Albania Says MJAFT!

MJAFT! (which translates to ENOUGH! in English) is an Albanian NGO that raises awareness about the various political and social problems within the nation. The organization is a grassroots organization created by the collaborative effort of students and concerned citizen volunteers. MJAFT! targets awareness towards corruption, social, political, and economic growth in Albania, and violation of rights like freedom of the press, speech, and expression. MJAFT! has been active in monitoring elections for safe and fair practices and hopes to help build an Albania that is better governed. Representatives of MJAFT! serve as government "watchdogs" and civic lobbyists to facilitate change at the local level. It is one of Albania's largest movements, branching in 18 cities in the nation and consists of over 8,000 members and more than 1,000 volunteers. Their proponent approach towards their mission has won them major acknowledgement in Albania, and as a disclaimer on their website, they write, "This website is suited for active citizens only. We bear no responsibility for the discomfort it may cause to corrupt officials and indifference citizens. If you think being an active citizen is a burden, try apathy and send us a postcard from the stone ages." In 2004, MJAFT! won the annual United Nations Vienna Civil Society Award.