Description
The U.S. Department of State's Embassy Tirana announces an open competition to implement a program to deliver American excellence and leadership in technology, cybersecurity, AI, and digital industries to 300 Albanians aged 18-35 at American Corners in Tirana, Vlora, and Kukes over the course of 12 months. The program aims to strengthen Albania's cyber resilience and digital infrastructure in alignment with American technology standards. The project should engage at least 100 participants per Corner in cybersecurity and AI programming activities that build digital protection skills, foster teamwork, and enhance Albania’s overall cyber and AI readiness in support of U.S. leadership and global security. Key objectives include advanced threat detection and response skills, responsible and secure AI deployment, and operational resilience and professional readiness.
• The program will provide training and workshops on cybersecurity and AI topics
• The program will engage with young Albanians aged 18-35, including university students, young professionals, startup leaders, and aspiring tech innovators
• The program will build on previous American Corners programming in cybersecurity and AI
• The program will complement ongoing U.S. Embassy efforts to strengthen Albania's cyber resilience and digital infrastructure