The AADF Scholarship Program has been officially launched as a transformative initiative to expand educational opportunities for Albanian students and promote academic excellence locally and internationally. The program focuses on two main areas:

• Awarding scholarships to talented students pursuing dual or foreign degree programs at local institutions in Albania.
• Supporting postgraduate studies at leading universities in the United States.

The launch event brought together key stakeholders, including Mr. Michael D. Granoff, Chairman of the AADF Board, Mr. Martin Mata and Mr. Aleksandër Sarapuli, Co-CEOs of AADF, Ms. Nancy VanHorn, U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires, Ms. Ogerta Manastirliu, Minister of Education and Sports, and representatives from RIT, the College of Europe, and Holberton Albania.

 The event featured inspiring speeches and the signing of Cooperation Agreements with partner institutions, highlighting the AADF’s dedication to addressing challenges in higher education and driving academic excellence in Albania. This milestone initiative aims to empower young talent, reduce brain drain, and contribute to a brighter future for the country.