— Ordinary Heroes —

Highlighting the regular people in our society who exemplify moral courage and who, through their actions, have inspired peace, understanding, and cooperation among those around them.
Kindness is a Language the Deaf Can Hear and the Blind Can See
This is the story of four individuals who are taking action to create positive change for those living with hearing, vision, and mobility impairments in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Surviving Srebrenica: Senad’s Story
Two years ago, I visited the Memorial Center in Potočari with a friend from Holland. That day, I began getting to know this man, Senad, as he told me his incredible story of courage and survival.

Living in the Aftermath: Post-Traumatic Growth and “Ordinary Heroes” (Part VI)
This is the sixth and final installment of our series on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and the visual arts.

Tears Falling on Bread
During the war it was difficult to help friends of another nationality because you were generally characterized as a traitor among your people, but Brankica was sure she had made the right decision.

Great Sorrow Seeks Great Souls
After her benevolence during the post-war period, people did not brand her a hero, but instead a person ostracized by her community. The best possible option for her was to return to Jajce, because, aside from helping Bajro, there was no place for her in Banja Luka anymore. But her return to Jajce was not salvation, only consolation.

The Brave Heart of an Artist
Ahmet did not care about the consequences because her name and religion were irrelevant to him. The only thing that was important was to provide a safe home for her, which he did.