TIRANA, April 14/ATA/ The 4th Albanian Diaspora Summit gala highlighted the presentation of the “Jusuf Vrioni” awards to young translators by the Diaspora Publishing Center.
Minister of Education Mirela Kumbaro announced the ‘I am Albanian’ project winners, who receive a translation contract with the Diaspora Publishing Center and a spot in professional development workshops.
“Continuing the legacy of Jusuf Vrioni, this project supports new translators in bringing Albanian literature to the world. Winners not only receive a contract with the Center for Publications for the Diaspora but also benefit from specialized translation workshops to advance their careers”, emphasized Kumbaro.
Minister Kumbaro stated that, “Featuring winners from Albania, Kosovo and North Macedonia, this edition proves that the diaspora is the shared, fertile ground of our Albanian identity”.
“It is awarded for exceptional diligence and preparation, serving as a testament to the talent of emerging translators and an encouragement to master the craft,” said Kumbaro.
Furthermore, Minister Kumbaro announced the winners of the “Jusuf Vrioni” competition award:
Gentian Çitaku (winner for Albanian-French translation)
Fisnik Zyberi (winner for Albanian-German translation)
Fecerica De Bastiani (winner for Albanian-Italian translation)
Orgesa Kodhelaj (winner for Albanian-Greek translation);
Uarda Erebara (winner for Albanian-English translation) /k.s/a.f/p.s./
