On December 7, 2024, in Tirana, Albania, journalists and media workers established the Journalists and Media Workers’ Union (SGPM), marking the country’s first nationwide union dedicated to media professionals.
This historic milestone signifies a significant step toward protecting the rights and improving the working conditions of media professionals in Albania. Unlike existing organizations that primarily focus on advocacy and professional development, SGPM aims to fill the gap in union representation by offering legal protection, collective representation, and strengthening the voice of journalists in the country