Meet the Scholar: Connecting Innovation and Cybersecurity Through Diaspora Academic Exchange
Through Diaspora4Innovation, GERMIN and EU4Innovation are highlighting the stories of diaspora and resident scholars who are strengthening higher education in Albania through academic exchange, co-teaching, research, and long-term institutional cooperation. This story focuses on the collaboration between Dr. Fatbardh Veseli, a diaspora scholar based in Germany, and Prof. Asoc. Dr. Edlira Martiri at the University […]
OriginAL: What We Made Possible Together in New York City
On June 10, the Albanian-American community came together in New York City for a special evening in support of OriginAL and Albanian diaspora youth. Hosted by Fadil Berisha, Avni Mustafaj, and Mark Kosmo, the event brought together supporters, alumni, and friends of the program for a night filled with stories, gratitude, and shared commitment to […]
Modernizing Engineering Education through International Academic Collaboration
The Diaspora4Innovation project highlights how sustained collaboration between diaspora scholars and resident academics can drive innovation in higher education in Albania. By modernizing curricula, advancing research, and equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to address emerging global technological challenges, this initiative effectively bridges regional education with global advancements. Within the framework of the […]
Meet the Scholars: Dr. Gladiola Goranci-Buzhala and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Albana Halili Bring Biomedical Research Closer to Students in Albania
Through Diaspora4Innovation, diaspora scholar Dr. Gladiola Goranci-Buzhala and resident scholar Assoc. Prof Dr. Albana Halili developed a meaningful academic partnership at Western Balkans University, connecting international research experience with local teaching needs in biomedical sciences. Their collaboration focused on strengthening course content, introducing practical research skills, and helping students better understand how scientific knowledge moves from theory to laboratory practice. […]
Diaspora Interest in Voting Continues to Grow, While Citizen Information Remains a Key Challenge
Prishtina, 26 May 2026 – Germin organised the discussion roundtable, “Out-of-Country Voting: The Diaspora in Kosovo’s Parliamentary Elections”, where it presented its analysis on the organisation, participation, and impact of diaspora voting in Kosovo’s 2025 parliamentary elections. The analysis shows that diaspora participation in elections has steadily increased over time, while 2025 marked the most […]
The Invisible Diaspora: Migration, Identity, and Belonging of Balkan Communities in the United States
By Enisa Murseli Gjokaj When we talk about diaspora, we usually think of organized communities, cultural associations, professional networks, and strong ties to the country of origin. However, not all migrants experience diaspora in the same way. Some live in a space between legal systems, national identities, and state institutions. They are part of the […]
Germin’s Financial Report Statement 2025
Below you can download the Financial Statements Report of Germin for the period January 1 – December 31, 2025
Revising Entrepreneurship Education in Albania for Global and Digital Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
As entrepreneurship and small business are being reshaped by emerging technologies, new forms of innovation, and increasingly interconnected markets, university curricula also need to change with them. The Diaspora4Innovation supported revising entrepreneurship and small business courses in Albania to better reflect the opportunities and challenges of today’s global and digital entrepreneurial ecosystem. The aim was […]
Call for Applications – Digital Marketing Campaign – Diaspora Business Engagement
Digital Marketing Campaign – Diaspora Business Engagement GERMIN invites qualified companies and individual consultants to submit proposals for the design and management of a targeted digital marketing campaign aimed at supporting registrations of diaspora businesses on the Kosovo B2B Platform. The Platform will be developed in collaboration with the Kosovo Chamber of Commerce under the […]
Bridging Innovation and Education: A Diaspora Scholar’s Impact in Albania
Through the Diaspora4Innovation initiative, a strong connection has emerged between global expertise and local potential. One recent collaboration shows how diaspora scholars can help transform higher education by bringing practical innovation into the classroom while learning from the local context. This collaboration brought together Dr. Klodian Gradeci, Diaspora Scholar, Senior Business Developer at SINTEF and […]