limited to media, culture, arts, entrepreneurship, environment, health, etc. We serve all age-groups alike (including children, youths, adults, and elders) regardless of their gender, religion, ethnicity, race, socio-economic status or political beliefs. Our objectives are: 1) To offer accessible, quality and inclusive education to all our beneficiaries; 2) To support individuals, groups and communities through granting access to information and opportunities that would develop their life skills; 3) To increase socio-economic welfare of beneficiaries and the whole society in Albania; 4) To establish partnerships with CSOs, public institutions and donors within and outside Albania with the intention of fulfilling the purpose of the Center; 5) To exercise all duties with higher professional standards, values and principles upon which CESA was funded which are in accordance with the human rights.

Main Projects / Activities

The Center is recently established and as such currently there is no information available for this section. However, the main activities that the Center foresees to involve are: 1) Research for Development 2) Trainings / Capacity Buildings 3) Campaigns 4) Advocacy & Lobbying

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

We can contribute to our Network by being active members; respecting the Network Internal Rules; participating in activities that the Head of Network will organize, and promoting the intercultural dialogue.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

CESA would like to be part of the ALF because the mission and vision of our organization it is fully in line with the values of the ALF. We believe that likeminded organizations can together induce positive change and promote intercultural dialogue in the Euro-Med region.

Additional Information
Contact (1) Full Name
Lubjana Malaj
Job Title
Executive Director
Head of the organisation
Lubjana Malaj
Contact (2) Full Name
Markelian Hysa
Job Title (2)
Board Member