Albania

Region: Europe
  • Four women sit at a large desk scattered with crayons, pencils and paper. A woman writes on the chalkboard in front of the table.

    Empowering the Vulnerable Minority Communities of Albania

    Duration: April 2010 - December 2013
    Budget: US$2,749,600
    Implementing Agencies: UNDP (lead), UNFPA, UNICEF

    Albania has undergone a striking economic transformation over the past thirty years, transitioning from one of Europe's poorest nations to a middle-income country, accompanied by a substantial reduction in poverty. However, challenges persist for marginalized communities, particularly the Roma and Egyptian minorities. These populations face social exclusion and marginalization and limited livelihood opportunities, which creates further obstacles to economic security, educational attainment and social harmony within communities.