BalkanThemes Volume 1: Issue 2 – Roma

November 3rd, 2014

Roma family stands behind a broken window of their house where they were attacked by the local population in Osenik, which is located 20 km west of Sarajevo (Credit: Midhat Poturović)

The second issue of BalkanThemes examines the rights of Roma and other minorities in the countries of former Yugoslavia.

Minorities Roma

Target Shooting Club: Accuracy and Aim as a Lifestyle

Ten years ago, Target Shooting Club was founded in the city of Travnik, connecting young people and breaking down socially imposed barriers.

March 13th, 2026

Elma Hasanspahić

Climate Change Demands Greater Attention in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Climate change is becoming increasingly evident in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). Four activists from Sarajevo, Tuzla, and Zenica are tirelessly working to raise awareness about the need to address environmental issues: Samir Lemeš from Eko Forum Zenica, Edna and Meliha from the Youth Movement Revolt Tuzla, and independent activist Layla Jusko.

November 19th, 2023

Franziska Fischer