“The state has not done nearly enough to achieve even a minimum level of justice. When it comes to war crimes, Montenegro is characterised by the fact that it does not deny crimes and is willing to pay compensation, yet there are no convictions for those crimes. The situation is similar in the case of… »
Press release 2026
Encyclopedia of Montenegro – Costs are Rising, but the Plan and Results Are Missing
Centre for Civic Education (CCE) notes that the work on Encyclopedia of Montenegro, a capital project of the Montenegrin Academy of Sciences and Arts (CANU), has been marked by a series of controversies, both regarding financial projections, which are continuously increasing, and the selection of collaborators. The project officially began on 1 September 2024, and… »
Is everything that is not explicitly prohibited really allowed?
Centre for Civic Education (CCE), regarding the response by Vedran Vujisić carried by some media outlets, points out that Vujisić did not refute any of CCE’s claims. On the contrary, his interpretation essentially confirms our key thesis – that the absence of a normative prohibition may exist, but that is precisely the problem, not an… »
When Schools Remain Silent, Space for Homophobia Expands
“An inclusive school is not a matter of symbolic support, but of concrete responsibility to ensure that every child has a safe, dignified, and supportive environment for development. Young people need understanding instead of fear and acceptance instead of humiliation, and the education system is one of the key spaces where this message can be… »
The “Others” Among Us
Xenophobia is neither inevitable nor a permanent feature of societies, but rather a changeable phenomenon shaped by political, economic, and educational contexts. Overcoming it requires strengthening the education system, developing media literacy and critical thinking, as well as greater accountability of political actors and the media. Without continuous public dialogue and addressing these issues, there… »
Student Day Highlights Concerns over Education Quality and Youth Prospects
On the occasion of Student Day, commemorated in memory of Žarko Marinović and the struggle for students’ dignity and rights, the Centre for Civic Education (CCE) highlights that the position of the student population in Montenegro reflects a deeper crisis within the higher education system, as well as a lack of focus on strategic development.… »
Strengthening the Role of Education Staff in Safeguarding Digital Security and Rights in Schools
Understanding digital rights, such as the protection of privacy and freedom of expression in the online environment, is essential for the safe, ethical, and responsible use of modern technologies. This was one of the key messages of the training on digital citizenship for education professionals, organised by the Centre for Civic Education (CCE) on 2… »
Government of Montenegro Must Respond to Allegations of Arms Trade with Israel
Non-governmental organisations and civic activists have sent a letter to the Government of Montenegro, requesting urgent public disclosure regarding any export, import, or trade in arms and military equipment with Israel, as well as the publication of all valid contracts, agreements, and permits in this area. The letter was addressed to Prime Minister Milojko Spajić,… »
Uneven Performance of Government Members Highlights the Need for Objective, Not Party-Based Evaluation
Centre for Civic Education (CCE) notes that there is still no publicly available assessment of the performance of members of the Government of Montenegro, despite repeated announcements by Prime Minister Milojko Spajić. Such an assessment would be particularly important given that this is the largest government to date, where the performance of a significant number… »
Call for applications for students for Media literacy forum
Centre for Civic Education (CCE) announces a call for applications for students for MEDIA LITERACY FORUM In a world full of information, being able to recognise credible sources and understand how media works is more important than ever. The Media Literacy Forum will equip you with practical knowledge and skills that are often missing from… »










