On March 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM, a promotion of the follow-up research on gender equality in higher education in the Balkans will be held at the Faculty of Political Science, University of Sarajevo.The promoters will be Prof. Dr. Nerzuk Ćurak, Prof. Dr. Sarina Bakić, and Prof. Dr. Dženita Hadžijunuzović Alagić. The research was conducted as part of the UNIGEM project, implemented by the TPO Foundation.
As part of the UNIGEM project, the TPO Foundation organized a panel discussion titled “Media Activism in the Fight Against Gender-Based Violence” on March 28, 2025, in Sarajevo. The event aimed to explore the role of media and sports role models in the prevention of violence and the promotion of gender equality. Gender-based violence is not only a women’s issue – it is a societal problem that requires the engagement of everyone, including men, who, through their voice, example, and influence, can contribute to change. The panel discussion featured sports[…]
On March 20, 2025, the publication “Echoes of Change: Advancing Gender Equality in Higher Education in the Balkans” was promoted at the Book Corner of the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Tuzla. The authors of the publication are Zilka Spahić Šiljak, Jasna Kovačević, and Anita Dremel, and it was published by the TPO Foundation from Sarajevo. The book’s promoters were Professor Dr. Anisa Avdagić and Professor Dr. Vesna Bratovčić. Professor Avdagić, who is also one of the reviewers of this important and comprehensive study, presented the key findings[…]
On March 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM, a promotion of the follow-up research on gender equality in higher education in the Balkans will be held at the Faculty of Political Science, University of Sarajevo.The promoters will be Prof. Dr. Nerzuk Ćurak, Prof. Dr. Sarina Bakić, and Prof. Dr. Dženita Hadžijunuzović Alagić.The research was conducted as part of the UNIGEM project, implemented by the TPO Foundation.
On March 19, 2025, the final event of the four-year project “Universities and Gender Mainstreaming (UNIGEM)” took place at the Hills Hotel in Ilidža. The project was implemented by the TPO Foundation in collaboration with 19 universities from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro, with support from the UK Government. It was an opportunity for representatives of the academic community, donors, and researchers to gather, summarize the project’s results, and highlight its importance for integrating a gender perspective into higher education. Over its four years of work, UNIGEM brought[…]
Following four years of implementing the UNIGEM (Universities and Gender Mainstreaming) project across 19 universities in the region a follow-up study has been published (the first study was conducted in 2021 and published in 2022 in local languages, and in 2023 in English). In the light of this research authors Zilka Spahić Šiljak, Jasna Kovačević i Anita Dremel maintain an optimistic outlook, despite the growing influence of anti-gender narratives that disseminate misinformation and promote fear in wider society regarding gender equality. On the one hand, measurable progress has been achieved:[…]
Organized by the TPO Foundation as part of the UNIGEM project, three webinars titled “Women in Language and Society: From the Fairer Sex to Victims of Femicide” were held on February 20, 24, and 28. Participants had the opportunity to learn about the most common linguistic practices in both the public and private spheres in our speech area, which subtly or overtly assign women a lower status within the heterosexual binary framework. The webinars were led by contemporary culture theorist Dr. Emilija Radibratović and public prosecutor Gorjana Mirčić Čaluković across[…]
The TPO Foundation, in collaboration with the “Narodna biblioteka” (People’s Library) of Sanski Most, held the promotion of the collected volume “Discourses of Gender Justice: Analysis of Legal Frameworks and Judicial Practices in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, and Serbia” on February 28, 2025, in Sanski Most. The volume contains a total of 10 scientific papers from various fields, and the promoter of this scholarly work was one of its co-authors, Dr. Zlatan Hrnčić, a native of Sanski Most.
In coordination with psychology teacher Sandra Muratović, the International Women’s Day was celebrated at the Second Gymnasium in Sarajevo. During a class session for the III3 grade students of the IB program, Leonarda Miličević and Majra Rija Subašić prepared a presentation on the topic of significant women in history. Through this activity, they explored the lives and contributions of women who left a lasting impact in various fields, from science to social and political engagement, both in Bosnia and Herzegovina and globally.As in previous years, the International Women’s Day was[…]
Today, a roundtable discussion was held at the Jewish Community Center in Sarajevo on the topic “Erased from History – From the First Strike in the Carpet Factory in 1905 in Bosnia and Herzegovina to Today.” The participants were Rahela Džidić, Sarina Bakić, Jadranka Miličević, and Elma Softić-Kaunitz. The discussion revolved around the status of female workers in Bosnia and Herzegovina from 1905 to the present. They analyzed the position of workers during the Austro-Hungarian rule, discussing the general dissatisfaction of women workers throughout more than 120 years. Panelist Jadranka[…]
On the eve of International Women’s Day, at the invitation of the Informal Women’s Lobby Group from Gračanica, a book promotion was held on March 7, 2025, for The Price of Impure Blood: Cultural and Economic Aspects of Menstruation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, authored by Jasna Kovačević and Zilka Spahić Šiljak. The promoters were Medina Mujić and Zilka Spahić Šiljak, while the event was moderated by journalist Elma Mujkić. During the promotion, Zilka Spahić spoke about menstrual poverty and its economic, health, and educational implications. In addition to the fact[…]
The Gender Equality Council of the University of Tuzla, as part of the UNIGEM project and with the support of the TPO Foundation, held a panel discussion for male academic staff on February 21, 2025, at the University of Tuzla, titled “Unconscious Bias – Hidden Risks of Gender Equality in Higher Education.” The first part of the workshop included a panel discussion moderated by the Council’s coordinator, Prof. Dr. Vesna Bratovčić, with panelists Alana Alagić and Senad Softić. After the opening remarks, an interactive discussion took place, engaging the participants[…]
As part of the UNIGEM project, the promotion of the book “Decolonial Feminism” by Françoise Vergès was held at the International University in Travnik on February 21, 2025. This important event brought together students, professors, and all those interested in the decolonial approach to feminism and its role in social change. The promotion began with introductory remarks by the organizers, who presented the key themes of the book, which analyzes feminism through the lens of colonialism, social inequalities, and the history of colonized peoples. Author Françoise Vergès provides a deeper[…]
On Friday, February 28, 2025, at 12:00 PM, a book promotion of “LAURELS FOR A WOMAN’S HEAD: The Gender Dimension of Literary Awards in Bosnia and Herzegovina” by Prof. Dr. Ajla Demiragić and Dr. Adisa Bašić will be held at the University of Sarajevo – Faculty of Philosophy. The authors teach at the Department of Comparative Literature and Information Sciences. The book analyzes and interprets data on literary awards given in our country over the past three decades, with the authors showing how women tend to receive awards more frequently[…]
On January 31, 2025, a panel discussion on the topic “Arranged Marriages in Modern Society: Tradition, Freedom of Choice, and Equality” was held at the Grand Amphitheater of the International University of Travnik. The event gathered experts, academics, and students who together explored the important issues surrounding arranged marriages, focusing on their connection to tradition, freedom of choice, and gender equality. During the panel, the impact of arranged marriages on individuals’ rights, especially minors, was discussed, along with the challenges and consequences these marriages can have on society. The participants[…]
On Friday, January 31, 2025, a promotion of the student anthology “Gender and Art” was held at the Book Corner of the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Tuzla. The anthology, published by the TPO Foundation in collaboration with the University of Tuzla, features academic and artistic works prepared by students under the mentorship of selected professors, following the Winter School held at the University of Tuzla in 2024 as part of the UNIGEM project. The anthology was edited by Jasmina Husanović, Anisa Avdagić, Selma Veseljević Jerković, and Maja[…]
Following the highly successful promotion of the book The Price of Impure Blood: Cultural and Economic Aspects of Menstruation in Bosnia and Herzegovina in Sarajevo, this very important work, which represents a pioneering step in exploring a topic often marginalized or silenced in Bosnian society, was presented in Zenica on Thursday, February 20. The promotion of the publication, authored by Jasna Kovačević and Zilka Spahić Šiljak, took place at the Faculty of Law at the University of Zenica. The book was published by the TPO Foundation and was created and[…]
The book The Price of Impure Blood: Cultural and Economic Aspects of Menstruation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, authored by Jasna Kovačević and Zilka Spahić Šiljak and published by the TPO Foundation, was promoted on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, in a full hall at the Marriott Hotel in Sarajevo. The promoters of the book were Prof. Dr. Amila Ždralović, Prof. Dr. Munira Šestić, and Prof. Dr. Zilka Spahić Šiljak. As stated during the promotion, this publication marks a pioneering step in exploring a topic that is often marginalized or silenced in[…]
As part of the UNIGEM project (Universities and Gender-Responsive Policies), the TPO Foundation, in partnership with the University Gender Resource Center of the University of Sarajevo, the ZATO Foundation, and 19 universities from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro, is organizing the international conference Gender and Peace in the Balkans: Tracing the Path Forward. The three-day conference will take place in Sarajevo from February 25 to 27, 2025, in a hybrid format, allowing both in-person and online participation (with live streaming). The conference Gender and Peace in the Balkans:[…]
The book The Price of Impure Blood: Cultural and Economic Aspects of Menstruation in Bosnia and Herzegovina provides a comprehensive analysis of one of the most significant yet often overlooked issues faced by women and girls worldwide. The research was conducted in 28 cities across Bosnia and Herzegovina through a survey involving over 2,000 women and interviews with 73 women. Through an examination of social norms, economic challenges, and health implications, the book uncovers deeply rooted stigmas, gender inequalities, and structural barriers that hinder women from managing menstruation with dignity. The goal[…]
Duration of the Evaluation The evaluation is expected to start on 3 March 2025 for an estimated duration of 20 working days. Expected Deliverables: The following deliverables are expected. Click here to download TOR.
UNIGEM Project Monitoring Staff: After four years of project implementation, TPO Foundation is looking for 10 persons to do monitoring of the undertaken project activities. Five persons are needed for universities in BiH, tree for Croatian partner universities and one person per Serbia and Montenegro, i.e. for UNIGEM partner universities in these two countries. Click here to download TOR.
The coordinator of the UNIGEM project, Dr. Nataša Vučenović Gnjato, held an online meeting on January 28, 2025, with the vice-deans of the Faculty of Philology at the University of Banja Luka, Prof. Dr. Zorana Kovačević and Dr. Anja Pravuljac. The main topic of the meeting was the publications of the TPO Foundation and how their potential can be utilized to innovate teaching and research in the fields of language, literature, and translation. Particular attention was given to the publication “Laurels for a Woman’s Head: The Gender Dimension of Literary[…]
The TPO Foundation, in collaboration with Hasija Borić Stojić, one of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s most respected actresses, organized two performances of Hasanagićin Blues. The first was held on January 23, 2025, at the Vogošća Municipality Hall, and the second on January 27, 2025, at the Breza Library. The play dives into the serious issues of gender-based violence and femicide, blending the folk epic Hasanaginica with real-life testimonies from court cases involving victims of violence, as well as messages about the women who have tragically lost their lives in recent years[…]
On December 28 and 29, 2024, a two-day workshop titled “Escape Room – Secure Your Digital Future” was held in Bratunac, with the support of the TPO Foundation. The aim of the workshop was to educate participants on the importance of digital security, using an interactive approach and gamification in the learning process. On the first day of the workshop, participants were introduced to the basics of digital security, including concepts such as privacy protection, passwords, social media security, and methods for recognizing digital threats like phishing and malware. The[…]
Within the UNIGEM (Universities and Gender Mainstreaming) project TPO Foundation in partnership with the University Gender Resource Center of the University of Sarajevo, Foundation ZATO and 19 universities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia and Montenegro is organising the International Conference “Gender and Peace in the Balkans: Charting the Path Forward?” The three-day conference will be held in Sarajevo from February 25-27, 2025 and it will havea hybrid format allowing for in-person or online participation (live video streaming).
Under the motto “PAY ATTENTION”, the international campaign 16 Days of Activism has taken place over the past four years (2021-2024) as part of the UNIGEM (Universities and Gender Mainstreaming) project implemented by the TPO Foundation in collaboration with the University Gender Resource Center and 19 partner universities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro, with the support of the British Embassy. The film highlights several key activities undertaken by universities across the Balkans during the campaign and emphasizes the importance of seeing the light and supporting survivors and victims of gender-based[…]
