Rural Albanians abandon the countryside in search of work

Boys play soccer near the only school in Novosej, Albania. The school also serves much of the surrounding area. In recent years many residents of the area have immigrated to the EU and smaller village schools have closed.

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Boys play soccer near the only school in Novosej, Albania. The school also serves much of the surrounding area. In recent years many residents of the area have immigrated to the EU and smaller village schools have closed.