Centre for Civic Education (CCE) strongly condemns the attack on Ana Raičković, journalist of Pobjeda, as well as on her family members and property. We express deep concern over the brutality of the perpetrator in this case, which exacerbates the chronic vulnerability of journalists in Montenegro. Institutions must demonstrate that they understand the gravity of… »
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Youth receiving family pensions must have the right to apply for the professional training programme
Centre for Civic Education (CCE), with the support of seven non-governmental organizations – Center for Development of Non-Governmental Organizations (CRNVO), Union of Association of Parents of Children and Youth with Disabilities “Our Initiative,” Human Rights Action (HRA), Center for Investigative Journalism of Montenegro (CIN CG), Institute Alternative (IA), Association of Disabled Youth of Montenegro (UMHCG),… »
Preserving Montenegro’s Anti-Fascist Values
Today, 9 November, marks the International Day Against Fascism and Antisemitism, commemorating “Crystal night” the 1938 event that symbolized the beginning of the mass persecution of Jews by Nazi Germany. The violence that erupted on German streets and squares that night signaled the onset of state-organized persecution and genocide, primarily targeting Jews, but also Roma… »
Regional Cooperation Essential in the Fight Against Crime and Corruption
Cooperation among Western Balkan countries in combating crime and corruption is essential, with bilateral agreements needed to facilitate information exchange, according to statements made at the regional rule of law conference for the Western Balkans organized by the Centre for Civic Education (CCE) and the German Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES). Liaison Prosecutor for North Macedonia… »
Ensuring political will is crucial for establishing and strengthening the rule of law
The rule of law is a determining factor in whether the countries of the region will move toward economic and social development or stagnate and sink into problems, according to a message from the regional conference on the rule of law in the Western Balkans, organized by the Centre for Civic Education (CCE) and the… »
Investments in Rule of Law are Investments in European Future of the Region
Investments in rule of law are investments in the European future of the Western Balkans, which should be marked by freedom, prosperity, and a high quality of life, according to statements made at the regional conference on rule of law in the Western Balkans organized by the Centre for Civic Education (CCE) and the German… »
RTCG – an obstacle on Montenegro’s path to the EU
Centre for Civic Education (CCE) highlights that the European Commission’s (EC) 2024 report, published this week, clearly and unequivocally confirms that the RTCG, under its current leadership, and especially the repeated illegal appointment of Boris Raonić as General Director, represents a significant obstacle on Montenegro’s path to the EU. The legal chaos, orchestrated by the… »
Public Call for participants in a training for high school teachers on teaching gender topics
Center for Civic Education (CCE) announces PUBLIC CALL for participants in a training for high school teachers on teaching gender topics This call is open to all high school teachers of social sciences subjects across Montenegro who are interested in expanding their knowledge on methods of teaching gender topics to young people, with a focus… »
Conservatism, traditionalism, and patriarchy cause divisions
“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… »
Numerous threats to the development of multiculturalism in Montenegro
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… »