From Venezuela, Maria travelled halfway around the world in search of a better life. Instead, the mother of two was trapped in Albanian detention for months after being lured into illegal sex work.

Patriarchal norms, legislative gaps and a climate of impunity mean many social media users in Albania feel free to subject women activists to disturbing levels of hate. Xheni Karaj traces the hate to ...

Albania has approved gender equality quotas for local councils since 2015. However, undemocratic practices by party leaders make women less willing to speak out and, when they do, more prone to be ...

'Maria' is one of a growing number of victims of sex trafficking in Albania - Copyright AFP KAREN MINASYAN 'Maria' is one of a growing number of victims of sex ...