On 12-14 October 2026,  3rd group of General Patrol Officers and Command and Control Room personnel from Elbasan Police Directorate participated in the training delivered by SCPA PMT. During this training the trainees were introduced to both theoretical and practical exercises and group work by focusing on CP philosophy and implementation of its elements into the daily routine of ASP officers. In addition, they were presented with situations/practical exercises to be handled with and solved by them as they work in groups with the aim of providing measures to be taken proactively in order to implement the CP elements. Special attention was given to the theoretical and practical treatment of cases of Domestic Violence. Best EU practices on CP philosophy implementation were shared with the ASP officers. At the end of such training the ASP officers are able to enhance their knowledge and capacities on implementation of CP.

As part of the “Road Safety Partnership with Youth” project—funded under a grant scheme—the Road Safety Board (KRS) conducted five training and awareness-raising sessions during October 2026 for students from the “Sadik Stavileci” high school in Tirana. The activities aimed to enhance young people’s knowledge of road safety, help them identify dangerous behaviors, and foster a sense of individual responsibility regarding compliance with traffic rules. The training sessions focused on the youth’s perceptions of road safety, the causes and consequences of accidents, and the importance of vehicle safety systems. They also addressed the identification and prevention of key risk factors—such as speeding (a leading cause of accidents), mobile phone use while driving, alcohol consumption, driver distraction, and failure to follow traffic regulations, among other issues. Special emphasis was placed on the use of seatbelts and protective helmets, given that, in Albania, more than 19% of road fatalities involve passengers. Through interactive discussions and practical demonstrations using a 360° rollover simulator… Students experienced the effects of a vehicle rollover under controlled conditions and realized the importance of seat belts. The key message of the activity was: “Road safety is not a choice; it is a behavior. Road safety begins with the individual.”  

Understanding one’s rights and the concrete avenues for seeking protection was the focus of an information session organized on 7th October 2026 by the Institute for Strategic Development (IZHS), in collaboration with the Directorate of Social Protection and Inclusion of the Municipality of Tirana, at the “Të Qëndrojmë së Bashku” (Standing Together) Community Center in Kombinat, Tirana. The event marked the conclusion of a series of community meetings held as part of the project “Decision-Making that Protects: Strengthening Police Response and Professional Standards in Handling Domestic and Gender-Based Violence.” These meetings aim to bring information regarding rights, legal safeguards, and protection services closer to citizens, while simultaneously raising awareness about the prevention and reporting of violence. The session focused on the key provisions of Law No. 11/2026, “On the Prevention of and Protection Against Violence Against Women and Domestic Violence,” as well as the mechanisms available to protect and support individuals facing violence. Discussions centered on identifying forms of violence, reporting procedures, protection measures, and institutional responsibilities regarding case handling and referral. Special attention was paid to access to social, legal, psychological, and health services, including emergency support options. Through practical examples and dialogue with participants, the steps for seeking help were clarified, as was the importance of timely intervention and coordination among responsible institutions.  

“Resolve conflict, not violence” is not merely a message, but a way to build a safer school and society. On 9th October 2026, as part of the “Partnership for Safe Schools – Resolve Conflict, Not Violence” project and its grant scheme, a meeting was held with students from the “Dhora Leka” school in Tirana, alongside the school’s administration, teachers, and psychologist. The meeting was organized and conducted by the staff of the Institute for Migration, Development, and Integration. The discussion focused on communication, amicable resolutions between peers, mediation, adherence to the school’s code of ethics, dialogue, and the importance of creating a school environment free from conflict and violence. Participants discussed the power of honest communication, mutual respect, and understanding as the foundation for healthier relationships among young people—because a conflict can become an opportunity for understanding when we choose to listen, speak, and respect one another.  

On 07-09 October 2026, 2nd group of General Patrol Officers and Command and Control Room personnel from Elbasan Police Directorate participated in the training delivered by SCPA PMT. During this training the trainees were introduced to both theoretical and practical exercises and group work by focusing on CP philosophy and implementation of its elements into the daily routine of ASP officers. In addition, they were presented with situations/practical exercises to be handled with and solved by them as they work in groups with the aim of providing measures to be taken proactively in order to implement the CP elements. Special attention was given to the theoretical and practical treatment of cases of Domestic Violence. Best EU practices on CP philosophy implementation were shared with the ASP officers. At the end of such training the ASP officers are able to enhance their knowledge and capacities on implementation of CP.  

A meeting of the Interdisciplinary Technical Group was held on September 30, 2026, at the Malesi e Madhe Municipality in the framework of Grant Scheme, to address the ongoing management of Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (DGBV) cases. Representatives from various institutions and organizations attended the meeting to coordinate support and ensure the protection and well-being of the victims. Discussions focused on the current status of the cases, with particular emphasis on safety, the continuation of education, and the creation of a suitable, supportive environment. Additionally, the group reviewed options for continuing schooling and possibilities for support and appropriate accommodation for the children, should the need arise. In conclusion, it was agreed to maintain coordination among the stakeholders involved, monitor the situation, and periodically reassess needs, prioritizing the protection, well-being, and best interests of the victims.

Forcimi i bashkëpunimit ndërinstitucional, reagimi ndaj shqetësimeve të komunitetit dhe masat për një mjedis më të sigurt për fëmijët ishin në fokus të takimit të parë të Këshillit Vendor për Sigurinë Publike (KVSP), të zhvilluar më 25 shtator 2026, në Peqin, me pjesëmarrjen e Zëvendësministres së Brendshme dhe Kryetares së Këshillit Kombëtar për Sigurinë Publike, znj. Anisa Ruseti, Drejtuesit të Ekipit të Menaxhimit të Programit SCPA, Z. Ansi Shundi, si dhe të përfaqësuesve të institucioneve vendore dhe aktorëve të tjerë të angazhuar në fushën e sigurisë publike. Gjatë takimit, znj. Ruseti theksoi rëndësinë e identifikimit në kohë të problematikave dhe të ndërmarrjes së veprimeve konkrete për parandalimin e rasteve që mund të përbëjnë rrezik për komunitetin. Ajo informoi gjithashtu se Ministria e Brendshme është duke hartuar Strategjinë e re të Sigurisë Publike, e cila do të përcaktojë drejtimet dhe prioritetet e ardhshme në këtë fushë. Në këtë kuadër, pjesëmarrësit nënvizuan nevojën që çështjet e identifikuara në nivel vendor të ndiqen në mënyrë të vazhdueshme, përmes një bashkëpunimi më të rregullt dhe të formalizuar ndërmjet institucioneve. Një pjesë e rëndësishme e diskutimeve iu kushtua Paketës së Sigurisë në Shkolla për vitin shkollor 2026–2027, me fokus forcimin e masave parandaluese dhe koordinimin e institucioneve për identifikimin dhe adresimin në kohë të problematikave që lidhen me sigurinë dhe mbrojtjen e fëmijëve. Pjesëmarrësit diskutuan gjithashtu nevojën për një qasje më të koordinuar ndaj prioriteteve vendore të sigurisë, ku shqetësimet e qytetarëve të identifikohen, të adresohen dhe të ndiqen përmes përgjegjësive të qarta institucionale. Takimi në Peqin shënoi një hap drejt një bashkëpunimi më të strukturuar ndërmjet aktorëve vendorë, me synimin që mekanizmat e sigurisë publike të jenë më pranë komunitetit dhe të mundësojnë reagim më të koordinuar ndaj problematikave të identifikuara.  

Four ministries are joining forces to ensure a safer school environment for children—at school, on the way to school, and in the digital space. As part of the presentation of the School Safety Package, a joint meeting was held at the “Ibrahim Rugova” High School in Kamëz, attended by representatives from institutions responsible for children’s safety, education, health, and well-being. The School Safety Package is an inter-institutional initiative that unites the responsibilities and efforts of four ministries: the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. It aims to strengthen mechanisms for the prevention, early identification, referral, and handling of cases that compromise children’s safety and well-being. Special attention is paid to ensuring student safety not only within school premises but also in the areas surrounding the school, during the commute to school, and in the digital environment. The SCPA Program, in collaboration with the Ministry of Internal Affairs and relevant institutions, has made a significant contribution through its expertise to the process of drafting the School Safety Package. This engagement is part of the Program’s ongoing support for strengthening community policing and inter-institutional cooperation, as well as enhancing the safety of children and youth. This initiative aims to strengthen cooperation among institutions, schools, parents, and the community, establishing a coordinated and comprehensive approach to preventing and addressing issues related to school safety.  

On 28-30 September 2026,  General Patrol Officers and Command and Control Room personnel from Elbasan Police Directorate participated in the training delivered by SCPA PMT. During this training the trainees were introduced to both theoretical and practical exercises and group work by focusing on CP philosophy and implementation of its elements into the daily routine of ASP officers. In addition, they were presented with situations/practical exercises to be handled with and solved by them as they work in groups with the aim of providing measures to be taken proactively in order to implement the CP elements. Special attention was given to the theoretical and practical treatment of cases of Domestic Violence. Best EU practices on CP philosophy implementation were shared with the ASP officers. At the end of such training the ASP officers are able to enhance their knowledge and capacities on implementation of CP.  

As part of the implementation of the project “Strengthening the Police Response to Domestic Violence”— under SCPA Grant Scheme and in cooperation with the Directorate of Social Protection and Inclusion of the Municipality of Tirana—the Institute for Strategic Development (ISD) held an information and awareness-raising session with community members on September 18, 2026, at the “Gonxhe Bojaxhi” Community Center in Tirana. The activity focused on informing participants about the new provisions of Law No. 11/2026, the rights of women and girls facing domestic or gender-based violence, and the mechanisms and services available for their protection and support. The discussion addressed, in practical terms, forms of protection and referral pathways for cases of violence, including access to legal aid, psychological and social support, health services, emergency shelter, and other forms of assistance. Special emphasis was placed on the importance of timely reporting, knowledge of the responsible institutions, and the role the community can play in identifying and referring cases of violence. The session aimed to contribute to raising community awareness regarding rights, services, and existing protection mechanisms, fostering a more informed and responsible approach to preventing and addressing domestic and gender-based violence.