The Conference “Albanians and Communism”

                                                                                            15-16 November 2023

                                                                                                    Tirana, Albania

 The Institute for the Study of Communist Crimes and Sami Frashëri Institute organize the conference with the topic, “Albanians and Communism”. The conference will bring together experts from various fields to discuss the origin and characteristics of the communist regime in Albania and  in other countries of the Balkans where Albanian live such as North Macedonia and Kosova, formerly part of Former Yugoslavia.

Goals and Objectives:

The main goal of the conference is to elaborate on the origin, history and nature of communism in Albania and other countries of the Balkans where Albanians live from a multidisciplinary perspective. The conference aims to provide a platform for experts to discuss the crucial role that Yugoslavs played in the creation of the Communist Party of Albania and the establishment of the communist regime. The conference will also provide an opportunity for participants to exchange ideas and share their research findings.

Activities:

The conference will consist of several sessions, each with a different theme, such as the origin of communism among Albanians, the role of Yugoslavia in the creation of the Communist Party of Albania, the causes of the failure of the communist regime and so on. In each session, experts will present their research and engage in a panel discussion with other participants. Additionally, there will be opportunities for attendees to network and engage in informal discussions during coffee breaks and meals.

Expected Results:

The conference is expected to provide a comprehensive overview of the impact of communism on Albanians and offer new insights into the nature of the communist regime in Albania and other countries where Albanians reside in the Balkans. The conference proceedings will provide a valuable resource for researchers and students interested in this topic. Furthermore, the conference will provide a platform for experts to collaborate and continue their research in the future. The selected essays of the proceeding will be published as a book, which will serve as an important reference for future generations.

“Albanians and Communism” conference has the potential to make a significant contribution to our understanding of this important topic. By bringing together experts from various fields and territories, the conference will provide a unique opportunity to gain new insights into the history and nature of communism in Albania , North Macedonia and Kosova.

                                   

                             Call for Papers: “Albanians and Communism” Conference

                                    15-16 November 2023, Tirana,Albania

The Institute for the Study of Communist Crimes, Tirana and “Sami Frashëri” Institute, Tirana, are pleased to announce a call for papers for the upcoming conference, “Albanians and Communism.”The conference aims to provide a platform for experts to discuss the origin, history, characteristics, and impact of communism in Albania and other countries where Albanians live from a multidisciplinary perspective.

The conference will consist of several sessions, each with a different theme, including:

  • the origin of communism among Albanians in the Balkans
  • the role of the Communist League of Yugoslavia in the creation of the CPA and the establishment of communist regime
  • the nature and characteristics of communist regime in Albania and former Yugoslavia, with focus on Kosovo and North Macedonia
  • the impact of communism on Albanians and Albanian issue
  • the causes of the failure of the communist regime

The conference will provide an opportunity for experts to exchange ideas, share research findings, and engage in panel discussions.

We welcome submissions from scholars and experts from various fields related to the topic of communism and its impact on Albanians. The papers should provide new insights into the history and nature of communism in Albania and other countriers where Albanians reside in the Balkans. The selected essays of the proceeding will be published as a book, which will serve as an important reference for researchers.

The “Albanians and Communism” conference has the potential to make a significant contribution to our understanding of this important topic. By bringing together experts from various fields and territories, the conference will provide a unique opportunity to gain new insights into the history and nature of communism in Albania, North Macedonia and Kosova.

If you are interested in submitting a paper, please send an abstract of up to 300 words and a brief CV to info@iskk.gov.al and info@samifrasheri.org.  The deadline for abstract submissions is May 31, 2023.

We look forward to receiving your submissions and seeing you at the conference.