Institute for Democracy and Mediation
Address: Shenasi Dishnica, P.O.Box 8177, Nd. 35, H. 1, 1017, Tirana, Albania
Website: https://idmalbania.org/
The Institute for Democracy and Mediation (IDM) is Albania’s most influential think tank on security, governance and integrity issues. IDM was established in November 1999 as an independent non-governmental organization with the mission to advance societal capacities, generate and provide knowledge, skills and expertise for inclusive policy making, evidence-based alternatives to bolster democracy and sustainable development.
IDM carries on its objectives through expertise, policy analysis, applied research, as well as through building capacities of key societal actors and developing partnerships for evidence-based policy alternatives.
In addition to security issues and good governance, the Institute’s focus areas also include EU and regional (WBs) cooperation, migration, local governance, sustainable development, and the role of interest groups in policy making. With a total of 18 full time staff and a broad network of associates, IDM delivers a broad range of services including: Policy research, advocacy, education and capacity building, consultancy and institutional building assistance, and public information and awareness campaign.