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National Network
Austria
Address
Berliner Ring 52/1, Berliner Ring 52/1Country
City
GrazProvince
StyermarkMobile Phone
+436769060456Telephone
+436769060456E-Mail (2)
kryeziu.fatos@gmail.comE-Mail (3)
kryeziu.fatos@gmail.comE-Mail (4)
kryeziu.fatos@gmail.comWebsite
Click HereYear of Establishment
2024Contact Person1
Dr.Vilson De MarkuJob Title 1
Schriftführer des Albanologischen Instituts GrazContact Person 2
Dott. Dott.mag, Anjeza LlubaniJob Title 2
Kassierin (Finanzreferentin) des Albanologischen Instituts Graz.Organisation Type
Non-Governmental OrganizationFields of Activity
Arts, Democracy and community development, Heritage, Human rights, International/Cultural relations, Others, Research, Youth and educationGeneral Information
The Albanological Institute in Graz (AIG) is an independent scientific research organization dedicated to the study and promotion of Albanology in its broadest sense, including language, history, literature, archaeology, philosophy, ethnology, and cultural studies. The Institute is managed by an Executive Board of 7 members, supported by over 15 professional collaborators, and guided by a Kuratorium of 6 members. AIG operates with a diverse range of modalities, including concrete projects, educational and cultural exchanges, seminars, workshops, and scholarships aimed at fostering academic and cultural collaboration. Main partners include the Albanological Center – Research on Arbëresh Language and Culture “At Belushi” and Center for Studies and Publications on the Arbëresh, Tirana, who is also a scientific collaborator of AIG. The Institute’s annual budgetary resources are dedicated to supporting research initiatives, cultural events, and youth-focused educational programs, ensuring sustainable and impactful activities in Albania and beyond.
Mission and Objectives
Albanologisches Institut Graz (AIG)
Founded: 2024 in Graz, Austria, as an independent international research institute.
Mission: To develop and promote Albanology in its broadest sense, including:
Language
History
Literature
Archaeology
Philosophy
Ethnology
Geography
Interdisciplinary studies
Core Values:
Academic freedom
Scientific integrity
International collaboration
Preservation and promotion of Albanian heritage and culture
Cultural Role: Serve as a bridge connecting Albanian heritage with the global community.
Activities:
Scientific research
International cooperation
Academic and cultural programs
Community Impact: Support and connect the global Albanian community, including:
Over 1.5 million Albanians in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland
Over 5.5 million in Kosovo, Albania, North Macedonia, and the region
Goal: Create a sustainable platform for knowledge, dialogue, and promotion of Albanian cultural identity worldwide.
Main Projects / Activities
Book Presentation
Organization of presentations of important scholarly and cultural books to promote knowledge and research in Albanology.
“The Arbëresh of Italy: A Civilization Between the Two Shores of the Adriatic” / Gli Arbëresh d’Italia: Una civiltà tra le due sponde dell’Adriatico
A collaborative project with Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna, aimed at researching and promoting the cultural and linguistic heritage of the Arbëresh communities in Italy.
Participation in the Albanian Academy, October 2025
Commemoration of the 86th anniversary of Prof. Isak Sheme’s birth, highlighting his scientific, artistic, and cultural contributions.
Educational Cultural Exchange – “Tour of Albanian Students from Graz to Piana degli Albanesi (Hora e Arbëreshëve)”
A pilot project for cultural and educational exchange, planned to continue with the following phases:
Phase II: Tour of Albanian students from Klagenfurt to Piana degli Albanesi
Phase III: Tour of Arbëresh students to Graz and Klagenfurt
The project aims to establish a successful model for international cultural and educational exchanges.
Organizers:
Mr. Fatos Kryeziu, Albanological Institute in Graz (AIG)
Ms. Ornela Radovicka, Albanological Center – Research on Arbëresh Language and Culture “At Belushi”
Dr. Vilma Proko-Jazexhiu, Center for Studies and Publications on the Arbëresh, Tirana; scientific collaborator of the Albanological Institute in Graz
Albanology Days in Graz
Annual organization of a scholarly roundtable every June, bringing together researchers and experts in Albanology to discuss the latest scientific and cultural developments.
How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
We can contribute to the ALF Network in my country by leveraging my experience in promoting Albanian culture, education, and research. Through organizing cultural events, academic exchanges, and educational tours,such as the projects we coordinated between Albanian communities in Austria, Italy, and Albania,we are to strengthen connections among young leaders and students. we can also support the Network by sharing best practices in cultural promotion, facilitating collaborations between schools and universities, and creating opportunities for youth engagement in civic and educational activities. Our goal are to ensure that the Network becomes a platform for knowledge exchange, cultural understanding, and active participation among the next generation of leaders.
Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
We want to join the ALF Network because we strongly believe in the mission of fostering leadership, civic engagement, and cross-cultural understanding among young Albanians. Being part of this Network will allow us to connect with like-minded peers, share experiences from our projects in education and culture, and gain new insights to further develop initiatives that empower youth in our country. Joining ALF represents an opportunity to contribute to a broader community of active young leaders while also learning from international perspectives to strengthen local impact.