Helvetas Albania envisions a just world where all individuals determine the course of their lives in dignity and security, utilizing environmental resources sustainably. Collaborating with partners in both public and private sectors, HELVETAS Albania focuses on two key thematic areas:

• Voice, Inclusion, Coherence: Promoting inclusive decision-making processes and ensuring all voices are heard.

• Skills, Jobs, and Income: Enhancing skills, creating employment opportunities, and generating sustainable income.

Helvetas Albania is committed to contributing to the development and wellbeing of institutions, businesses, and communities in an inclusive and sustainable manner.

Our fundamental values

Our work is anchored in:

• Solidarity & Partnership — we co-create solutions with local actors and institutions.

• Rights-Based Development & Equity — promoting social, economic, and environmental justice.

• Innovation & Sustainability — designing scalable, future-ready solutions.

• Transparency & Accountability — delivering results with integrity and measurable impact.

Our working principles

• We embed the following principles across our operations:

• Collaborating across sectors—civil society, private sector, government—for systemic impact.

• Pursuing context-sensitive, outcome-oriented programming with robust monitoring.

• Integrating context analysis—particularly conflict sensitivity in fragile environments.

• Upholding intercultural dialogue, good governance, and ethical standards.

• Promoting continuous learning and professional development.