“Investing in an educational system that fosters critical thinking is crucial. This would help bring young voters—not political fanatics—back to the political scene and dismantle the shackles of conservatism, traditionalism, and patriarchy,” was one of the messages shared during last night’s public forum on intercultural development across various municipalities in Montenegro, organized by the Centre… »
The prevailing perception, although lower than before, that Montenegro is a multicultural society remains, yet there are numerous and concerning indicators pointing to a high level of perceived discrimination – 49.1% based on religious and 59.7% based on national affiliation. Simultaneously, over half of citizens would not want a partner of a different religion or… »
In the context of increasing peer violence and juvenile delinquency, it has become even more important to work with young people in topics such as tolerance, respect for diversity regardless of personal differences, the negative consequences of radicalization, the development of intercultural dialogue skills, and how young people themselves can actively advocate for modern concept… »
Teaching about the events of the 1990s in the former Yugoslavia, particularly in Montenegro, is essential for understanding the present and preventing some negative trends in the future. The education system plays a pivotal role in this, as concluded in the two-day training for social studies teachers on teaching about the 1990s, organized by the… »
“Young people have great potential, but society restricts them from channeling their energy in the right directions, and there is even a noted increase in youth violence. It is encouraging to see that young people want to contribute positively to society, but we should hope that military service does not become their only exit strategy,”… »
PUBLIC CALL When You Go to the Army, I will Kiss(ll) You – Youth and Military Service Online Panel Discussion Centre for Civic Education (CCE) invites interested young people from Montenegro, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Croatia to join a conversation on the introduction of military service. During the discussion, participants will have the opportunity… »
Centre for Civic Education (CCE) organized the 27th generation of the Human Rights School with a focus on gender equality, from 18 to 20 October 2024 in Budva, as part of the project “Against Gender Stereotypes and Sexism!” supported by the Ministry of Human and Minority Rights. During the School, 23 high school students had… »
In the context of high youth unemployment and regional inequalities, social entrepreneurship in Montenegro is an important resource that can provide part of the solution and contribute to economic and social development. To strengthen social entrepreneurship in the country, it is essential to adopt a Law on Social Entrepreneurship, take a strategic approach by decision-makers,… »
Centre for Civic Education (CCE) emphasizes the importance of respecting the Law on the selection, use and public display of national symbols by all decision-makers, considering how violations of this law can contribute to the ongoing polarization in our society. Shortly after becoming the President of the Parliament of Montenegro, Andrija Mandić introduced the Serbian… »
Interculturalism is the key to shaping harmonious communities where different cultures not only coexist but also enrich one another. Such discussions contribute not only to building mutual trust but also to strengthening social cohesion, which is vitall for the stability and prosperity of society. This was one of the messages from the public forum on… »
