Alongside turbulent histories and complex peace agreements, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Northern Ireland share another similarity: the rising rates of violence against women and girls.
The Interreligious Council of Bosnia and Herzegovina (IRC-BiH), joining representatives of Islamic, Orthodox, Catholic and Jewish religious communities, epitomizes a contextual approach to post-conflict coexistence and sustainable peacebuilding.
The sound of a hammer striking copper in the Old Town of Mostar is not just a craft rhythm, but an echo of centuries-old tradition, intangible heritage, and the identity of the city—a city that is under UNESCO protection.