About us

About us

BRAINSTORM is a non-governmental organisation that started as a group of creative young people dedicated to the medical field. Today it has more than 5,000 active members, from medicine and beyond.
Since it was founded in September 2013, BRAINSTORM has delivered more than 200 activities, conferences, training courses, prevention campaigns and high-impact public initiatives in medicine.

Our mission

BRAINSTORM’s mission is to deliver high-impact activities and projects focused on 3 main areas: health, education and scientific research, encouraging the involvement and engagement of students and young professionals, supporting their professional growth and carrying out activities that promote and protect the health of the Albanian population.

Activities

BRAINSTORM runs more than 20 activities a year, including: public awareness campaigns on healthcare and promoting good health; scientific events such as national and international conferences, congresses and training in medicine, with more than 5,000 professionals taking part; and other social and cultural activities involving students and young people.

Gentjan Asllanaj

CEO

It is a pleasure and a privilege to lead an association that aims to promote scientific development, professional education and collaboration among healthcare professionals, students and the academic community.

We believe that building a successful community takes more than sharing knowledge. It is built through continuing education, shared experiences, innovation and the active engagement of young people.

In this spirit, our association organises scientific congresses and conferences, educational programmes such as the Medical Summer School, and sports and social activities for students, creating new opportunities for professional and personal growth and for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Our mission is to create an inclusive platform that fosters knowledge, promotes excellence and empowers the next generation of professionals.

Together, we aim to build a future in which science, education and collaboration are the main drivers of progress.

Thank you for your trust and commitment on this shared journey.

ACT NOW

U.S. Embassy · November 2014

“ACT NOW” was an award from the U.S. Embassy in recognition of Brainstorm’s work and contribution to society, its help for people in need, and its ongoing efforts to provide continuing education to its participants and to young people.

Join us

Can I join?

BRAINSTORM is open to and welcomes all students and young professionals from different fields (medical, social, etc.), in Albania or abroad, who want to contribute and get involved in our activities.

How can I contribute?

BRAINSTORM’s motto is creativity. Every member is invited to bring new ideas, discuss active projects and initiatives, and take part in all our activities, receiving a Certificate of Participation each time.

How do I register?

To join BRAINSTORM, fill in the Online Membership Form (coming soon) or visit our office. The registration fee is 1,000 Lek. After registering you will receive your BRAINSTORM Membership Card.