Abstract

Relevance. This study focuses on the identification and elimination of “harmful practices” in Albania, with a specific focus on early and forced marriages and gender-based violence.

Purpose. The research aims to understand how Albania, as a post-socialistic state with its own social, cultural, political, and challenges faced by Albania in achieving the objectives of sustainable development, both before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The causes and consequences of these challenges are examined, as well as the strategies employed economic features, has integrated into the global trend of gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Methodology. The study utilizes methods such as analysis, synthesis, induction, and analogy to explore the by the Albanian government to combat “harmful practices”.

Results. The study finds that these practices have negative implications for the country, including poverty, limited access to education, and emigration of women. However, it also highlights the positive results of Albania’s efforts to eliminate these practices, particularly in terms of gender equality and the empowerment of girls and women.

Conclusions. The findings of this study can serve as a valuable example for other countries and contribute to the global discourse on gender equality and women’s rights. Additionally, the results can be used to compare contemporary periods with earlier times, highlighting the progress made in supporting girls and women’s freedom from inequality, discrimination, and violence.

Keywords: gender equality; equal rights; early and forced marriages; gender-based violence; support services; data collection

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