POP Network Organizations in a 2-Day Workshop in Puka

September 16-17, 2024

In Puka during September 16- 17, 2024, the POP network organized a two-day workshop to empower our local organizations and to work on local government transparency. Our joint mission is to strengthen democracy and to ensure that public institutions are accountable to the people.

The findings from our latest study, conducted in 10 municipalities, show that local governments still face challenges in fully implementing the Law on Public Consultation. During this workshop, we discussed specific recommendations that will help in overcoming these gaps and improving transparency in decision-making.

This activity is part of the larger initiative “POP 2024: For Good Governance and Integrity,” supported by Olof Palme International Center and the Embassy of Sweden in Tirana and with continuous technical support from Plejada Gugashi. With the participation of experts from our partner organizations, we are committed to leading by example, advocating for improved governance and a greater involvement of citizens in local decision-making processes.

Thank you to Gender Alliance for Development Center (GADC) for organizing this workshop and Youth Movement for Democracy Puke for their hospitality, as well as to our partner organizations for their engagement: CSDC Durres, Vlora Youth Center, “New Epoch” Center Fier, Another Vision, Young Intellectuals, Hope (IRSH), Center for Youth Progress, Woman in Development Korça, Easy Steps.