YOUNG JOURNALISTS INITIATIVE

ABOUT THE INITIATIVE

Many young Albanians are studying journalism at university, or are interested in doing so.

They have the desire to report on the issues affecting their community - issues that “everyone knows” are happening, but nothing is being done to improve the situation.

But these young people lack a platform and the skills to work in today's media landscape. Traditional media in Albania often operates based on personal connections, and new young voices are often excluded.

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Young Journalists Initiative is a voluntary project, led by Albanian activist/journalist Arlis Alikaj and American volunteer Mike Black, to provide these young journalists the skills and platform they need to raise their voices and create positive change.