On October 17, 2025, the Tirana Castle was filled with colors, tradition and art during the closing exhibition of the "ART TOURISM" project, an initiative implemented by the National Association for Integration, Development and Assistance to the Needy (SH.KIZH) and financially supported by the Albanian Besa Capital Foundation (ABC), within the framework of the "Financial Support for Female Entrepreneurship, Oriented to Social Business" program.
This final phase summarized the work of several months of 15 artisan women from the Kukës region, who, after professional training and support received within the project, presented unique handicrafts - carpets, tapestries and other traditional products, which carry heritage, craftsmanship and precious cultural values.
The exhibition attracted hundreds of local and foreign visitors, transforming into a vibrant space where crafts, culture, and tourism came together to promote Albanian values and the creative power of women.
✨ The "ART TOURISM" project remains a success story for how traditional crafts and cultural tourism can be combined to build new opportunities, preserve cultural identity, and promote sustainable social business development.
ABC Foundation funding of the “ART TOURISM” project proves that investing in women's talent and skills creates sustainable social and economic impact – an inspiring model of collaboration between the nonprofit sector and local actors.
The Albanian Besa Capital Foundation is proud to support projects that promote the economic empowerment of women, the preservation of cultural heritage, and the sustainable development of local communities.
