Innovation Lab in Tirana, Albania

Date: 26-29 March 2026
Place: Tirana, Albania

From 26–29 March 2026, the RiseUp-WB Innovation Lab was successfully held in Tirana, Albania, bringing together motivated young participants for four days of learning, collaboration, and creativity. Hosted by NECI Albania, the lab created a dynamic space where ideas could grow, evolve, and take shape through teamwork and shared purpose.

The Innovation Lab focused on strengthening skills in entrepreneurship and innovation, guiding participants through a structured yet engaging journey:

• Digital Foundations & Community Problem-Solving
• Creative Social Innovation for Young People
• From Idea to Solution & Prototyping
• Final Pitch, Reflection & Youthpass

Beyond the learning outcomes, the Innovation Lab stood out as a space where connections were built and a strong sense of community emerged. Participants brought diverse perspectives, creativity, and a genuine willingness to contribute to positive change. The energy of working together—sharing ideas, supporting one another, and growing collectively—was at the heart of the experience.

This lab represents another important step in the RiseUp-WB journey, where innovation meets collaboration and young people are empowered to turn ideas into impact.

RiseUp-WB – Raising Innovation, Skills & Empowerment for Youth in the Western Balkans
Co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union