Introducing WEC partners: CRCA

CRCA Albania is a leading CSO dedicated to child and youth rights, focusing on policy and decision-making through participation, empowerment and development, working to ensure that every young person in Albania has access to education, youth services, decent work, and opportunities to shape their future.

Our mission is to create systemic change for young people by advancing inclusive policies, fostering skills development, and promoting social and economic empowerment through evidence-based advocacy, innovative programs, and multi-sector collaboration.

We achieve this by:

• Research and knowledge-share on youth rights, employment, education, and social inclusion with policymakers, institutions, and partner organisations.
• Designing and piloting innovative solutions that support young people in accessing training, employment pathways, entrepreneurship opportunities, and youth friendly services.
• Advocate for legal and policy reforms that guarantee public investment to youth, through participation, non-discrimination, and fair access to resources and decision-making processes at local and national levels.
• Building strong networks and partnerships between government, civil society, businesses, and international organisations to create sustainable opportunities for young people.

CRCA Albania strongly promotes youth diversity, equality, and inclusion, and this is reflected in a number of key initiatives, including:

• Training programs for NEET youth to develop digital, social, and vocational skills.
• Mentorship schemes connecting young people with professionals and entrepreneurs through our Centres for Youth Services.
• Advocacy campaigns for youth rights and improved employment policies in Albania.
• Development of tools, guides, and policy proposals to help institutions and companies integrate youth-friendly and inclusive practices.
• National and regional youth networks provide opportunities for participation, leadership, and policy dialogue.

CRCA Albania strives to empower the next generation to become active, skilled, and engaged citizens, capable of driving positive change in their communities and beyond.