Ignorance among citizens creates fear of the unknown, leading to resistance and distance. It is everyone’s duty to contribute to the best of their ability and view differences as a source of enrichment. This was one of the messages delivered at a public forum on intercultural development in various municipalities in Montenegro, organized today by… »
Press release 2024
Law on higher education must provide a framework for quality and a flexible study model
Centre for Civic Education (CCE) has submitted numerous comments, proposals, and suggestions during the public consultation organized by the Ministry of Education, Science, and Innovation on the Draft Law on Higher Education. These contributions aim to improve the quality of higher education and align it with the labour market needs in Montenegro. The CCE regrets… »
Gender-sensitive teaching as a key to improving education quality and promoting equality
Integrating gender content into the formal education system—whether as a standalone curriculum or as components within existing subjects—is essential to enable education to more effectively contribute to the development of mature and well-rounded individuals with healthy relationships toward themselves, others, and their environment. This was the conclusion of a teacher training session on teaching gender-related… »
Learning about the EU as a path to actively affirming EU standards and values in Montenegro
The entire society, not just the Government, joins the EU. Therefore, it is essential for all parts of society to be continuously educate on the complex topics of EU negotiations. Joint initiatives between the NGO sector and institutions in this regard are highly valuable, as emphasized during the closing panel and the diploma award ceremony… »
Signposts for preserving multiculturalism exist – they just need to be followed
“Despite the challenges, it is possible to preserve a harmonious multiethnic and multicultural society, but this requires learning about diversity and coexistence grounded in solidarity,” was the message from a public debate on intercultural development in various municipalities in Montenegro. The event was organized today by the Centre for Civic Education (CCE) at the “Bećo… »
Prosecution and judiciary must efficiently address the attack on Raičković
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… »
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… »