At a time when questions of identity are increasingly used as tools of political manipulation, the new episode of Civic Angle, a program by the Centre for Civic Education (CCE) aired on TV E, opens an important debate: can culture and identity serve as a bridge rather than a wall between people in the Western… »
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A minister without tasks, accountability or results
Centre for Civic Education (CCE) assesses that in the most bloated Government of Montenegro – a record even by broader international standards – many government members have unclear responsibilities and measurable results. What is clear, however, is that numerous, often artificially created, ministries serve solely to balance party quotas. Therefore, the CCE is placing a… »
Together for more professional activism
We don’t just share problems – we share solutions was the message that dominated the intensive multi-day training programme organized by the Centre for Civic Education (CCE) from 5 to 8 May in Podgorica. The training gathered representatives of 12 non-governmental organizations from Montenegro, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Serbia, whose projects… »
Anti-fascism is a foundation, not the past
Centre for Civic Education (CCE) extends its congratulations to all citizens on Victory Day over Fascism. This date symbolizes the end of World War II in Europe, the defeat of Nazism and Fascism, as well as the beginning of building a world founded on freedom, dignity, and solidarity. The unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany 80… »
Support That Changes Reality: 12 Projects for LGBTIQ+ Equality in the Region
“This is not just another programme, but a response to a crisis and a safeguard against the growing exclusion of the LGBTIQ community. It allows us to rebuild vital support structures, restore dignity to those who have been silenced, and continue our work despite increasing hostility and shrinking space for civil society. Beyond responding to… »
The Exhibition “Labyrinth of the Nineties” Opens on 13 May in Podgorica
Centre for Civic Education (CCE) and Cultural Front from Serbia, in cooperation with the Public Institution Galleries and Museums of Podgorica, will open the exhibition “Labyrinth of the Nineties” on Tuesday, 13 May 2025, at 20:00, at the Modern Gallery in Podgorica. The goal of this exhibition is a new, different and deeper perspective on… »
Revisionism Is Not Faith: A Call to Respect Facts and Victims
Civil society organizations and civic activists express deep concern and strongly condemn the statements made by Metropolitan Joanikije of Montenegro and the Littoral, in which he glorifies Pavle Đurišić – commander of the Chetnik movement in Montenegro and a proven war criminal. Metropolitan Joanikije made these remarks during recent religious ceremonies in Podgorica honoring the… »
Easy Two-Thirds Majority — But for Lack of Transparency
Centre for Civic Education (CCE), through an analysis of asset declarations of the highest-ranking public officials from the executive, legislative, and judicial branches for 2024, has found that the majority of officials last year refused to allow the Agency for the Prevention of Corruption (APC) access to their bank accounts. Out of a total of… »
When the Government Targets Instead of Responding
Centre for Civic Education (CCE) expresses deep concern over the targeting of citizens of Cetinje who are peacefully protesting to demand answers from the relevant institutions regarding the mass murders that occurred in the Old Royal Capital on 12 August 2022, and 1 January 2025. These citizens are exercising their right to freedom of assembly,… »
No accountable government without free media
On the occasion of 3 May – World Press Freedom Day – the Centre for Civic Education (CCE) extends congratulations to all media outlets and media professionals. Unfortunately, once again this year, this year again offers little reason for optimism regarding the state of media freedom and the overall professional, particularly economic, environment in which… »