New opportunities for economic development of Kukes Region

Overall objective: To improve access to socio-economic development and employment opportunities in Municipality of Kukes.
Specific objectives:
(i) To provide economically viable alternatives to cannabis cultivation, with a focus on young men and women in Kukës
(ii) To increase the awareness against cannabis cultivation and trafficking in Kukës area.

NOK project was be focused on supporting socio-economic alternatives in Kukës, to prevent the risk of involvement in illicit activities and cannabis cultivation in particular of vulnerable groups (persons formerly affected by cannabis cultivation and those at risk of harm, neglect and social exclusion), as well as build their resilience and strengthen the capacities of Kukes municipality in order to increase public awareness on the issue, and to increase access and deliver inclusive services, in particular for vulnerable groups.