Tirana, March 5, 2026 – Within the framework of the meeting of the Thematic Group “Employment, Skills and Decent Work”, organized by the Ministry of Economy in Albania within the framework of the negotiations for integration into the European Union, which was held on March 5, 2026 in Tirana, CRCA Albania was invited to present the WEC project – Empowering Women and Girls in the Construction Industry, an initiative that aims to empower girls and women to build their careers in the construction sector.
The meeting brought together representatives of public institutions, civil society organizations, development partners, and labor market experts, who discussed the challenges and opportunities to increase women’s participation in traditionally male-dominated professions, such as construction and infrastructure.
The representative of CRCA Albania, Mr. Altin Hazizaj, during the presentation of the WEC project, emphasized the importance of developing professional skills for women and girls through vocational education and training (VET) programs, mentoring by female professionals in the sector and creating new opportunities for employment and entrepreneurship in construction. The project also aims to contribute to changing social perceptions and promoting a more inclusive and equitable construction sector.
As part of the project, CRCA is leading the development of four vocational training modules, creating partnerships with construction companies, and promoting success stories of women working in the sector. Through these activities, the project aims to open up more opportunities for girls and women to develop technical skills, gain practical experience, and build sustainable careers.
The WEC project represents an important step towards the economic empowerment of women and towards the creation of a more equal and inclusive labor market in Albania. In the coming months, the project partners will work on the development of concrete training programs and the inclusion of women and girls who want to build their professional future in the construction sector.
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