PhD(c). Marjo Shabanaj completed his studies at the University of Sports of Tirana, earning a Master of Science degree as a Specialist in Physical Activity and Health. In 2014, he completed a professional training program on “Rehabilitation of Children with Autism and Development of Motor Skills” at the “SMART” Sports Center.

He has participated in several national and international scientific conferences and has published a series of research papers focusing on physical education, child health, and body composition. He is actively involved in the HealthyLifestyle4All, in collaboration with the European University of Tirana, where he contributes as a Physical Activity Specialist. PhD(c). Marjo Shabanaj holds international certifications as a Sports Administrator from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), as well as certifications as a Personal Trainer and Nutritionist (2015). A former football player, he has served since 2011 as a licensed referee under the Albanian Football Federation (FSHF), officiating matches in the Albanian Super League (Professional Football League – LPF).

Currently, he works as a full-time lecturer at the European University of Tirana (UET), within the Department of Psychology, Education and Sports, focusing on physical education, health promotion, and sports science. He also serves as the mentor of the UET Sport Club, a university sports organization that promotes physical activity on and off campus and has achieved success in several university championships.

ORCID: 0000-0001-9678-250X

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