On March 13th, 2025, a dynamic local activity was organized at the University of Sarajevo (UNSA) within the framework of the Youth4Values project. The workshop, titled Decision-Making Simulation, gathered young participants who had the opportunity to actively engage in decision-making processes through an interactive and educational simulation.
The workshop was led by Hena Šehović, an active young leader who previously participated in a training course held in Athens as part of the Youth4Values project. Drawing on her experience and knowledge gained during the training, Hena successfully facilitated a session that challenged participants to think critically, collaborate, and make strategic decisions in a simulated environment.
Throughout the simulation, participants were divided into groups and assigned roles, allowing them to experience real-life decision-making challenges. They worked together to analyze situations, weigh different options, and come to collective conclusions, all while learning about the importance of values, negotiation, and leadership in the decision-making process.
This local activity not only provided an opportunity for skill-building and peer learning but also contributed to the overall goal of the Youth4Values project—to empower young people to become active, responsible citizens who advocate for democratic values and inclusive societies.
We are proud of the enthusiasm and engagement shown by all participants and look forward to seeing more initiatives like this as part of the Youth4Values journey!
MORE ABOUT THE PROJECT
Project Youth4Values will support active citizenship and political participation of youth in partner countries, coming from 3 different European regions. As well as, the project will foster the development of social and intercultural competencies, critical thinking, and soft and transversal skills. The focus will be on raising awareness of and understanding the European Union context, European identity, and the importance of active participation in decision-making processes at the local level, especially among youngsters.
To strengthen the connection between democracy and active citizenship and active participation in the decision-making process at the local level, and recognizing that each is mutually dependent on the other, is the most important result of this project. We will achieve it through the enhancement of democratic governance and the rule of law by fostering a culture of active citizenship, promoting civic education, and empowering individuals with knowledge about their rights and responsibilities as citizens. We hope this project will help improve the quality and accessibility of NFE in partner countries by collaborating with youth organizations, educational institutions, and decision-making bodies, and help bridge the gap in the existing system.