2024: A Landmark Year for OriginAL
OriginAL, a joint initiative by GERMIN and the Global Albanians Foundation, emerged as a transformative program connecting young Albanians worldwide to their roots in Kosovo
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OriginAL is...
A program that provides an educational and cultural tour for the Albanian Diaspora Young Adults to their countries of origin. It includes volunteer experience, and aims to motivate the participants to discover and connect with their roots. OriginAL is an independent program, launched in 2022 by GERMIN and the Global Albanians Foundation, with very ambitious goals to change the way the diaspora young generations perceive their countries of origin.
OriginAL changes the way that Albanian Diaspora Youth perceive their homeland countries by promoting its people and wonders in the most realistic way. We believe that one of the main obstacles in our path to development is the lack of direct communication and contact between each other.
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2 incredible weeks in your homeland
You will have the opportunity to explore the beautiful places of the homeland, and enjoy the fabulous landscapes it offers. Get up – close with your roots and create lifelong memories.
Travel without a hitch
All you have to do is to apply keep your backpacks ready. We will take care of the itinerary, accommodation and all other activities. We are doing our best to provide you a great journey.
Meet your new best pals
By exploring Albania and Kosova, you will meet your peers from all backgrounds and lifestyles. OriginAL will be the program that will always remain in your memory because of the new friendships you will create.
ELIGIBILITY
This free trip is a gift to young Albanian Diaspora from all over the world. Find out if you are eligible!
Are you between
the ages 18-24?
Are you
Albanian?
Have you been to
homeland before?
What Does the Package Include?
All trips include in-country transport, two meals per day, accommodation, excursions, and more!
Travel
We are working to cover the flights for participants to and from Albania and Kosova. The selected participants will be notified in due time.
Accommodation
Refresh your energy in a variety of comfortable settings in Albania and Kosova. We will take care for your bookings.
Meals
From Pite to Petulla, to Fli and Tava, you’ll taste the authentic flavors of traditional Albanian food.
Admissions
We’ll make sure you can visit monuments and landmarks that provide a distinct perspective on Albanian history and culture.
Transportation
Travel through Albania and Kosova on board on an air-conditioned and comfortable bus, taking in the scenery along the way.
Tours
With a professional tour guide to lead the way, learn about the history at the most hallowed Albanian locations.
Apply with Peace of Mind
Travel Safe
We’re coordinating with Albania’s and Kosova’s Health Institutions to ensure your safety is our top priority.
Rebook Priority
If your trip gets canceled due to health or personal issues, you will get priority status when you sign up for a future trip.
Experience
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Frequently Asked Questions
Priority to be part of the trip is given to Albanian youth from the diaspora with the following criteria:
- Between the ages of 18-24;
- Not lived in Albania or Kosova after the age of 12;
- Not spent more than three months in Albania/Kosova after the age of 12;
- Albanian origin;
- At least one Albanian parent or grandparent.
The eligible age range for applicants is 18-24 year old. However, individuals who are 17 years old may apply if they will reach the age of 18 by the start date of the program. This means they must be 18 year old from the first day of the program and on.
Yes! No one may enter Albania or Kosova unless they have a valid passport with their resident’s country or Albania’s/Kosova’s dual citizenship.
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