WB-Edu4Migration
Mitigating Migration Challenges in the Western Balkans: Bridging the Skills Gap for Social Care Providers via Curricula Enhancement and Micro Credential Development
ERASMUS+ CBHE (2024) Project No. 101179745
Project Summary
The project proposal is driven by the recognition of a critical gap in the competencies of social workers in Kosovo and Albania, particularly concerning their ability to effectively support migrant populations. Despite the growing importance of addressing migration issues within these countries, educational institutions offering social work programs have yet to fully incorporate comprehensive coursework on migration studies and related subjects. This educational gap hinders social workers' ability to understand and address the unique challenges faced by migrant populations, necessitating targeted interventions to bridge this gap. The primary aim of the project is to enhance the competencies of students and social workers in Kosovo and Albania to better support migrant populations. This will be achieved through a multi-phased approach that includes educational reform, the development of digital micro credential courses, and ongoing capacity-building initiatives. By addressing both foundational and ongoing training needs, the project seeks to empower future and current social workers with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to effectively serve migrant communities and advocate for their needs within the social work profession. The project's success will lead to significant benefits: enhanced higher education curricula will better prepare future social workers to support migrant populations, while digital micro credential courses will offer practicing social workers flexible professional development opportunities. Empowered social workers will provide comprehensive support to migrants, promoting inclusive practices and positive outcomes for both migrants and host communities in Kosovo and Albania.
Project Partners
1. AAB College, Kosovo, Coordinator. https://aab-edu.net/en/
2. International Business College Mitrovica, Kosovo, Partner. https://www.ibcmitrovica.eu/
3. “FEHMI AGANI” University of Gjakova, Kosovo, Partner. https://uni-gjk.org/en
4. Institute for Research, Education and Social Development, Kosovo, Partner. https://ireds-ks.org/
5. University of Tirana, Albania, Partner. https://unitir.edu.al/eng/partneret/
6. University “Marin Barleti,” Albania, Partner. https://umb.edu.al/en/rreth-uniba.html
7. Logos University College, Albania, Partner. https://www.kulogos.edu.al/en/
8. Institute of Roman Culture in Albania, Partner. https://irca.al/
9. UCL Erhvervsakademi & Professionshojskole SI, Denmark, Partner. https://www.ucl.dk/international
10. Fachhochschule Salzburg GMBH, Austria, Partner. https://www.fh-salzburg.ac.at/
11. Libera Universita di Lingue e Comunicazione IULM, Italy, Partner. https://www.iulm.it/en/home/home
Project Duration: 36 months.
University of Tirana, Albania, Partner. https://unitir.edu.al/eng/partneret/
University “Marin Barleti” Albania Partner
🇪🇺 WB-Edu4Migration Project – New Ideas for Inclusive Education
📍 Salzburg, Austria | April 10–11, 2025
The LOGOS University College was proudly represented by Ms. Juna Muça and Ms. Marinela Pane at the two-day international event “Practitioners’ Days”, held as part of the WB-Edu4Migration project on April 10–11, 2025, in Salzburg, Austria.
This gathering brought together professionals, organizations, and institutions from across the Balkans and Europe to exchange experiences and best practices in:
• inclusive education,
• social inclusion,
• and migration-related challenges.
Our representatives’ participation contributed to strengthening international cooperation and brought forward new ideas for more effective approaches in working with marginalized communities. The event reaffirmed our commitment to fostering inclusive and accessible education for all.
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Photos 📍 Salzburg, Austria | April 10–11, 2025