The youth part of the “Youth Reports – Newsroom Club” engaged in a valuable discussion on the draft budget of the Municipality of Lezhë for the period 2025-2027. This meeting, led by an expert in the field, served as an opportunity to better understand how public funds are distributed and how this planning impacts the daily lives of citizens.
The expert helped the youth analyze the budget document, explaining its structure and the way funds are allocated across different sectors. Additionally, he shed light on the key priorities of the Municipality of Lezhë for 2025, clarifying the main areas of investment and financial support.
A very important aspect of the meeting was identifying topics of interest for the youth, aiming for them to contribute with accurate and fact-based writings on budget developments and their impact on the community. The discussions helped deepen their knowledge of the budget planning process and its significance for the future of the city.
The engagement of young people in this process demonstrates their commitment to being informed and conscientious citizens. Through this meeting, they not only gained knowledge about public finances but were also encouraged to research and write about topics that have a direct impact on their community.
This activity was an important step in empowering young people in their role as key actors in debates on social and economic issues. The youth editorial team will continue to closely monitor developments and provide accurate information for the citizens of Lezhë.
This intervention is supported by the BAT Monitor Program (Budget Accountability and Transparency), implemented by the Institute for Democracy and Mediation (IDM) and funded by the European Union .
