BRAVO is announcing an open call for “Youth4Values” Online Workshop. This interactive online workshop will be a unique opportunity for youth across Bosnia and Herzegovina (and beyond) to connect, learn, and share ideas about how values can guide action in our societies. The Youth4Values project empowers young people to actively engage with the principles that shape our communities – active citizenship, democratic participation, and European values.
We are pleased to announce the selected participants for the Youth Exchange: “United Colors for an Inclusive Future”, which will take place from November 30th to October 7th, 2025, in Gijon, Spain. The key objectives of the project are to understand the challenges that people with disabilities face in their daily lives, develop solutions for those challenges, and raise awareness about the need for society as a whole to make efforts in alleviating these challenges.
The research paper “The Impact of Online Life on Youth Mental Health: A Cross-Country Comparative Study in Europe” has just been published as part of the MYndTheater project and is now available in Bosnian.
- CLOSING MEETING OF “FREE TO BE” – Strengthening the Commitment to a Safer Digital Space for LGBTQI Youth
- GENDERWISE: Moving Forward in Supporting Women’s Leadership in Sport
- Decoding Cultures: Building Bridges Across Europe
- Testimonials of Training Course “The Adaptation and Rehabilitation of Migrants to Social Life” II
- Open Call for Youth Exchange “Empowering Sustainability” in Tolocirio, Spain
Selection Results for Youth Exchange “SAY NO TO RACISM” in Sfantu Gheorge, Romania
The primary objective of this project is to support young people from diverse cultural backgrounds in enhancing their intercultural competence. By providing them with the tools and opportunities to engage with and learn from one another, the project aims to foster an environment of mutual respect and understanding. Central to the project’s approach is the development of guidelines for using music as a non-formal learning method.
“Starting Small: Circular Economy Initiatives in Sarajevo”
In 2020, Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) formalized its commitment to the circular economy by adopting the Green Agenda for the Western Balkans, a roadmap aligned with the European Green Deal to achieve climate neutrality and environmental sustainability. According to the European Parliament, circular economy refers to the practice of “sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling existing materials and products as long as possible.”
Open Call for 8 Participants for Training Course in Tirana, Albania
The Visual Thinking 4 You(th) project, has the general objective of promoting the social inclusion of dyslexic young people between 13 and 19 years old, through visual thinking, which consists in transmitting and exposing ideas through simple and easily recognizable images. The objective of this method is to improve the learner’s learning level by allowing him, through the use of images, to better understand ideas, define objectives, identify problems and generate new concepts and it is particularly effective for those who have cognitive peculiarities such as dyslexic people.
“Fashion industry and the Importance of Upcycling”
Upcycling is the transformative process of turning waste materials, unwanted products, or by-products into new, higher-value items. Unlike traditional recycling, which often involves breaking down materials into their basic components for the creation of new products, the term “upcycling” was coined in 1994 by German engineer Reiner Pliz who explains in the British monthly magazine “Salvo,” “I call recycling down-cycling. What we need is up-cycling, thanks to which old products are given a higher, not a lower, value.”
Selection Results for Youth Exchange “SHALL WE DANCE?” in Vienna, Austria
We want to create a conducive environment for profound intercultural dialogues among young participants. We seek to foster mutual respect, understanding, and an appreciation for the richness of diversity. Through structured discussions and engaging activities, our goal is to equip young individuals with the skills and knowledge required to navigate a multicultural world successfully.
Open Call for 8 Participants for Training Course in Podgorica, Montenegro
The general objective of the project is to increase the employability of women between 18 and 30 years old from rural backgrounds, through the acquisition of digital communication skills, to be employed in the field of non-profit organizations.
“From trash to art by IDEA”
In an effort to mitigate the adverse effects of the global overproduction and overconsumption of manufactured products, more and more local initiatives of sustainability and circular economy are emerging. Such endeavors are also meant to foster a better social inclusion of individuals engaging in these enterprises. In the broad context of the present-day environmental crisis, art can be used as a means to draw attention towards the risks of depleting our resources of raw materials in an unsustainable way.
MINDFULNESS TOOLKIT for youth and youth workers
The recent training course in Poland, attended by participants from multiple countries, aimed to explore and enhance mindfulness practices among young people. Mindfulness, defined as the process of bringing one’s attention to the present moment, was highlighted for its global relevance in reducing stress, anxiety, and depression. The participants developed a comprehensive toolkit featuring diverse activities designed to cultivate mindfulness, foster mental well-being, and enhance emotional resilience.
Open call for 6 participants for Youth Exchange in Sarajevo, B&H
This project seeks to create citizen mobilization and inter-European links through participatory activities to develop relations between truly cosmopolitan cities and European capitals, enjoying the worldwide impact of the Olympic Games and other major visibility milestones, to promote European values and engage citizens in the life of their territory through sport, culture and youth engagement. The relevance of the project is based on important cultural rapprochements between Paris, Sarajevo, Timisoara, Valencia and Gdansk concerning the enrichment of European youth, volunteering, culture, sport, and environmental matters that allow to develop a positive cooperation between the citizens.
“The Role of Plastic Craftwork in Promoting Employability and Sustainability”
Plastic craftwork is more than a creative activity; it is a powerful tool for promoting sustainability and enhancing employability among adults. By turning plastic waste into useful and beautiful items, individuals can develop valuable skills, raise environmental awareness, and foster social inclusion.
Testimonials: Mindfulness in Zakopane, Poland
“My time at the TC was, in a word, incredible. The facilitator, Ksenia, had so much knowledge and experience to share with us, and the methods she used were amazing. She knew how to energize us, get our attention, and make us learn through our experiences. The people I met during the training were wonderful, empathetic, smart, and understanding. We’ve created bonds and friendships that will last a lifetime.”
Donacija BRAVO-a za PK Spid u opremi za plivanje sa perajama
BRAVO je donirao opremu u iznosu od preko 2000€ PK Spid koji će u naredna dva mjeseca pripremati svoj tim i druge zainteresovane pojedince iz Bosne i Hercegovine za takmičenje u plivanju sa perajama koje će biti održano 22. i 23. septembra u Bosni i Hercegovini, na kojem će učešće uzeti preko 100 plivača iz pet evropskih zemalja.
Open call for 6 participants for Youth Exchange in Vienna, Austria
We want to create a conducive environment for profound intercultural dialogues among young participants. We seek to foster mutual respect, understanding, and an appreciation for the richness of diversity. Through structured discussions and engaging activities, our goal is to equip young individuals with the skills and knowledge required to navigate a multicultural world successfully.
Open call for 5 participants for Youth Exchange in Sarajevo, B&H
This project aims to cultivate prosocial behavior rooted in responsiveness, mutual assistance, compassion, cooperation, and collaboration. Our focus will be on fostering empathy, understanding others, and above all, on discovering ways of active participation in social life. Its main activity (mobility) takes place in Sarajevo in Bosnia & Herzegovina.
U SUSRET DOMOVINI
Ovo nije običan poziv; ovo je prilika koja bi mogla biti prvi korak ka ostvarenju vašeg poduzetničkog sna! Fondacija poduzetnika u BiH i BRAVO udružili su snage kako bi vam predstavili nezaboravnu priliku koja će se dogoditi 26. jula 2024. godine.
Selection Results for Training Course “MEDIA LITERACY AND TACKLING DISINFORMATION” in Istanbul, Türkiye
The project on media literacy and combating misinformation will take place in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Istanbul. To enable young people to play a greater role in society, to promote active citizenship, to encourage young people to be creative in society to enable them to become leaders, to ensure that they take an active role in civil society, to provide them with information and knowledge about media literacy, and experiences, encouraging digitalization, combating misinformation and provocations to ensure that they do so.
Transnational Project Meeting in Antalya – ”Traditional Sport and Games’’
On June 27th, partners from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Lithuania, and Turkey gathered in Antalya for the final transnational meeting of the Erasmus+ project “Developing Academic Educational Tools and Methods of Traditional Sport and Games for Youth.” As the project concludes this year, this meeting marked the last gathering of the involved organizations.
Testimonials: Inter-Civilizational Culinary Arts from Anatolia to Europe in Istanbul, Türkiye
“My experience during the program From Anatolia to Europe is filled with enjoyment. During the period from 1st to 11th June, I had a great time meeting all the participants as well as the organizers. Our stay at WOW Hotel was outstanding, the rooms were clean and the food was tasty. During our workshops, we made sure to engage in conversations regarding our traditional and cultural differences and I am grateful for this.”
Training of Trainers in Valencia, Spain for „FAST FORWARD“
On the 27th and 28th of June, BRAVO took part in a Training of Trainers session with 12 participants in Valencia, Spain together with AlbanianSkills, Brigaid EU project, Build Green Group and EcoLogic. This training session was held as a part of the Fast Forward project. This project has a goal of equipping trainers with more knowledge and innovative skills in the field of sustainability and enviromental awareness. These forementioned partners have set the objectives for upcoming youth exchange training programs that will be held in Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo, Spain and last but not least Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Enhancing Empathy: A Key to Future Career Success
Empathy isn’t just a soft skill—it’s a cornerstone of successful professional interactions and career growth. Whether you’re aiming for a leadership role, working in a team, or providing client services, empathy plays a crucial role in understanding and responding to others’ emotions and needs. By developing empathy, you not only enhance your professional relationships but also pave the way for effective communication and emotional intelligence in your career.
Selection Results for Training Course “MEDIA LITERACY AND TACKLING DISINFORMATION” in Sarajevo, B&H
The project on media literacy and combating misinformation will take place in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Istanbul. To enable young people to play a greater role in society, to promote active citizenship, to encourage young people to be creative in society to enable them to become leaders, to ensure that they take an active role in civil society, to provide them with information and knowledge about media literacy, and experiences, encouraging digitalization, combating misinformation and provocations to ensure that they do so.