Poticanje demokratskih vrijednosti i aktivnog građanstva među mladima
Poticanje demokratskih vrijednosti i aktivnog građanstva među mladima (PDVIAGMM) je desetomjesečni program s ciljem obuke mladih aktivista, upoznavanja s demokratijom i ljudskim pravima, poticanja na upotrebu kritičkog razmišljanja o osjetljivim temama, te izgradnje njihovih vještina komunikacije, prezentacije i istraživanja.
2020/21 EDVACAY Fellows
O programu
Desetomjesečni program čiji je cilj prenos znanja o demokratskim principima i ljudskim pravima, poticanje upotrebe kritičkog razmišljanja o osjetljivim temama, te izgradnje njihovih vještina komunikacije, prezentacije i istraživanja.
Inicijativa uključuje devetodnevni edukativni trening;individualni istraživački rad o različitim pitanjima u domenu demokratije;grupni projekt čiji su rezultat četiri građanske kampanje;i završni debatni turnir za učesnike.
Ovim programom Humanity in Action Bosna i Hercegovina cilja na studente koji imaju malo ili nimalo iskustva u neformalnom obrazovanju, volonterskom radu ili angažmanu u nevladinim organizacijama. Humanity in Action Bosna i Hercegovina trenutno implementira sedmi po redu ciklus PDVIAGMM programa uz podršku National Endowment for Democracy.
Program se sastoji od sljedećih komponenti:
Devetodnevni trening i razvoj vještina
Modul o različitim modelima demokratije, demokratskih vrijednosti, aktivnog građanstva i demokratske političke kulture u pogledu ljudskih prava, nacionalizma, identiteta i aktivizma mladih
Radionice o liderstvu, komunikaciji i istraživačkim veštinama
Uvodni debatni kurs, koji vode državni i međunarodni debatni prvaci
This allows participants to explore the issues more broadly connected to existing obstacles hindering the effective participation of youth in their local communities, and to explore the examples of discrimination and violation of human rights among young people. Mentors are be assigned to participants, who are able to offer guidelines during the research process.
Three-day Project Management and Advocacy Training (March)
This component of the program gives the participants an opportunity to present their individual research, but also to develop project and financial management skills. During this module, the participants divide into four groups and work together to develop project ideas addressing some of the issues identified as “problematic” during their research phase. At the end of the training, each group has a civic campaign project proposal written, approved, and ready for implementation with the funds received from Humanity in Action Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Implementation of Four Civic Campaigns (April – June)
Participants have three months to implement their civic campaigns and to apply the knowledge and skills acquired during the previous phases of the program.
Promotion of the Implemented Campaigns (July – August)
Media and social network promotion of the implemented campaigns.
Closing Ceremony and Debate Tournament (September)
The outcomes of the civic campaigns is presented at a public event in Sarajevo, where participants use multimedia presentations to demonstrate the ability of young people to bring about positive change in their communities. The program continues with debating tournament as a permanent program component to further hone participants’ critical thinking and presentation skills. The final debate tournament is open to other students, with the idea that the initiative will be a first step towards the creation of a vibrant university debate community in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Prošli programi
Ovaj projekat podržavaju:
When: December 2019 to September 2020 Where: Bosnia and Herzegovina Who’s eligible: First- and second-year Bosnia and Herzegovina university students
Participants
Riad Arslanović from Sarajevo, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Political Sciences (International Relations and Diplomacy)
Lamija Čelik from Sarajevo, University of Sarajevo School of Business and Economics (Management and information technologies)
Mersiha Čomor from Mostar, Herzegovina University (International Relations and Diplomacy)
Vanna Ćurin from Sarajevo, International Burch University (International Relations and European Studies)
Anes Hodžić from Tešanj, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Political Sciences (International Relations and Diplomacy)
Nikola Kandić from Bileća, University of East Sarajevo Faculty of Law
Elma Kodro from Mostar, Sarajevo School of Science and Technology (Political Science and International Relations)
Erma Kurtović from Brčko, Sarajevo School of Science and Technology (Political Science and International Relations)
Nedim Mandžuka from Bugojno, “Džemal Bijedić” University in Mostar, Faculty of Economy (Management)
Lejla Mašić from Brčko, University of Tuzla Faculty of Law
Amir Musić from Srebrenik, University of Tuzla
Faculty of Mining Geology and Civil Engineering (Safety and Health)
Emina Obradović from Stolac, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Political Sciences (Sociology)
Hana Sarajlić from Zenica, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Philosophy (Psychology)
Emir Velić from Sarajevo, International Burch University (International Relations and European Studies)
Ilma Zahirović from Zavidovići, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Law
Individual Research
During the period from December 2019 to March 2020, the participants worked on policy briefs which consisted of the following parts: an introduction followed by the description and focus of their research, three comparative examples from other communities or countries that have implemented a successful solution of the analyzed problem, and finally a conclusion with recommendations for solving the problem. Based on the provided guidelines, the participants chose research topics which delineate a wide spectrum of their interests. The research topics are as follows:
Making Primary and Secondary Schools in Bosnia and Herzegovina digitized, Elma Kodro
Inclusion of Children with Disabilities in Schools in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Emina Obradović
Proposal of the Law against Physical Punishment of Children in their Families in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Erma Kurtović
Applying artistic Techniques and Skills in working with Children and Young People on Topics of dealing with the Past, Nikola Kandić
Inclusion of Children with Autism in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Riad Arslanović
Teaching Assistants for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Sarajevo Canton, Emir Velić
Mechanisms of Support for Transgender Children in the Education System, Hana Sarajlić
Discrimination against Women in the IT sector, Lamija Čelik
Modification of the Curriculum for Civic Education in high schools of Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, Mersiha Čomor
Methods for Protection of Journalists from Physical Violence in Sarajevo Canton, Nedim Mandžuka
Motivating Citizens to Stop Supporting Corruption and to Report It, Amir Musić
Traveling Libraries, Anes Hodžić
Tackling Polluted Air in Sarajevo, Ilma Zahirović
Lack of Theater Activities among Young People in Brčko District, Lejla Mašić
De-Plasticization of the Environment through the Use of Legal Regulations, Vanna Ćurin
Group Civic Campaigns
How Do I…? You’re Missing a Paper! (Anes Hodžić, Elma Kodro, Emina Obradović and Erma Kurtović) – educating youth of Bosnia and Herzegovina on its political system through an Escape Room game based concept. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
Just Another Day (Emir Velić, Hana Sarajlić and Vanna Ćurin) – a short film used as a tool for raising awareness of the stigmatized groups’ life circumstances through the context of comparing self-isolation imposed by COVID-19 pandemic and isolation as the a product of social stigma. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
‘Let’s Cook Together’ Festival (Riad Arslanović, Lejla Mašić, Amir Musić and Ilma Zahirović) – community building initiative aimed at bringing people on the move-migrants closer to Bosnian citizens through cooking and traditional food tasting event. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
Mask Out? (Nikola Kandić, Lamija Čelik, Nedim Mandžuka and Mersiha Čomor) – raising awareness of domestic violence against women by creating a mural and using the universality of art as a tool to convey messages of support to victims. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
When: December 2016 to September 2017
Where: Bosnia and Herzegovina
Who’s eligible: First- and second-year Bosnia and Herzegovina university students
“Encouraging Democratic Values and Active Citizenship Among Youth” is a ten month long program with the goal of training young activists, introducing them to democracy and human rights issues, encouraging them to employ critical thinking on sensitive topics, and building their communications, presentation, and research skills. The program includes a nine day training and skills development training; individual research projects on democracy-related issues; a group project resulting in four civic campaigns; and a final debate tournament for the participants.
With this program, Humanity in Action Bosnia and Herzegovina is targeting students who have little to no experience in non-formal education, volunteer work or NGO engagement.
EDVACAY is being implemented by Humanity in Action Bosnia and Herzegovina for the fifth year in a row, with the support of the National Endowment for Democracy.
Participants
Majda Alagić, University of Bihać Faculty of Pedagogy Department of English Language and Literature, from Bihać
Lejla Bašić, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Philosophy Department of Psychology, from Bihać
Azra Beriša, University of Sarajevo School of Economics and Business, from Sarajevo
Berina Ćatić, University of Sarajevo School of Economics and Business, from Sarajevo
Ismar Fazlić, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Traffic and Communications, from Sarajevo
Nizama Hubljar, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Political Science (International Relations and Diplomacy), from Donji Vakuf
Ema Jukić, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Political Science (International Relations and Diplomacy), from Sarajevo
Šejla Kulenović, University of Bihać Faculty of Law, from Bihać
Dino Majstorović, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Political Science (International Relations and Diplomacy), from Bihać
Emina Mušija, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Political Science (International Relations and Diplomacy), from Kakanj
Tijana Nikić, University of Banja Luka Faculty of Law, from Modriča
Amir Pečenković, International Burch University Department of English Language and Literature, from Bihać
Dženeta Pitić, University of Sarajevo School of Economics and Business, from Sarajevo
Almir Saračević, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Philosophy Department of Sociology, from Bihać
Mirza Srna, University of Sarajevo Faculty of Political Science (Social Work), from Sarajevo
Individual Research
During the period from December 2016 to March 2017, the participants worked on policy briefs which consisted of the following parts: an introduction followed by the description and focus of their research, three comparative examples from other communities or countries that have implemented a successful solution of the analyzed problem, and finally a conclusion with recommendations for solving the problem.
The participants wrote about various topics in many fields such as economy, entrepreneurship, and education. Most participants focused on analyzing issues that affect students directly, such as the low student standard at their universities and in the country, and the lack of extracurricular activities and student practice programs.
Group Civic Campaigns
1. “Freedom Corner” by Berina Ćatić, Dino Majstorović, Amir Pečenković and Dženeta Pitić – a website with the goal of raising awareness about and promoting economic rights, freedoms, liberal market, and their role within the post-conflict democratic society of BiH.
2. “A Wealth of Diversity in Bosnia and Herzegovina” by Lejla Bašić, Nizama Hubljar, Emina Mušija and Mirza Srna – a documentary film aimed at presenting stories and perspectives about breaking stereotypes and prejudice in the society. VISIT YOUTUBE CHANNEL
3. “Now I Know What I Want!” by Azra Beriša, Ismar Fazlić, Ema Jukić and Almir Saračević – a series of short videos about various manual crafts and professions that are not present in mainstream discourse, in order to provide elementary school students with new perspectives and possibilities of potential career choices. VISIT YOUTUBE CHANNEL
4. “Simulation Games as a Tool of Raising Democratic Awareness and Culture of Dialogue among Youth in the Bosanska Krajina Region” by Majda Alagić, Šejla Kulenović and Tijana Nikić – a civic campaign based on conducting simulation games on relevant democracy-related topics in elementary and high schools.
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When: December 2015 to July 2016
Where: Bosnia and Herzegovina
Who’s eligible: First- and second-year BiH university students
“Encouraging Democratic Values and Active Citizenship Among Youth” is a seven month long program with the goal of training young activists, introducing them to democracy and human rights issues, encouraging them to employ critical thinking on sensitive topics, and building their communications, presentation, and research skills. The program includes a nine day training, individual research projects on democracy-related issues, a group project resulting in three civic campaigns, and a final debate tournament for the participants.”
With this program, Humanity in Action Bosnia and Herzegovina is targeting students who have little to no experience in non-formal education, volunteer work or NGO engagement.
EDVACAY is being implemented by Humanity in Action Bosnia and Herzegovina for the fourth year in a row, with the support of the National Endowment for Democracy.
Participants
Fifteen participants from 10 BiH cities and of different academic backgrounds were selected to participate in the project.
Nevena Brkić, Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Banja Luka, from Banja Luka
Samira Čirić, Faculty of Political Science, University of Sarajevo, from Bihać
Haris Drljević, Faculty of Political Science, University of Sarajevo, from Sarajevo
Emela Fazlić, Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Sarajevo, from Sarajevo
Lamija Jamak, International University of Sarajevo, from Sarajevo
Meliha Kovačević, Faculty of Natural Science, University of Sarajevo, from Bužim
Muhamed Kozlica, Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Bihać, from Bihać
Iman Krnjić, Faculty of Law, University of Sarajevo, from Travnik
Naila Malkić, Faculty of Political Science, University of Sarajevo, from Donji Vakuf
Amra Mešić, Faculty of Pedagogy, University of Bihać Islamic, from Bihać
Barbara Mijatović, Faculty of Law, University of Mostar, from Čapljina
Siniša Pećanac, Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Banja Luka, from Drvar
Amina Pirić, Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Sarajevo, from Tuzla
Tamara Tešnjak, Faculty of Political Science, University of Sarajevo, from Zenica
Nikola Xaviereff, Faculty of Political Science, University of Sarajevo, from Sarajevo
Individual Research
As part of the second program phase that lasted from December 2015 until July 2016, program participants conducted individual pieces of research. They addressed issues directly related to the existing obstacles that hinder the effective participation of youth in their local communities and other problems and deficiencies in these communities that they would like to see resolved. The research they did therefore tackled the examples of discrimination and violation of human rights among young people, as well as other relevant inquiries.
Based on the provided guidelines, the participants chose research topics which delineate a wide spectrum of their interests. The research topics are as follows:
The Lack of Obligatory Sport Activities in Higher Education, Nevena Brkić
Supporting the Youth Theatre in Bihać, Samira Čirić
(Non-)Activism of High School Students in Sarajevo, Haris Drljević
Towards a “Green” Way of Life: The Potential of an Integrated Waste Management System, Emela Fazlić
Finding a Solution to Reducing Lines for Public Transport Coupons in Sarajevo, Lamija Jamak
Introducing Lockers as an Educational Tool in Elementary Schools in Una-Sana Canton, Meliha Kovačević
Disabled Persons’ Access to Public Institutions, Muhamed Kozlica
Building a Playground in the Bjelave Neighborhood in Sarajevo, Iman Krnjić
Cruelty Free: Marking Cosmetic Products Not Tested on Animals, Naila Malkić
Introducing a Course on Academic Writing to First Year of Studies on Faculties of Social Science in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Amra Mešić
Banning the Use of Pyrotechnics in Hercegovačko-Neretvanski Canton, Barbara Mijatović
Equal Education for All!, Siniša Pećanac
The Issue of Waste Disposal in the Sarajevo Neighborhood of Alipašino Polje, Amina Pirić
Granting Free Access to Published Legislative Texts in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Tamara Tešnjak
Introducing the Subject “Ethics and Moral” to Elementary Schools in Sarajevo Canton, Nikola Xaviereff
Group Civic Campaigns
In the fourth phase of the program, which started in March, participants finalized their action projects:
Group 1: “Student Cookbook” by Lamija Jamak, Iman Krnjić, Amina Pirić and Nikola Xaviereff, a collection of low-cost recipes students resort to due to the low standard of living at the University of Sarajevo, followed by an online petition for opening a student restaurant as part of the university campus.
Group 2: “Cruelty Free – Marking Cosmetics Not Tested on Animals” by Emela Fazlić, Naila Malkić and Barbara Mijatović, an awareness raising campaign promoted at a public event in Sarajevo. LEARN MORE
Group 3: “Down the Memory Lane of the Sarajevo Jewish Community” by Samira Čirić, Haris Drljević, Meliha Kovačević and Tamara Tešnjak, a short documentary movie about the history of the Jewish Community in Sarajevo. WATCH VIDEO
Group 4: “Learning How to Study” by Nevena Brkić, Muhamed Kozlica, Amra Mešić and Siniša Pećanac, a series of online video tutorials with tips about preparing for exams and writing papers, accompanied by a practical handbook. VISIT YOUTUBE CHANNEL
WHEN: 2014/2015
WHERE: Bosnia and Herzegovina
WHO’S ELIGIBLE: First- and second-year BiH university students
“Encouraging Democratic Values and Active Citizenship Among Youth” is a seven month long program with the goal of training young activists, introducing them to democracy and human rights issues, encouraging them to employ critical thinking on sensitive topics, and building their communications, presentation, and research skills. The program includes a nine day training, individual research projects on democracy-related issues, a group project resulting in three civic campaigns, and a final debate tournament for the participants.
With this program, Humanity in Action Bosnia and Herzegovina is targeting students who have little to no experience in non-formal education, volunteer work or NGO engagement.
EDVACAY is being implemented by Humanity in Action Bosnia and Herzegovina for the third year in a row, with the support of the National Endowment for Democracy.
Participants
Fifteen participants from 8 BiH cities and of different academic backgrounds were selected to participate in the project.
Denis Bartulović, from Tuzla
Esma Osmanbegović, Faculty of Medicine, University of Sarajevo, from Gračanica
Ilma Aljović, Faculty of Law, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Jovana Kljajić, Faculty of Political Science, University of Banja Luka, from Banja Luka
Merima Mahmić, Faculty of Law, University of Sarajevo, from Brčko
Milana Marinković, from Banja Luka
Minel Abaz, from Sarajevo
Mubera Ademović, from Sarajevo
Nada Huković, from Sarajevo
Snježana Ćeho, from East Ilidža
Zlatko Sofović, Faculty of Law, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Individual Research
As part of the second program phase that lasted from 15 December 2012 until 15 March 2013, program participants conducted individual pieces of research. They addressed issues directly related to the existing obstacles that hinder the effective participation of youth in their local communities and other problems and deficiencies in these communities that they would like to see resolved. The research they did therefore tackled the examples of discrimination and violation of human rights among young people, as well as other relevant inquiries.
Based on the provided guidelines, the participants chose research topics which delineate a wide spectrum of their interests. The research topics are as follows:
“Taking justice into their own hands: A Case Study of stray dogs in Tuzla” (Denis Bartulović)
“The impact of actions and activities of NGOs in the municipality of Gračanica on the overall improvement of the quality of life in this municipality ” (Esma Osmanbegović)
“Election and dismissal of student and teaching assistants at the University of Sarajevo and the evaluation of their work“ (Ilma Aljović)
“Analysis of media discourse on the process of integration of Bosnia and Herzegovina into the European Union” (Jovana Kljajić)
“The Unemployment Bureau institutional support in employing persons with physical disabilities in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina” (Merima Mahmić)
“The turnout of young people to the polls in Banja Luka – opinions and recommendations” (Milana Marinović)
“Strategy and the articulation of social movements: Case Studies in Sarajevo Canton” (Minel Abaz)
“Youth participation in the labor market according to levels of completed education: Unemployment and poor working conditions, the number one problem of graduates in the Sarajevo Canton” (Mubera Ademović)
“The perception of the safety of citizens in municipality of Old Town Sarajevo” (Nada Huković)
“The reasons for nonengagement and the passivity of young people in the municipality of East Ilidža” (Snježana Ćeho)
“The legitimacy, accountability and transparency of the Association of Students of the Faculty of Law in University of Zenica” (Zlatko Sofović)
Group Projects
In the fourth phase of the program, which started on March 24, participants will have three months to finalize their action projects:
Group 1: “A Campaign for a more Cultured Krajina” aims at raising awareness about culture, primarily among young people, but also among other citizens of Krajina (North-Western region of BiH) by launching a website with cultural events in 2 cities, each belonging to a different entity in BiH and by making street art relevant to culture, in cooperation with the relevant cultural institutions, in order to raise awareness about culture in general and the involved institutions in particular. The pilot project will encompass Bihać (Federation of BiH) and Banja Luka (Republika Srpska).
Group 2: “I Want Things to be Different in BiH” aims to raise awareness that being different is not a bad thing and to shed light on the concept of being different in BiH by printing brochures with stories of individuals who overcame obstacles despite being labeled as ‘different’ and by organizing 3 photo exhibitions of pictures showing how being different is not a stigma. The project will take place in Zenica, Sarajevo and Tuzla.
In order to present stories and photos of individuals daring to be different in BiH, the project participants collected stories of five individuals and simultaneously issued a call for submitting photographs, both under the theme “We are all the same / I would like things to be diferent in BiH”. The stories were included in a publication that tells the stories of: a Roma girl; a transgender person; a mature student; a full-time student who is employed at the same time; and a student studying and working in a town where he’s a member of a constituent majority. All the five stories share a connective thread – people who have managed to overcome the difficulties and the discrimination they were faced with in the BiH society, thus offering a positive example and showing how perceived differences do not have to stop you from achieving great things. The publication was presented and the photos exhibited in Zenica (10 May 2014), Tuzla (24 May 2014) and Sarajevo (26-28 May 2014).
The project was implemented by the EDVACAY participants: Lana Beciragic, Berina Verlasevic, Aldin Vrskic, Arnes Zabic and Jasmina Karahasanovic.
Group 3: “Say NO to Prejudice!” aims to decrease prejudice and stereotypes of young people based on name, nationality, language and to connect young people from different environments by organizing 2 anti-prejudice workshops led by experts in the field and the group project participants. The project will engage 20 youth from Sarajevo and Mostar, respectively.
Within the group project, two anti-prejudice workshops were organized with the aim of tackling the pervasive effects of prejudice, which include, but are not limited to, hate speech, discrimination, xenophobia, racism, and chauvinism. The first workshop was held on 10 May at the Faculty of Political Sciences in Sarajevo, while the second one took place on 17 May 2014 at the International Primary School in Mostar. Both workshops consisted of both a theoretical and an interactive part, designed to make the participants more aware of the concepts of stereotype, prejudice and discrimination, as well as their development, influence (particularly on young people) and ways of changing and reducing the behavior that reinforces prejudice.
The project was organized by the EDVACAY participants: Matea Jevric, Nina Dosenovic, Mahir Sijamija and Sanel Tufekcic.
This phase allowed the program participants to apply the skills learned during the first three phases of the project. HIA BiH staff provided ongoing support and mentorship.
WHEN: November 2013 to July 2014
WHERE: Bosnia and Herzegovina
WHO’S ELIGIBLE: First- and second-year BiH university students
“Encouraging Democratic Values and Active Citizenship Among Youth” is a seven month long program with the goal of training young activists, introducing them to democracy and human rights issues, encouraging them to employ critical thinking on sensitive topics, and building their communications, presentation, and research skills. The program includes a nine day training, individual research projects on democracy-related issues, a group project resulting in three civic campaigns, and a final debate tournament for the participants.
With this program, Humanity in Action Bosnia and Herzegovina is targeting students who have little to no experience in non-formal education, volunteer work or NGO engagement.
EDVACAY is being implemented by Humanity in Action Bosnia and Herzegovina for the second year in a row, with the support of the National Endowment for Democracy.
Participants
Fifteen participants from 12 BiH cities and of different academic backgrounds were selected to participate in the project.
Aldin Vrskic, second year student, Faculty of Economics, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Ammar Lidjan, first year student, Faculty of Economics, University of Bihac, from Bihac
Arnela Zecevic, second year student, Faculty of Law, University of Bihac, from Bosanski Petrovac
Arnes Zabic, second year student, Faculty of Economics, University of Tuzla, from Lukavac
Berina Verlasevic, first year student, American University in Bosnia and Herzegovina, from Sarajevo
Djordje Ostic, second year student, Faculty of Architecture and Civil Engineering, University of Banja Luka, from Banja Luka
Eldin Begic, first year student, Islamic Faculty of Education, University of Bihac, from Bihac
Jasmina Karahasanovic, first year student, Faculty of Health Studies, European University Brcko District, from Brcko
Lana Beciragic, second year student, Faculty of Law, University of Sarajevo, from Sarajevo
Mahir Sijamija, third year student, Faculty of Political Science, University of Sarajevo, from Donji Vakuf
Matea Jevric, second year student, Faculty of Humanities, “Dzemal Bijedic” University of Mostar, from Mostar
Milos Macura, first year student, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Banja Luka, from Prijedor
Nina Dosenovic, second year student, School of Economics and Business, University of Sarajevo, from Sarajevo
Sanel Tufekcic, first year student, Faculty of Humanities, “Dzemal Bijedic” University of Mostar, from Livno
Srdjan Pavic, first year student, Faculty of Law, University of Banja Luka, from Novi Grad
Individual Research
As part of the second program phase that lasted from 15 December 2013 until 15 March 2014, program participants conducted individual pieces of research. They addressed issues directly related to the existing obstacles that hinder the effective participation of youth in their local communities and other problems and deficiencies in these communities that they would like to see resolved. The research they did therefore tackled the examples of discrimination and violation of human rights among young people, as well as other relevant inquiries.
Based on the provided guidelines, the participants chose research topics which delineate a wide spectrum of their interests. The research topics are as follows:
“The Efforts of Local Authorities to Suppress Xenophobia and Chauvinism in Livno” (Sanel Tufekcic)
“Knowledge about the Cultural and Social Life of Young People in Different BiH Entities” (Djordje Ostic)
“Perception of and the Trust of the Citizens of Prijedor in the Police” (Milos Macura)
“Living Standards of Students at the University of Bihac – Case Study: Law Faculty of the University of Bihac” (Arnela Zecevic)
“The Role and Significance of Student Organizations at the University of Tuzla” (Arnes Zabic)
“A Comparative Overview of the Perception of Optimism/Pessimism of Young People in Large and Small Towns” (Mahir Sijamija)
“Attitudes of Citizens of Bihac on Youth Activism in Local Community” (Eldin Begic)
“Attitudes of Students of State Universities towards the Students of Private Universities in Sarajevo” (Berina Verlasevic)
“How Students Perceive the Presence of Stray Dogs in Sarajevo” (Nina Dosenovic)
“Attitudes of Young People on the Culture of Volunteering in Bihac” (Ammar Lidjan)
“The Level of Identification of Youth from Zenica with their City and with the Country” (Aldin Vrskic)
“The Habits of Young People towards Reading Books at the University of Sarajevo” (Lana Beciragic)
“Youth Activism in Mostar” (Matea Jevric)
“The Factors behind the Non-Existence of the Law on Youth in the Brcko District” (Jasmina Karahasanovic)
After selecting their topics, the participants were each assigned mentors. Each of the three mentors supervised a group of five participants. Mentors communicated with the mentees on a regular basis and provided hands-on support during the research process, while in turn the participants showed a high degree of motivation and maturity while conducting the research.
In the fourth phase of the program, which started on March 24, participants will have three months to finalize their action projects:
Group 1: “A Campaign for a more Cultured Krajina” aims at raising awareness about culture, primarily among young people, but also among other citizens of Krajina (North-Western region of BiH) by launching a website with cultural events in 2 cities, each belonging to a different entity in BiH and by making street art relevant to culture, in cooperation with the relevant cultural institutions, in order to raise awareness about culture in general and the involved institutions in particular. The pilot project will encompass Bihać (Federation of BiH) and Banja Luka (Republika Srpska).
Group 2: “I Want Things to be Different in BiH” aims to raise awareness that being different is not a bad thing and to shed light on the concept of being different in BiH by printing brochures with stories of individuals who overcame obstacles despite being labeled as ‘different’ and by organizing 3 photo exhibitions of pictures showing how being different is not a stigma. The project will take place in Zenica, Sarajevo and Tuzla.
In order to present stories and photos of individuals daring to be different in BiH, the project participants collected stories of five individuals and simultaneously issued a call for submitting photographs, both under the theme “We are all the same / I would like things to be diferent in BiH”. The stories were included in a publication that tells the stories of: a Roma girl; a transgender person; a mature student; a full-time student who is employed at the same time; and a student studying and working in a town where he’s a member of a constituent majority. All the five stories share a connective thread – people who have managed to overcome the difficulties and the discrimination they were faced with in the BiH society, thus offering a positive example and showing how perceived differences do not have to stop you from achieving great things. The publication was presented and the photos exhibited in Zenica (10 May 2014), Tuzla (24 May 2014) and Sarajevo (26-28 May 2014).
The project was implemented by the EDVACAY participants: Lana Beciragic, Berina Verlasevic, Aldin Vrskic, Arnes Zabic and Jasmina Karahasanovic.
Group 3: “Say NO to Prejudice!” aims to decrease prejudice and stereotypes of young people based on name, nationality, language and to connect young people from different environments by organizing 2 anti-prejudice workshops led by experts in the field and the group project participants. The project will engage 20 youth from Sarajevo and Mostar, respectively.
Within the group project, two anti-prejudice workshops were organized with the aim of tackling the pervasive effects of prejudice, which include, but are not limited to, hate speech, discrimination, xenophobia, racism, and chauvinism. The first workshop was held on 10 May at the Faculty of Political Sciences in Sarajevo, while the second one took place on 17 May 2014 at the International Primary School in Mostar. Both workshops consisted of both a theoretical and an interactive part, designed to make the participants more aware of the concepts of stereotype, prejudice and discrimination, as well as their development, influence (particularly on young people) and ways of changing and reducing the behavior that reinforces prejudice.
The project was organized by the EDVACAY participants: Matea Jevric, Nina Dosenovic, Mahir Sijamija and Sanel Tufekcic.
This phase allowed the program participants to apply the skills learned during the first three phases of the project. HIA BiH staff provided ongoing support and mentorship.
WHEN: 2012/2013
WHERE: Bosnia and Herzegovina
WHO’S ELIGIBLE: First- and second-year BiH university students
“Encouraging Democratic Values and Active Citizenship Among Youth” is a seven month long program with the goal of training young activists, introducing them to democracy and human rights issues, encouraging them to employ critical thinking on sensitive topics, and building their communications, presentation, and research skills. The program includes a nine day training, individual research projects on democracy-related issues, a group project resulting in three civic campaigns, and a final debate tournament for the participants.
With this program, Humanity in Action Bosnia and Herzegovina is targeting students who have little to no experience in non-formal education, volunteer work or NGO engagement.
EDVACAY is being implemented by Humanity in Action Bosnia and Herzegovina with the support of the National Endowment for Democracy.
Participants
Fifteen participants from 8 BiH cities and of different academic backgrounds were selected to participate in the project.
Denis Bartulović, from Tuzla
Esma Osmanbegović, Faculty of Medicine, University of Sarajevo, from Gračanica
Ilma Aljović, Faculty of Law, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Jovana Kljajić, Faculty of Political Science, University of Banja Luka, from Banja Luka
Merima Mahmić, Faculty of Law, University of Sarajevo, from Brčko
Milana Marinković, from Banja Luka
Minel Abaz, from Sarajevo
Mubera Ademović, from Sarajevo
Nada Huković, from Sarajevo
Snježana Ćeho, from East Ilidža
Zlatko Sofović, Faculty of Law, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Individual Research
As part of the second program phase that lasted from 15 December 2012 until 15 March 2013, program participants conducted individual pieces of research. They addressed issues directly related to the existing obstacles that hinder the effective participation of youth in their local communities and other problems and deficiencies in these communities that they would like to see resolved. The research they did therefore tackled the examples of discrimination and violation of human rights among young people, as well as other relevant inquiries.
Based on the provided guidelines, the participants chose research topics which delineate a wide spectrum of their interests. The research topics are as follows:
“Taking justice into their own hands: A Case Study of stray dogs in Tuzla” (Denis Bartulović)
“The impact of actions and activities of NGOs in the municipality of Gračanica on the overall improvement of the quality of life in this municipality ” (Esma Osmanbegović)
“Election and dismissal of student and teaching assistants at the University of Sarajevo and the evaluation of their work“ (Ilma Aljović)
“Analysis of media discourse on the process of integration of Bosnia and Herzegovina into the European Union” (Jovana Kljajić)
“The Unemployment Bureau institutional support in employing persons with physical disabilities in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina” (Merima Mahmić)
“The turnout of young people to the polls in Banja Luka – opinions and recommendations” (Milana Marinović)
“Strategy and the articulation of social movements: Case Studies in Sarajevo Canton” (Minel Abaz)
“Youth participation in the labor market according to levels of completed education: Unemployment and poor working conditions, the number one problem of graduates in the Sarajevo Canton” (Mubera Ademović)
“The perception of the safety of citizens in municipality of Old Town Sarajevo” (Nada Huković)
“The reasons for nonengagement and the passivity of young people in the municipality of East Ilidža” (Snježana Ćeho)
“The legitimacy, accountability and transparency of the Association of Students of the Faculty of Law in University of Zenica” (Zlatko Sofović)
WHEN: November 2013 to July 2014
WHERE: Bosnia and Herzegovina
WHO’S ELIGIBLE: First- and second-year BiH university students
Participants
Aldin Vrskic, second year student, Faculty of Economics, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Ammar Lidjan, first year student, Faculty of Economics, University of Bihac, from Bihac
Arnela Zecevic, second year student, Faculty of Law, University of Bihac, from Bosanski Petrovac
Arnes Zabic, second year student, Faculty of Economics, University of Tuzla, from Lukavac
Berina Verlasevic, first year student, American University in Bosnia and Herzegovina, from Sarajevo
Djordje Ostic, second year student, Faculty of Architecture and Civil Engineering, University of Banja Luka, from Banja Luka
Eldin Begic, first year student, Islamic Faculty of Education, University of Bihac, from Bihac
Jasmina Karahasanovic, first year student, Faculty of Health Studies, European University Brcko District, from Brcko
Lana Beciragic, second year student, Faculty of Law, University of Sarajevo, from Sarajevo
Mahir Sijamija, third year student, Faculty of Political Science, University of Sarajevo, from Donji Vakuf
Matea Jevric, second year student, Faculty of Humanities, “Dzemal Bijedic” University of Mostar, from Mostar
Milos Macura, first year student, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Banja Luka, from Prijedor
Nina Dosenovic, second year student, School of Economics and Business, University of Sarajevo, from Sarajevo
Sanel Tufekcic, first year student, Faculty of Humanities, “Dzemal Bijedic” University of Mostar, from Livno
Srdjan Pavic, first year student, Faculty of Law, University of Banja Luka, from Novi Grad
Individual Research
As part of the second program phase that lasted from 15 December 2013 until 15 March 2014, program participants conducted individual pieces of research. They addressed issues directly related to the existing obstacles that hinder the effective participation of youth in their local communities and other problems and deficiencies in these communities that they would like to see resolved. The research they did therefore tackled the examples of discrimination and violation of human rights among young people, as well as other relevant inquiries.
Based on the provided guidelines, the participants chose research topics which delineate a wide spectrum of their interests. The research topics are as follows:
The Efforts of Local Authorities to Suppress Xenophobia and Chauvinism in Livno, Sanel Tufekčić
Knowledge about the Cultural and Social Life of Young People in Different BiH Entities, Đorđe Ostić
Perception of and the Trust of the Citizens of Prijedor in the Police, Miloš Macura
Living Standards of Students at the University of Bihać – Case Study: Law Faculty of the University of Bihać, Arnela Zečević
The Role and Significance of Student Organizations at the University of Tuzla, Arnes Žabić
A Comparative Overview of the Perception of Optimism/Pessimism of Young People in Large and Small Towns, Mahir Sijamija
Attitudes of Citizens of Bihac on Youth Activism in Local Community, Eldin Begić
Attitudes of Students of State Universities towards the Students of Private Universities in Sarajevo, Berina Verlašević
How Students Perceive the Presence of Stray Dogs in Sarajevo, Nina Dosenović
Attitudes of Young People on the Culture of Volunteering in Bihac, Ammar Lidjan
The Level of Identification of Youth from Zenica with their City and with the Country, Aldin Vrškić
The Habits of Young People towards Reading Books at the University of Sarajevo, Lana Bečiragić
Youth Activism in Mostar, Matea Jevrić
The Factors behind the Non-Existence of the Law on Youth in the Brcko District, Jasmina Karahasanović
After selecting their topics, the participants were each assigned mentors. Each of the three mentors supervised a group of five participants. Mentors communicated with the mentees on a regular basis and provided hands-on support during the research process, while in turn the participants showed a high degree of motivation and maturity while conducting the research.
A Campaign for a more Cultured Krajina (Đorđe Ostić, Miloš Macura, Eldin Begić, Arnela Zečević, Ammar Liđan) aimed at raising awareness about culture, primarily among young people, but also among other citizens of Krajina (North-Western region of BiH) by launching a website with cultural events and by making street art relevant to culture. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
I Want Things to be Different in BiH (Lana Bečiragić, Berina Verlašević, Aldin Vrškić, Arnes Zabić and Jasmina Karahasanović) aimed at raising awareness that being different is not a bad thing and to shed light on the concept of being different in BiH by printing brochures with stories of individuals who overcame obstacles despite being labeled as ‘different’ and by organizing 3 photo exhibitions of pictures showing how being different is not a stigma. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
Say NO to Prejudice! (Matea Jevrić, Nina Dosenović, Mahir Sijamija and Sanel Tufekčić) aimed at decreasing prejudice and stereotypes of young people based on name, nationality, language and to connect young people from different environments by organizing 2 anti-prejudice workshops led by experts in the field and the group project participants. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
WHEN: 2012/2013
WHERE: Bosnia and Herzegovina
WHO’S ELIGIBLE: First- and second-year BiH university students
Participants
Denis Bartulović, from Tuzla
Esma Osmanbegović, Faculty of Medicine, University of Sarajevo, from Gračanica
Ilma Aljović, Faculty of Law, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Jovana Kljajić, Faculty of Political Science, University of Banja Luka, from Banja Luka
Salem Suljić
Merima Mahmić, Faculty of Law, University of Sarajevo, from Brčko
Milana Marinović, from Banja Luka
Minel Abaz, from Sarajevo
Tin Marković
Mubera Ademović, from Sarajevo
Nađa Huković, from Sarajevo
Matej Vrebac
Snježana Ćeho, from East Ilidža
Zlatko Sofović, Faculty of Law, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Individual Research
As part of the second program phase that lasted from 15 December 2012 until 15 March 2013, program participants conducted individual pieces of research. They addressed issues directly related to the existing obstacles that hinder the effective participation of youth in their local communities and other problems and deficiencies in these communities that they would like to see resolved. The research they did therefore tackled the examples of discrimination and violation of human rights among young people, as well as other relevant inquiries.
Based on the provided guidelines, the participants chose research topics which delineate a wide spectrum of their interests. The research topics are as follows:
Taking justice into their own hands: A Case Study of stray dogs in Tuzla, Denis Bartulović
The impact of actions and activities of NGOs in the municipality of Gračanica on the overall improvement of the quality of life in this municipality, Esma Osmanbegović
Election and dismissal of student and teaching assistants at the University of Sarajevo and the evaluation of their work, Ilma Aljović
Analysis of media discourse on the process of integration of Bosnia and Herzegovina into the European Union, Jovana Kljajić
The Unemployment Bureau institutional support in employing persons with physical disabilities in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Merima Mahmić
The turnout of young people to the polls in Banja Luka – opinions and recommendations, Milana Marinović
Strategy and the articulation of social movements: Case Studies in Sarajevo Canton, Minel Abaz
Youth participation in the labor market according to levels of completed education: Unemployment and poor working conditions, the number one problem of graduates in the Sarajevo Canton, Mubera Ademović
The perception of the safety of citizens in municipality of Old Town Sarajevo, Nađa Huković
The reasons for non-engagement and the passivity of young people in the municipality of East Ilidža, Snježana Ćeho
The legitimacy, accountability and transparency of the Association of Students of the Faculty of Law in University of Zenica, Zlatko Sofović
Group Civic Campaigns
Right Choice, Right Student (Ilma Aljović, Nađa Huković, Milana Marinović, Tin Marković & Matej Vrebac) had an aim of introducing new campaigning practices when electing the leadership of student associations at the University of Sarajevo. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
Mentor for a Better Future (Jovana Kljajić, Esma Osmanbegović, Denis Bartulović & Salem Suljić) had an aim to raise awareness about using the benefits of non-formal education and activism by youth in Tuzla, which is known for fewer opportunities for youth engagement. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
Action against Violence (Minel Abaz, Mubera Ademović, Merima Mahmić, Zlatko Sofović & Snježana Ćeho) had an aim to raise awareness about the problem of youth delinquency in Canton Sarajevo which had not been on the government’s agenda since 2008 when several young people were shot by minors in public space in different Sarajevo municipalities. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
WHEN: 2012/2013
WHERE: Bosnia and Herzegovina
WHO’S ELIGIBLE: First- and second-year BiH university students
Participants
Denis Bartulović, from Tuzla
Esma Osmanbegović, Faculty of Medicine, University of Sarajevo, from Gračanica
Ilma Aljović, Faculty of Law, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Jovana Kljajić, Faculty of Political Science, University of Banja Luka, from Banja Luka
Salem Suljić
Merima Mahmić, Faculty of Law, University of Sarajevo, from Brčko
Milana Marinović, from Banja Luka
Minel Abaz, from Sarajevo
Tin Marković
Mubera Ademović, from Sarajevo
Nađa Huković, from Sarajevo
Matej Vrebac
Snježana Ćeho, from East Ilidža
Zlatko Sofović, Faculty of Law, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Individual Research
As part of the second program phase that lasted from 15 December 2012 until 15 March 2013, program participants conducted individual pieces of research. They addressed issues directly related to the existing obstacles that hinder the effective participation of youth in their local communities and other problems and deficiencies in these communities that they would like to see resolved. The research they did therefore tackled the examples of discrimination and violation of human rights among young people, as well as other relevant inquiries.
Based on the provided guidelines, the participants chose research topics which delineate a wide spectrum of their interests. The research topics are as follows:
Taking justice into their own hands: A Case Study of stray dogs in Tuzla, Denis Bartulović
The impact of actions and activities of NGOs in the municipality of Gračanica on the overall improvement of the quality of life in this municipality, Esma Osmanbegović
Election and dismissal of student and teaching assistants at the University of Sarajevo and the evaluation of their work, Ilma Aljović
Analysis of media discourse on the process of integration of Bosnia and Herzegovina into the European Union, Jovana Kljajić
The Unemployment Bureau institutional support in employing persons with physical disabilities in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Merima Mahmić
The turnout of young people to the polls in Banja Luka – opinions and recommendations, Milana Marinović
Strategy and the articulation of social movements: Case Studies in Sarajevo Canton, Minel Abaz
Youth participation in the labor market according to levels of completed education: Unemployment and poor working conditions, the number one problem of graduates in the Sarajevo Canton, Mubera Ademović
The perception of the safety of citizens in municipality of Old Town Sarajevo, Nađa Huković
The reasons for non-engagement and the passivity of young people in the municipality of East Ilidža, Snježana Ćeho
The legitimacy, accountability and transparency of the Association of Students of the Faculty of Law in University of Zenica, Zlatko Sofović
Group Civic Campaigns
Right Choice, Right Student (Ilma Aljović, Nađa Huković, Milana Marinović, Tin Marković & Matej Vrebac) had an aim of introducing new campaigning practices when electing the leadership of student associations at the University of Sarajevo. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
Mentor for a Better Future (Jovana Kljajić, Esma Osmanbegović, Denis Bartulović & Salem Suljić) had an aim to raise awareness about using the benefits of non-formal education and activism by youth in Tuzla, which is known for fewer opportunities for youth engagement. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
Action against Violence (Minel Abaz, Mubera Ademović, Merima Mahmić, Zlatko Sofović & Snježana Ćeho) had an aim to raise awareness about the problem of youth delinquency in Canton Sarajevo which had not been on the government’s agenda since 2008 when several young people were shot by minors in public space in different Sarajevo municipalities. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
WHEN: 2012/2013
WHERE: Bosnia and Herzegovina
WHO’S ELIGIBLE: First- and second-year BiH university students
Participants
Denis Bartulović, from Tuzla
Esma Osmanbegović, Faculty of Medicine, University of Sarajevo, from Gračanica
Ilma Aljović, Faculty of Law, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Jovana Kljajić, Faculty of Political Science, University of Banja Luka, from Banja Luka
Salem Suljić
Merima Mahmić, Faculty of Law, University of Sarajevo, from Brčko
Milana Marinović, from Banja Luka
Minel Abaz, from Sarajevo
Tin Marković
Mubera Ademović, from Sarajevo
Nađa Huković, from Sarajevo
Matej Vrebac
Snježana Ćeho, from East Ilidža
Zlatko Sofović, Faculty of Law, University of Zenica, from Zenica
Individual Research
As part of the second program phase that lasted from 15 December 2012 until 15 March 2013, program participants conducted individual pieces of research. They addressed issues directly related to the existing obstacles that hinder the effective participation of youth in their local communities and other problems and deficiencies in these communities that they would like to see resolved. The research they did therefore tackled the examples of discrimination and violation of human rights among young people, as well as other relevant inquiries.
Based on the provided guidelines, the participants chose research topics which delineate a wide spectrum of their interests. The research topics are as follows:
Taking justice into their own hands: A Case Study of stray dogs in Tuzla, Denis Bartulović
The impact of actions and activities of NGOs in the municipality of Gračanica on the overall improvement of the quality of life in this municipality, Esma Osmanbegović
Election and dismissal of student and teaching assistants at the University of Sarajevo and the evaluation of their work, Ilma Aljović
Analysis of media discourse on the process of integration of Bosnia and Herzegovina into the European Union, Jovana Kljajić
The Unemployment Bureau institutional support in employing persons with physical disabilities in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Merima Mahmić
The turnout of young people to the polls in Banja Luka – opinions and recommendations, Milana Marinović
Strategy and the articulation of social movements: Case Studies in Sarajevo Canton, Minel Abaz
Youth participation in the labor market according to levels of completed education: Unemployment and poor working conditions, the number one problem of graduates in the Sarajevo Canton, Mubera Ademović
The perception of the safety of citizens in municipality of Old Town Sarajevo, Nađa Huković
The reasons for non-engagement and the passivity of young people in the municipality of East Ilidža, Snježana Ćeho
The legitimacy, accountability and transparency of the Association of Students of the Faculty of Law in University of Zenica, Zlatko Sofović
Group Civic Campaigns
Right Choice, Right Student (Ilma Aljović, Nađa Huković, Milana Marinović, Tin Marković & Matej Vrebac) had an aim of introducing new campaigning practices when electing the leadership of student associations at the University of Sarajevo. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
Mentor for a Better Future (Jovana Kljajić, Esma Osmanbegović, Denis Bartulović & Salem Suljić) had an aim to raise awareness about using the benefits of non-formal education and activism by youth in Tuzla, which is known for fewer opportunities for youth engagement. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
Action against Violence (Minel Abaz, Mubera Ademović, Merima Mahmić, Zlatko Sofović & Snježana Ćeho) had an aim to raise awareness about the problem of youth delinquency in Canton Sarajevo which had not been on the government’s agenda since 2008 when several young people were shot by minors in public space in different Sarajevo municipalities. GO TO CIVIC CAMPAIGN PAGE
Promotion of the Implemented Campaigns (July – August)
