Compass
National and regional training courses on human rights education, with the Council of Europe.
The problem
Human rights education reaches the people already convinced. Reaching the institutions that Roma communities actually encounter — including the police — requires putting them in the same room.
Objectives
- Equip participants with tools to advocate for and teach human rights
- Build a cross-sector cohort of human rights educators
Results
The regional training course ran from 21 April to 24 July 2024 at the Hotel Mondial in Tirana, bringing together 25 participants — youth workers, students, human rights activists and police officers — with the support of the Council of Europe.
Programme detail
COMPASS National and Regional Training Courses on Human Rights Education with Young People
Regional Human Rights Training Course in Albania Empowers Youth Advocates
A regional training course focused on Human Rights Education concluded successfully on July 24th, 2024, at the Hotel Mondial in Tirana. Organized by Roma Versitas Albania (RVA) and supported by the Council of Europe (CoE), the course brought together 25 participants from diverse backgrounds, including youth workers, students, human rights activists, and police officers.
Empowering Youth for Human Rights
The training, which ran from April 21 to July 24, 2024, aimed to equip participants with essential tools and knowledge to advocate for and protect human rights. The course covered a range of critical topics, including whitewashing, cyberbullying, hate speech, and racial profiling, aligning with the Council of Europe’s Compass training manual. This approach allowed participants to engage with theory through interactive discussions, exercises, and case studies contextualized to the Albanian setting.
Diverse and Engaged Cohort
The course attracted a total of 57 applicants, from which 25 were selected based on criteria including gender balance and professional experience. The gender distribution among attendees was notably diverse, with 13 women and 7 men participating. Trainers for the course included Mr. Liridon Shurdhani, a Council of Europe expert, alongside Mrs. Ersida Teliti and Mrs. Lorenca Bejko, who were chosen for their extensive experience in non-formal education.
Participants were encouraged to implement human rights education initiatives in their communities and professional settings. The course fostered a collaborative environment, leading to the development of new advocacy proposals and networking opportunities. Feedback highlighted the effectiveness of non-formal education tools.
Looking Ahead
Roma Versitas Albania plans to support participants in implementing their proposed initiatives, including advocacy campaigns and educational activities in schools. The organization also seeks continued guidance and support from the Council of Europe.