News - www.ilinden-tirana.com Fifteen years since the publication of the first issue of the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” in Tirana were solemnly marked. Fifteen years ago, on March 1, 2011, the first issue of the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” was printed as a double issue (March/April) as a publication of the Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana. The fifteenth anniversary of the publication of the first issue of the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” was solemnly marked in Tirana, where the editor-in-chief, Nikolla Gjurgjaj, delivered a speech at the event. The ceremony was held at the Dreri Hotel-Restaurant in Tirana, and was attended by Radmila Stojmirovska, Ambassador-at-Large of the Republic of Macedonia in Tirana, Republic of Albania, Atanas Ploça, Vice Mayor of the Municipality of Pustec, Vasil Sterjovski, President of the Alliance of Macedonians for European Integration, Verica Mukoska, Lecturer of Macedonian Language at the Faculty of Foreign Languages, University of Tirana, Lawyer Nikola Angelovski, Vice President of the Association “VARDAR-MKD”-Podgorica, Republic of Montenegro, representatives of the OSCE Mission in Tirana as well as representatives of minority associations, as well as representatives of the Macedonian Association “Ilinden” and Macedonians from Tirana, Elbasan, Korça, Golloborda, Prespa, Gora and other guests. The Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” aroused great interest in “Macedonian readership in the Republic of Albania, in the homeland of Macedonia, as well as in the Macedonian diaspora in the world”. The Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” has so far published 71 issues, and starting from March 2017, in addition to the printed version, the newspaper can also be followed through its online publication: www.vesnik-ilinden.com In this way, our newspaper became available to the entire public, as well as to all Macedonians in the Republic of Albania, the region and around the world. Also, since September 2017, the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” has been standardized according to international norms for printed and electronic periodicals with ISSN and some of the largest news readers in Macedonia: time.mk, grid.mk and vesti.mk The Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” is also available in all editions for all interested parties, in the National Library in Tirana, the Library of the Parliament of the Republic of Albania, the National and University Library “St. Kliment Ohridski” in Skopje, the Library of the Institute of Old Slavic Culture – Prilep, the Library of the Academy of Sciences and Arts of Macedonia, the “Grigor Perlicev” Library – Ohrid and the State Archives of the Republic of Macedonia. The mission of our newspaper was and remains to encourage and preserve the continuity of the Macedonian language and identity in the Republic of Albania. We remain convinced that our activities will be adequately supported by the state institutions of the Republic of Albania and the Republic of Macedonia, as well as by Macedonians around the world. In the past period, the newspaper has made a great contribution to highlighting and overcoming a large number of issues of interest to Macedonians in the Republic of Albania and is constantly working to protect and affirm the Macedonian ethnic, linguistic and cultural identity and the national traditions of Macedonians in the Republic of Albania. It is worth noting that many Macedonian and regional media use data published in the newspaper “Ilinden”. In this way, the general world public is informed about many important events in the life of Macedonians in Albania, emphasized Gjurgjaj. On this occasion, on behalf of the editorial staff of the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden”, I would like to thank all my collaborators and all those who help the newspaper. I would like to express my gratitude to Mr. Trajçe Trajkovski from Perth, Australia for helping to celebrate the fifteenth anniversary of the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden”. Gratitude, of course, also goes to the loyal readers, who, with the interest shown in the content offered by the newspaper “Ilinden”, showed that the published information really touched the essence of the problems of Macedonians in Albania. The Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” celebrates the fifteenth anniversary of its work and existence, and we will let history speak more about its importance, concluded editor Gjurgjaj in his speech. The certificate of appreciation was awarded on the occasion of the 17th anniversary of the association’s founding. “It was a special honor for me, on behalf of the Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana and the Macedonian National Minority in the Republic of Albania, to personally present the “Ilinden” Certificate of Appreciation for the year 2026 to Ms. Marjana Doda, editor-in-chief of “Argumentum.al”, said Gjurgjaj. Photo: Macedonian Newspaper “Ilinden” The certificate of appreciation was also awarded on the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the publication of the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden”, in recognition of the efforts and continuous support of Macedonians in the Republic of Albania, as well as for its contribution to the Macedonian Association “Ilinden” – Tirana. Photo: Macedonian Newspaper “Ilinden” “Congratulations and thank you for your tireless dedication,” said Gjurgjaj. Editor-in-Chief of “Argumentum.al”, Marjana Doda, expressed sincere gratitude to the Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana and its President Nikolla Gjurgjaj for the “Ilinden” Certificate of Appreciation, appreciating this honor as motivation for further professional engagement in the service of information and truth. The Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana, represented by the president Mr. Nikolla Gjurgjaj, today in Tirana signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Association “VARDAR-MKD” from Podgorica, Montenegro, represented by the vice president, Attorney Nikolla Angelovski, with the aim of promoting the Macedonian Minority in the Republic of Albania and the Republic of Montenegro at the national and international level. Both associations have expressed interest in building a partnership in carrying out specific activities with the aim of achieving common goals through joint projects. Their goal will be to research, create, develop and promote culture as well as participate in various events, as well as promote and support scientific, cultural-artistic, sports and humanitarian activities and events. Dear Muslim believers, on behalf of the Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana, we wish you a Happy Eid-ul-Fitr, many personal successes and a prosperous year. We wish your families health, luck, peace, and happiness! Photo: Et’hem Bey Mosque in Tirana Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana President Nikolla Gjurgjaj The Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana wishes you a happy Summer Day. The Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana congratulates the election of Ferit Hoxha, with the expectation that he will be committed to improving the rights of Macedonians in Albania. “Allow me, on behalf of the Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana, on my personal behalf, as well as on behalf of the Macedonian National Minority in the Republic of Albania, to congratulate you on your election to this key position and to wish you success in your position as Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs”. The Macedonian National Minority in the Republic of Albania expresses its full support and is convinced of his success. “At the same time, we believe that under your leadership you will help improve the rights of the Macedonian national minority in the Republic of Albania. We wish you health and success in your work as Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Albania. Macedonian Association ‘’Ilinden’’-Tirana President Nikolla Gjurgjaj Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana wishes you a Happy March 8, International Women’s Day. Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana wishes you a Happy March 7th – Teacher’s Day. Gratitude and respect to all teachers who light our path with their knowledge and dedication! Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana Fifteen years ago, on March 1, 2011, the first issue of the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” was published as a double issue (March / April). The Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” is the newspaper of the Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana. The Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” has published a total of 71 issues, proving continuity and dedication in informing its readers and arousing great interest among readers in Albania, in the homeland of Macedonia, as well as in the Macedonian diaspora in the world. According to the numerous letters that reach the editorial office as well as communication through the newspaper’s profiles on social networks with readers, we note that in the fifteen-year period the newspaper has grown into a serious newspaper, whose news and topics are increasingly reaching readers. Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” from March 2017, in addition to the printed version, the newspaper can also be followed through the website, www.vesnik-ilinden.com in this way, our newspaper became available to the general public. From September 2017, the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” was standardized according to international norms for printed and electronic magazines with the number ISSN 2522-6282 (online) and ISSN 2522-4514 (printed). And from August 2022, the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” is a member of the Alliance for Ethical Media (AEM) platform, where 30 print and audiovisual media in Albania are members. Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” is part of the largest news platforms in Macedonia time.mk, grid.mk and vesti.mk For all those interested, all issues of the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” are also available in the National Library in Tirana, the Library of the Parliament of Albania, the National and University Library St. Kliment Ohridski in Skopje, the Library of the Institute for Old Slavic Culture – Prilep, the Library of the Academy of Sciences and Arts of Macedonia, the Library “Grigor Perlichev” – Ohrid and the State Archives of Macedonia. The mission of our newspaper remains to encourage and promote the Macedonian language and Macedonian identity in the Republic of Albania. We remain confident that our activities will be adequately supported by the state institutions of Albania and Macedonia, as well as by Macedonians all over the world. The editorial staff of the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” expresses gratitude to all its collaborators. The Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” makes a great contribution to the promotion of the Macedonian language, and to raising issues of interest to Macedonians in Albania, and constantly works to protect and affirm the ethnic, linguistic, cultural identity and national traditions of Macedonians in Albania. At the same time, the editorial staff expresses gratitude to the loyal readers for the interest shown in the content offered by the newspaper. With respect Nikolla Gjurgjaj Editor-in-Chief of the Macedonian newspaper “Ilinden” A major donation to Macedonians in Albania concludes the “Give a Book, Give a World” initiative of “Matica” The donation of “Matica Makedonska” is the largest and most valuable gift of books in the Macedonian language ever given to Macedonians in Albania. Today, a major donation of books to Macedonians in Albania concludes the “Give a Book, Give a World” initiative that “Matica Makedonska” launched on the occasion of the International Book Donation Day, in the framework of the celebration of the 35th anniversary of its founding. Key books on Macedonian history, studies on the Macedonian language, selected works by some of the most important Macedonian poets and prose writers, works from and about Macedonian literary history, monographic publications on Macedonian culture and anthologies are just a part of the donation from “Matica Makedonska” to the Macedonian Association “Ilinden” from Tirana. The association was founded in 2009 with the aim of protecting the Macedonian national minority in the Republic of Albania and is the first association of Macedonians abroad to be an equal member with voting rights in the Federal Union of European Nationalities (FUEN). The donation from “Matica Makedonska” is the largest and most valuable gift of books in the Macedonian language ever given to Macedonians in Albania. The Macedonian Association “Ilinden”-Tirana expresses its sincere gratitude to “Matica Makedonska” for the valuable donation of Macedonian literature. This important initiative represents a strong support and an additional incentive for the preservation, cultivation and affirmation of the Macedonian language, culture and identity among Macedonians in the Republic of Albania. Such acts of solidarity and cooperation strengthen cultural ties and create new opportunities for further support and joint activities. The gesture and commitment of the first publishing house in independent Macedonia, to offer Macedonians from Albania, including the younger generations, the opportunity to read and educate in the Macedonian language from valuable works, while learning a lot about the Macedonian identity, is of fundamental importance for us and for achieving our goal, emphasizes the president of the Macedonian Association “Ilinden” from Tirana, Nikolla Gjurgjaj. The donation from “Matica Makedonska” contains publications that will be able to cover all areas where the Macedonian national minority lives in Albania and where the Macedonian Association “Ilinden” has activities, including through the Branch in Golloborda. This action of the first publishing house in independent Macedonia is taking place in a crucial period of challenges for the Macedonian national minority in Albania, and immediately after this the Macedonian Association “Ilinden”, on February 6, celebrated 17 years of existence. Otherwise, the initiative “Donate a Book, Donate a World”, which is rounded off with this donation, was launched by “Matica Makedonska” with the idea of ​​celebrating the International Book Donation Day, established for the first time in Macedonia at a higher level, established to encourage the love of reading and to ensure access to books for children all over the world. But with the interest aroused by the initiative, which was joined by socially responsible companies, public figures, institutions and a large number of readers from the “Matica” club, it turned into the largest action and initiative for book donation in our country, with an extremely massive interest. In the past weeks, as part of the “Give a Book, Give a World” initiative, “Matica Makedonska” has made several other significant book donations. The Macedonian Emigrants Association “Egemakgoc” in Izmir, Turkey, also received a large donation of books. In this Association, in addition to Turkish emigrants who, although they emigrated in 1957, still proudly speak the Macedonian language, their descendants are also members – up to the younger generations born there in the 21st century, who want to learn and speak, read and write in the language of their country of origin – Macedonian, and to pass on their love for it and for Macedonia from generation to generation. Just one day after it was announced that the Macedonian language and culture will be taught in another school in Croatia, in the town of Sveta Nedela near Samobor, the first donation from Macedonia to the school has already taken place. “Matica Makedonska” sent a large donation of books to Croatia, for students who will study the subject of Macedonian language and culture at Sveta Nedela. On the International Mother Language Day, together with “Alkaloid”, “Matica Makedonska” donated major works for Macedonian studies to the Department of Macedonian Language and Literature at the Faculty of Philology at the University of Ljubljana – the first center of Macedonian studies at a university outside of Macedonia. On the eve of the 65th anniversary of the opening of the first Macedonian language lecturer in the world, this donation is also the first support in this format sent by Macedonia to the Department of Macedonian Studies in Ljubljana on this occasion. The month of donations within the framework of the initiative “Give a Book, Give a World” has ended, but the donations that “Matica Makedonska” constantly makes within the framework of its mission to affirm Macedonian literature will continue. “Matica Makedonska” continues with numerous activities in honor of the 35th anniversary of its founding, with many new publications of value for all generations.