HISTORY AND INSTITUTIONAL PROFILE OF THE “MALESIA” CULTURAL-INFORMATION CENTRE IN TUZI

The “Malesia” Cultural-Information Centre in Tuzi (QKI “Malesia”) is a public institution operating in the field of culture and cultural-information activities, headquartered in Tuzi. The institution represents one of the key public entities contributing to the development of cultural life in the Malesia area and the Municipality of Tuzi.

QKI “Malesia” was established in 2004 and began its activities on 5 July 2005. The institution was established to create conditions for the development and organisation of cultural, artistic, informational and educational activities, as well as for the preservation, promotion and affirmation of the cultural values of Malesia.

Since its establishment, QKI “Malesia” has conducted its activities in two languages, Albanian and Montenegrin, in accordance with the multilingual character of the environment in which it operates. Bilingual operation represents an important part of the institution’s functioning and mission to serve citizens and promote the culture, language and cultural heritage of Malesia.

From its establishment until the process of decentralisation of local competences, KIC “Malesia” operated within the institutional framework of the Capital City of Podgorica. During this period, the institution formed part of the Capital City’s institutional structure and was financed from the budget of the Capital City of Podgorica.

The year 2021 represents an important stage in the institutional development of QKI “Malesia”, with the transfer of competences and responsibilities for the institution from the Capital City of Podgorica to the Municipality of Tuzi. The process was formalised through the relevant acts concerning the establishment and organisation of the institution, including the Decision on the Establishment of the Public Institution Cultural-Information Centre “Malesia”, adopted on 24 January 2022.

Through this process, QKI “Malesia” became part of the Municipality of Tuzi, which assumed the powers of the founder and responsibility for the functioning of the institution. The financing of the institution’s activities and operations is provided from the budget of the Municipality of Tuzi, in accordance with applicable legislation and budgetary acts.

As the founder, the Municipality of Tuzi participates in defining the institutional and programme framework of KIC “Malesia” through the consideration and adoption of work programmes, financial plans, annual reports and other acts related to the institution’s activities.

QKI “Malesia” operates in the fields of culture, arts, information and cultural education. Within its programme, the institution organises and supports activities in various fields, including music, folklore, literature, theatre, film, visual arts and other cultural and artistic activities.

Concerts, performances, exhibitions, book promotions, artistic presentations, public discussions, meetings, jubilees, cultural events and other activities of a cultural, educational and social nature are held on the premises of QKI “Malesia”.

QKI “Malesia” has a particular role in preserving, developing and promoting the cultural and artistic values of Malesia. Through its programmes and activities, the institution provides a space for presenting cultural heritage, traditions, contemporary creativity and the artistic potential of the community.

Within its status as a public institution of the Municipality of Tuzi, QKI “Malesia” implements its annual work programme and participates in the implementation of cultural activities organised by the Municipality of Tuzi.

The institution acts as a partner and co-organiser of the Municipality of Tuzi in various cultural activities and events, making its premises and technical and organisational capacities available for their implementation.

The “Malesia” Cultural-Information Centre in Tuzi is a public institution with a history spanning more than two decades. It has undergone an important process of institutional transformation, from an institution operating within the framework of the Capital City of Podgorica to a public institution of the Municipality of Tuzi.

Today, KIC “Malesia” represents one of the key public cultural institutions of the Municipality of Tuzi and an important venue for the development and promotion of the culture, arts and cultural heritage of Malesia. Through its continuous activities, cooperation with institutions and cultural organisations, and its role as a partner and co-organiser of activities of the Municipality of Tuzi, QKI “Malesia” directly contributes to enriching cultural life and affirming Tuzi as a cultural centre.