Strengthening Innovation and Education: The New Partnership Connecting Albanian Universities with the Diaspora
At the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding between GIZ Albania, Albanian universities, and Germin, inspiring discussions took place about this collaboration involving eight Albanian universities. This partnership aims to connect the expertise of the Albanian Academic Diaspora with higher education to promote innovation and entrepreneurship. Dr. Sonja Kurz, Director of GIZ Albania and […]
Success Story: Transforming Education Through Diaspora Mentorship
Empowering Educators with Cutting-Edge Technology In a small corner of Kosovo, a remarkable partnership between a diaspora expert and a high school has reshaped the way education integrates with technology. Shkëlqim Sina, a Senior Software Engineer based in Germany, brought his global expertise to the “Peer-to-Peer Diaspora Mentorship” program. Through Germin’s matching efforts, he collaborated […]
Discussion Roundtable – Empowering the Workforce in Kosovo: Human Capital and Mentorship
This roundtable highlighted the role of the diaspora’s human capital in shaping Kosova’s workforce. Diaspora mentors and local beneficiaries mentees engaged in the Peer-to-peer Diaspora Mentorship Programme” showcased some of the achievements and feedback on the program’s impact over the years. In his welcoming remarks, our GERMIN Board Co-Chair Mr. Avni Mustafaj emphasized that these […]
25% ROI in 100 Days: Diaspora Mentorship Boosts Albanian Women Entrepreneurs
About the projectIn early 2024, supported by the U.S. Embassy in Tirana’s Small Grants Program, Germin launched “Diaspora Supporting Albanian Women Entrepreneurs.” This initiative strategically connected experienced mentors from the Albanian diaspora with women entrepreneurs in Albania, aiming to address critical challenges that women-led startups face, such as limited digitalisation, investments, and global expansion. Among […]
Year in Review GERMIN 2023
As we reflect on the past year, it brings us immense pride to share the highlights of our tireless efforts in fostering meaningful connections between the Diaspora and our homelands. Through several initiatives and events, we have worked hard towards strengthening the bonds that unite our vibrant diasporic community with our roots in the homeland. […]
Strengthening Diaspora Engagement: Networking Event at the Embassy of the Republic of Kosova in Vienna
On Saturday, October 21, a meeting with professionals from the diaspora took place at the Embassy of Kosovo in Vienna. The primary purpose of this meeting was to bring together Albanian diaspora professionals and present them with the many opportunities for engagement in their home countries through the “Engaging Diaspora Professionals” (EDP) program. The EDP […]
Civic Engagement Program Unveiled in Berlin
During the meeting with professionals from the diaspora in Germany on September 21, the program for Civic Engagement (CEA), a five-year initiative implemented by the Kosovar Civil Society Foundation (KCSF) in partnership with USAID, was presented. About 50 professionals from different fields were informed of the opportunities to share their knowledge and skills with civil […]
