Europe facing a security test

The complexity of shaping a common European security policy is further burdened by the limited capacities of both the EU and NATO to adequately respond to contemporary challenges, alongside the need for countries in the region to more precisely define their security priorities and strengthen resilience against external influences.  These were some of the key… »

The TV Show “People and Events” – An Analysis of (Un)fulfilled Public Service Standards of RTCG

The analysis of the TV show “People and Events” highlights serious conceptual and editorial flaws – instead of fulfilling its educational and scientific role, the show is marked by political and ideological bias, selective presentation of information, promotion of revisionist interpretations, and marginalisation of Montenegrin identity. This raises concerns about the ability of the public service broadcaster… »

Finally we hear the voice of students

Centre for Civic Education (CCE) congratulates all students 4 April – Students’ Day – reminding of the importance of critical thinking, civic activism, and student rebellion in building an open, just, and democratically functional society. In the context of growing challenges concerning the erosion of academic standards, political party influence on the education system, and… »

Ensure the Legality of the Appointment Process for the Council of the Agency for AVM Services

Non-governmental organisations that supported the nomination of Dragoljub Vuković for the member of the Council of the Agency for Audiovisual Media Services submitted today initiatives to the President of the Parliament, Andrija Mandić, and the Minister of Culture and Media, Tamara Vujović, urging them to, in accordance with their authorities, ensure the lawful implementation of… »

Initiative by 101 CSOs Against Amendments to Media Laws Aimed at Establishing Political Control over RTCG and the Agency for AVM Services

Today, an initiative signed by as many as 101 civil society organizations was submitted to all parliamentary clubs in the Parliament of Montenegro, expressing strong opposition to the proposed amendments to the media laws which would enable full political control over the Councils of RTCG, the Agency for Audiovisual Media Services, and local public broadcasters.… »

Institutional Synergy as a Key to Successful Juvenile Delinquency Prevention

“Through institutional action and focused education for both parents and youth, prevention must be established as the primary measure to reduce juvenile delinquency and, consequently, decrease the number of juvenile offenders,” was the key message from meetings organized by the Centre for Civic Education (CCE) in Podgorica, Bijelo Polje, and Budva on the topic of… »

Law for some – political will for others – Selection process for members of the Council of the Agency for AVM Services under political pressure

Non-governmental organizations supporting the candidacy of Duško Vuković for the member of the Council of the Agency for Audiovisual Media Services assert that yesterday’s decision by the Administrative Committee of the Parliament of Montenegro is politically motivated and legally unfounded, but also a clear indication of the ruling majority’s intent to politically capture the media… »

We condemn the discriminatory statements of Ivan Milošević and the unprofessional journalistic conduct on the Gradska TV

We strongly protest the statement by the Secretary of the Journalists’ Association of Montenegro, Ivan Milošević, who said that “it is somewhat inappropriate for a country with 74% Orthodox population to have a representative of a national minority lead foreign policy”. It is Milošević’s statement that is inappropriate and unacceptable. Not only does it fail… »

Call for Participants for the Intercultural Camp

Centre for Civic Education (CGO) announces a call for participants for the INTERCULTURAL CAMP Are you a high school student interested in learning about constructive forms of communication, connecting with peers from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, contributing to positive changes in your school and local community, and promoting interculturalism? If so, the Intercultural Camp… »

Peer Education as a Response to the Needs of Young People

After the completion of the Intercultural Camp organized by the Centre for Civic Education (CCE), high school students from different cities conducted a series of peer-to-peer workshops in Podgorica, Kotor, Nikšić and Plav, addressing key topics for youth development – from gambling addiction, stereotypes and radicalization, to the role of authority and recognizing toxic relationships.… »