MAPPING OF THE POPULATION AT RISK OF STATELESSNESS IN ALBANIA Shkodër, Skrapar, Tepelenë, Tiranë, Tropojë, UraVajgurore, Vau-Dejës, Vlorë, Vorë and in their local administrative units TLAS’ data analyst developed a specific database for the purpose of this exercise, through which 1,031 persons at risk of statelessness were identified. TLAS case management database allowed the organization to record biodata including age and gender, obstacles for registration, actions taken and follow up for specific individuals. Data information, segregation and in-depth analyses can be found under section 5 of this report “Demography and risk of statelessness in Albania”. 1.2.2.2 Qualitative methodology: people interviewed, types of questionnaires In order to understand the reasons behind statelessness or the risk of being stateless, qualitative research work was undertaken, via questionnaires, interviews and focus groups: 1) With persons at risk of statelessness 2) With various stakeholders involved in issues linked with the prevention of statelessness. 1) 11 individuals and their families were interviewed. A semi-structured questionnaire was developed in order to capture every important element of each individual’s story: see Annex 1. Questionnaire template and Annex 2. Summaries of interviews. 2) Questionnaires, interviews and focus groups were used to identify actual practice around Albania. In particular, questionnaires were distributed in each administrative unit, social services within municipalities, civil status offices, child protection units, regional education directories, health centres and police border stations. Questions raised included the interviewed person’s role, contact and understanding with regards to the risks linked to statelessness, and most importantly their awareness of the reasons behind lack of civil documentation of those persons. Interviewed persons were also asked their opinion and for suggestions on how to prevent statelessness in Albania. Practical and administrative dysfunction, as well as good practices, were also discussed. 18 UNHCR - TLAS / May 2018