At the student dormitory “Prof. Dr. Fikret Hadžić” in the “Izvor Nade” Foundation, in collaboration with the TPO Foundation through the UNIGEM project, an open forum titled “Women in Focus: Strength and Perspective Through Open Dialogue” was held. This event, which marked the conclusion of the online campaign “Don’t Blink” by the “Izvor Nade” Foundation, served as a space for dialogue, understanding, and connection, dedicated to empowering women and the collective fight against gender-based violence. The panelists included Alma Kovačević, a dentist, entrepreneur, and chairwoman of the Board of Directors […]

The December meetings wrapped up this year’s series of intellectual gatherings, where important societal topics were discussed. The final Socratic Cafés of the year took place on December 18, 2024, in Sarajevo, Banja Luka, and Zenica. In Sarajevo, at the “Boris Smoje” gallery, a discussion was held on the theme “Deconstructing Toxic Masculinity: A Path to a More Equal Society,” moderated by Elmana Cerić. Participants had the chance to explore what “toxic masculinity” means, the difference between “masculinity” and “toxic masculinity,” and whether this issue affects only men, or also[…]

On December 18th, a special evening was held at the Belgrade cultural institution “Parobrod,” dedicated to the Sarajevo avant-garde group Collegium Artisticum, which shaped the cultural landscape of Sarajevo from 1939 to 1941. The screening of the documentary Colors and Rhythms of Unrest – Collegium Artisticum 1939-1941 and the promotion of the biographical book Ani Radošević, Poetess of the Movement by Saida Mustajbegović highlighted the significant role of this group in the artistic and political struggles of the time. The TPO Foundation published the book Ani Radošević, Poetess of the[…]

The TPO Foundation has released its new publication titled “Laurels for a Woman’s Head: The Gender Dimension of Literary Awarding in Bosnia and Herzegovina.” The authors of the edition are Adisa Bašić and Ajla Demiragić. The publication is printed on 168 pages, containing five chapters. In addition to the introductory part, it includes chapters such as “The System of Literary Awarding and the Question of Gender: What Are Literary Awards and Who (or What) Do They Serve?”, “Gender Aspects of Bosnian-Herzegovinian Literary Awards,” “Concluding Considerations,” and the last, fifth chapter,[…]

Teachers and students from the Mixed Secondary School “Bosanski Petrovac” successfully carried out all planned activities within the “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence” campaign, organized by the TPO Foundation as part of the UNIGEM project. They produced a short film on the topic of gender-based violence and a short video based on elements of Forum Theater. The film was presented to all students of both the Mixed Secondary and the “Ahmet Hromadžić” Primary School in Bosanski Petrovac. Another result of the campaign was a series of drawings conveying[…]

The TPO Foundation today marked Human Rights Day and the conclusion of the “16 Days of Activism” campaign against violence against women with a panel discussion on the topic “How to Live in a Patriarchal Society Without Demonstrating a Significant Will for Change?” The panel discussion was held at the Jewish Community of Bosnia and Herzegovina and was organized in collaboration with seven high schools: Third Gymnasium, Obala Gymnasium, School of Applied Arts, Music School, Medical School, School of Traffic and Communications, and the School of Leather, Textiles, and Design.[…]

The TPO Foundation wrapped up its “16 Days of Activism” campaign against gender-based violence with the theme “See Beyond.” During the campaign, a donation drive was held to provide hygiene packages to the Women’s House in Zmajevac near Gradačac. As part of the closing of the campaign, TPO Foundation representatives Ivana Kulić and Saida Mustajbegović engaged in discussions with the women living at the shelter on the topic of period poverty and the importance of breaking the taboos surrounding gender-based and economic violence. Through this interactive meeting, ideas were exchanged[…]

Foundation and Sarajevo School of Science and Technology (SSST) organized a panel discussion on the topic “Influencing Change – Promoting Equality.” The panelists were Nadine Mičić, Mirza Mustafagić, and Brankica Raković, with Emina Ganić moderating the event. The discussion began by defining the term “influencing,” considering that there is no direct translation for this term in Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian. The panelists highlighted that this is a new profession worldwide and a rapidly evolving industry, though there is still some skepticism and the belief that it’s not a “real job.” The conversation then[…]

Throughout the month, the teachers and students of the school participated in a campaign organized by the TPO Foundation as part of the UNIGEM project under the slogan “Support Victims and Survivors,” as well as the project “Be Responsible: Support, React, Report” (Youth in Action for Peacebuilding and Promoting Tolerance). Along with coordinator Alma Ahmethodžić, they carried out various activities. The students from this Sarajevo school participated in a roundtable discussion with their peers from other schools, where they debated issues of conflict resolution, violence, and violence-based behavior in the[…]

At the student dormitory “Prof. Dr. Fikret Hadžić” in the “Izvor Nade” Foundation, in collaboration with the TPO Foundation through the UNIGEM project, an open forum titled “Women in Focus: Strength and Perspective Through Open Dialogue” was held. This event, which marked the conclusion of the online campaign “Don’t Blink” by the “Izvor Nade” Foundation, served as a space for dialogue, understanding, and connection, dedicated to empowering women and the collective fight against gender-based violence. The panelists included Alma Kovačević, a dentist, entrepreneur, and chairwoman of the Board of Directors[…]

As part of the “16 Days of Activism” campaign, the “Harmani I” Elementary School in Bihać, in collaboration with the TPO Foundation and within the framework of the UNIGEM project, organized a series of events from December 5 to 10 to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities and International Human Rights Day. For the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, two workshops were held, involving 32 eighth-grade students. The activity was led by school counselor Josipa Dupanović. A total of 45 students participated in three workshops marking Human[…]

he Sarajevo Second Gymnasium hosted a series of three workshops with students aimed at raising awareness about gender-based violence. The workshops were held from November 27 to December 10, 2024, as part of the “16 Days of Activism – Fighting Gender-Based Violence” campaign, organized by the TPO Foundation. Under the mentorship of Professor Lejla Čaušević, the students of the II-3 IB class took part in the first workshop on November 27, 2024, dedicated to this topic. They first presented their research on gender-based violence and then engaged in a discussion,[…]

The TPO Foundation continued its philosophical gatherings in the new season of Socratic Cafes, interactive discussions designed to encourage the exchange of ideas and critical thinking on key societal issues. The first events were held in Sarajevo and Mostar, with subsequent gatherings taking place in Sarajevo and East Sarajevo as well. In Sarajevo, at the “Boris Smoje” gallery, the second and third Socratic Cafes were held. The first was moderated by Professor Željka Tubić, and the second by Professor Dr. Adem Olovčić. In East Sarajevo, specifically at the cafeteria of[…]

The “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence” campaign at the University of East Sarajevo, organized by the TPO Foundation as part of the UNIGEM project, started on November 25th, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and concluded on December 10th, Human Rights Day. As part of the campaign, on November 13th, 2024, Professor Dr. Goran Balotić held a lecture at the Faculty of Economics in Pale on the topic “The Concept of Social Responsibility – Economy and Solidarity.” Attendees had the opportunity to learn how[…]

The TPO Foundation carried out the “16 Days of Activism Against Violence Against Women” campaign at the Faculty of Security Studies at the University of Banja Luka, as part of the UNIGEM project. On December 2, 2024, a lecture/workshop on the topic “Violence Against Women – Forms and (Criminal) Legal Protection” was organized. Under the mentorship of professors Dragana Vasiljević and Žana Vrućinić, students successfully defined the concept of violence against women from both a criminal-legal and psychological perspective. They learned to recognize the various forms of violence against women,[…]

Students and teachers from the Secondary School of Metalworking Professions in Sarajevo participated in the campaign “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence,” organized by the TPO Foundation as part of the UNIGEM project. On December 2nd and 5th, 2024, two workshops titled “STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN IN BiH: Support for Victims and Survivors” were held at this school. The activity involved 22 students and teachers Mirsad Cvrk, Amina Koro-Jusić, and Maida Mehić. The goal was for the students to contribute to the protection of violence victims. Additionally, on December[…]

On Monday, December 9, 2024, a panel discussion titled “University and Gender Equality” was held at the Faculty of Political Science at the University of Sarajevo. The event was organized as part of the “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence” campaign by Prof. Dr. Sarina Bakić and Assistant Selma Alispahić, with the support of the TPO Foundation and the UNIGEM project. Prof. Dr. Amila Ždralović spoke about the Gender Equality Council at UNSA, while Lamija Subašić presented the project “Introducing Gender-Sensitive Policies in Higher Education” (UNIGEM). The panel was[…]

As part of the “16 Days of Activism” campaign, on December 6, 2024, professors from the Faculty of Sport and Physical Education (FASTO) at the University of Sarajevo held a workshop for women titled “Strength and Confidence: Tae-bo and Self-Defense Techniques for Women.” The workshop was held within the UNIGEM project and co-organized by the TPO Foundation, the University Gender Resource Center, and FASTO. The workshop was led by Prof. Dr. Lejla Šebić and Prof. Dr. Safet Kapo. Over 100 women participated, where the professors shared both theoretical and practical[…]

The “Voice of Women” organization from Bihać and the TPO Foundation from Sarajevo organized a professional conference in the capital on the topic of “Femicide as a Separate Criminal Offense in the Criminal Code of FBiH,” under the general motto “For Better Protection of Women from Violence in FBiH.” The participants of the conference, held within the UNIGEM project, included highly respected speakers, with topics divided into two panels. The aim was to provide the wider society with a scientific-professional response regarding the need and form of criminal legal regulation[…]

A two-day conference titled “Gender and Gender Equality in Cyberspace” took place in Sarajevo, organized by the TPO Foundation and the University Gender Resource Center (UNIGERC). This interdisciplinary event focused on exploring the intersections of gender, technology, and the digital world. The conference provided a platform for exchanging research, ideas, and experiences on how gender issues are represented, amplified, or triggered in the online space. It was especially aimed at students, offering them a chance to delve into these important topics. Among the participants was Džejlana Čejvan, an economics student,[…]

Police officers of the Ministry of Interior (MoI) of Canton 10 participated in the training “Police Investigation and Procedures in Cases of Domestic Violence,” organized by the TPO Foundation in cooperation with the Canton 10 MoI. This highly significant training was conducted as part of the TPO Foundation’s UNIGEM project. It is particularly important that it was attended primarily by young police officers, who gained additional knowledge as well as expert advice and guidelines on conducting police investigations and handling cases of domestic violence. The training, attended by more than[…]

The TPO Foundation and the University Gender Resource Center (UNIGERC) are pleased to announce the Student Conference on Gender and Gender Equality in Cyberspace. This two-day interdisciplinary event provides a unique opportunity for male and female students to exchange ideas, research and experiences on how the digital world shapes, reflects and challenges gender relations. The conference will be held on November 29 and 30, 2024 at the Hotel Holiday Sarajevo. The main theme of the conference, “Gender and Gender Equality in Cyberspace”, explores the interrelationship between gender and technology. Thirteen[…]

The Conference will be held on December 2, 2024, at the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Zenica, as part of the campaign “16 Days of Activism Against Violence Against Women.” The conference is part of the UNIGEM project and is jointly organized by the University of Zenica and the TPO Foundation, with the support of the British Embassy. The conference will feature scholars and activists from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and Australia. Download brochure

With the key message “LOOK at the last few years,” the TPO Foundation and the University Gender Resource Center, within the UNIGEM project and with the support of the British Embassy, are marking the 16 Days of Activism Against Violence Against Women campaign. This year, with the special message “Support Victims and Survivors,” the aim is to encourage and support those whose voices have been silenced, and who are unheard in the cacophony of administrative, political, and cultural barriers. At the press conference held on November 26, 2024, at the[…]

TPO Foundation has successfully launched a new season of Socratic Cafés, interactive discussions designed to foster the exchange of ideas and critical reflection on key social issues. The events, held in Sarajevo and Mostar, gathere Sarajevo The first Socratic Café was held on November 6, 2024, at the Boris Smoje Gallery in Sarajevo, moderated by Elmana Cerić. The topic of discussion was: “Why Should We All Be Feminists? Debunking Myths and Prejudices.” The discussion began with the question of whether everyone should embrace feminism and explored its contemporary meaning. Participants[…]

A two-day educational workshop on gender-based violence prevention was held in Tuzla for police officers from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Tuzla Canton (TK). The workshop was organized by the TPO Foundation from Sarajevo in collaboration with the TK Police Directorate, as part of the UNIGEM project, supported by the UK Government. The workshop aimed to enhance knowledge and sensitivity of police officers regarding gender-based violence cases. Led by academic Prof. Dr. Nedžad Korajlić and MA in Law Adisa Jusić, the training covered specific procedures in handling gender-based violence[…]

On Friday, November 8, the University Gender Resource Center had the honor of hosting a group of students from the University of Osijek, accompanied by the UNIGEM project coordinator for this partner institution, Prof. Dr. Anita Dremel. Our coordinators, Lamija Subašić and Ivana Kulić, warmly welcomed the guests and introduced them to the activities of the UNIGEM project, as well as a variety of resources available through the TPO Foundation’s Gender Resource Center. During the visit, the students expressed particular interest in TPO Foundation’s publications on gender issues, underscoring their[…]

The Winter School “Gender and Art” concluded successfully in Tuzla, bringing together intellectuals, artists, and students from across the region to explore gender perspectives within various art forms. Organized by the University of Tuzla, TPO Foundation, and the University Gender Resource Center (UNIGeRC) of the University of Sarajevo, this unique event offered a space for innovative thinking and constructive knowledge exchange. The Winter School featured a range of lectures and workshops that examined gender through literature, theater, film, and visual arts, with a focus on the impact of art as[…]

In recent days, the city of Zenica hosted two significant book promotions, organized by the TPO Foundation from Sarajevo in collaboration with the Rotary Club Zenica and Rotaract Club Zenica. These events opened crucial discussions on gender justice and the role of women in today’s labor landscape. Promotion of the anthology “Discourses of Gender Justice” The first event took place on Monday, October 28, 2024, featuring the anthology “Discourses of Gender Justice: An Analysis of Legal Frameworks and Judicial Practices in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, and Serbia”, held at the[…]

On October 25, 2024, an online launch was held for the collection of works titled “Gender and Violence in the Balkans” created as an outcome of the Winter School under the UNIGEM project, held in February this year in Novi Sad. The collection was presented by award-winning students whose papers were included in this publication: Milevoj Marin, Darija Spasić, and Sumejja Muratagić-Tadić, with the discussion moderated by Prof. Dr. Smiljana Milinkov from the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Novi Sad. The publication is divided into four main thematic areas: gender-based[…]

A conference titled “Anti-Gender Threats to Rights and Freedoms in Bosnia and Herzegovina” was held in Sarajevo, bringing together experts, activists, and representatives from the academic community to analyze and understand narratives and practices that threaten gender equality. Organized by the CURE Foundation and the Heinrich Böll Stiftung Office in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the conference featured several key panels focused on examining anti-gender actions and exploring ways to respond to them. One of the prominent panels, titled “Diversity of Anti-Gender Actions in Society: From Narratives to Mobilization and How to[…]

The Winter School titled “Gender and Art” was officially opened in Tuzla, bringing together students, academic lecturers, and artists from across the region. Organized by the University of Tuzla, TPO Foundation, and the University Gender Resource Center (UNIGeRC) at the University of Sarajevo, the school offers a comprehensive program of 18 lectures and workshops. The school runs until November 2 and gathers participants from 19 universities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Croatia, and Montenegro, who will explore how gender dynamics influence various forms of artistic practice. At the opening ceremony,[…]

The Police Administration of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Zenica-Doboj Canton (MUP ZDK), in collaboration with the TPO Foundation, successfully organized a one-day educational session titled “Handling Public Assemblies and Public Events in ZDK: Focusing on Media Relations and Gender Equality.” Held at the Police Training Center of the ZDK Police Administration, this training was part of the UNIGEM project, aimed at enhancing professional capacities and ensuring gender equality within institutional practices. This educational session provided police officers with an opportunity to expand and enhance their practical knowledge of[…]

On October 15 and 16, 2024, the psychopedagogical and dialogic workshop “Sister to Sister” was successfully conducted at the premises of the “Dignitet” Association in Mostar. This workshop, which included elements of gender sociology and rights, was organized as part of the UNIGEM project and aimed to raise awareness among young women and girls about self-concept and confidence. Employing the “sister to sister” method, the workshop created an intimate and trusting space for participants to explore self-identity, embrace their strengths, and build confidence. The participants included second- and third-year students[…]

The TPO Foundation and the University Gender Resource Center (UNIGERC) are pleased to announce the Student Conference on Gender and Gender Equality in the Cyber Space. This two-day interdisciplinary event offers a unique opportunity for students to share ideas, research, and experiences on how the digital world shapes, reflects, and challenges gender relations. The conference will be held on November 29-30, 2024, in Sarajevo. The main theme of the conference, “Gender and Gender Equality in the Cyber Space” explores the interplay between gender and technology. This conference provides a platform[…]

In recent days, the founder of TPO Foundation and professor of gender studies, Zilka Spahić Šiljak, appeared on TV SA and N1, where she introduced the FER School program titled “Feminism and Religion.” This program, organized by the TPO Foundation, aims to educate, empower, and foster critical reflection on the relationship between feminism and religious traditions in contemporary society. The FER School, now recognized as a lifelong learning course, offers a unique platform for open dialogue on the challenges faced by women within various religious contexts, as well as the[…]

The University of Tuzla, in cooperation with the TPO Foundation and the University Gender Resource Center (UNIGeRC) at the University of Sarajevo, is organizing a Winter School titled “Gender and Art,” which will take place from October 28 to November 2, 2024. This prestigious educational program is aimed at undergraduate, master’s, and PhD students from the fields of humanities, social sciences, and art academies. The Winter School will bring together renowned academic lecturers, artists, and professionals from the region, who will offer 18 interactive lectures and workshops focused on contemporary[…]

The UNIGEM (University Gender Mainstreaming) follow-up research is goidng to be conducted three years after the implementation of this project at 19 partner universities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro. In this regard professorZilka Spahić Šiljak,  the director of the TPO Foundation and the academic director of the University Gender Resource Center (UNIGeRC) held meetings in Zagreb with coordinators: professor Snježana Vasiljević and professor Anita Dremel. During the meetings, which were also attended by UNIGEM collaborators Dr. Jadranka Rebeka Anić and Lana Bobić from the ZATO Foundation in[…]

It is important to work and achieve results, but it is equally important, after a certain period of time, to summarize these results and present them to others who face similar challenges and are also committed to advocating for universities to be gender-responsive communities where everything is critically examined and social responsibility is learned. From September 11-12, 2024, Prof. Dr. Zilka Spahić presented the UNIGEM project at the 09th Rectors’ Forum of Southeast Europe and the Western Balkans held in Bitola, North Macedonia. At the panel titled ‘Values in Universities,’[…]

From September 4th to 6th, 2024, the UNIGEM Summer School “Gender and Law” was held at the Faculty of Law at the University of Zenica, organized by the TPO Foundation and the Faculty of Law at the University of Zenica. The summer school brought together law students from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro. The first day of the Summer School on Gender Issues and Law, organized by the TPO Foundation at the University of Zenica, marked an important step in advancing discussions on gender equality and justice. The[…]

Through the Eyes of a Woman Paintings Exhibition by Aida Bahtanović was held from Friday, August 30, to Tuesday, September 3, 2024, in Hanikah in Sarajevo (at Sarači 49). The authoress presented her eight-year-old artistic work, which she dedicated to the experiences of women, shown through time that brought them both struggles and successes. According to the authoress, she was inspired by her childhood memories and acquaintances with women in her family and beyond, and by the time she spent with them. Therefore, various aspects of women’s life found their[…]

As part of the UNIGEM project, the University of Zenica, in collaboration with the TPO Foundation, is organizing a Summer School: Gender, Law, and Justice. This event will bring together students from 19 partner universities across Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro. A Summer School will be held at the premises of the Law School of the University of Zenica. This is another opportunity for academic exchange, meetings, learning, and establishing regional cooperation among faculty and student populations. Click here for Program

The proceedings titled Gender justice discourses: Analysis of legal frameworks and judicial practice in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia and Serbia is a result of a two-year research effort, done as part of the University and Gender Mainstreaming (UNIGEM) Project, implemented by the TPO Foundation from Sarajevo in cooperation with nineteen partner universities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia and Serbia. At the beginning of this research, all members of the academic community – including professors, students of doctoral studies, as well as scientists from the fields of humanities, social sciences and[…]

On Tuesday, June 25, 2024, as part of the UNIGEM project, and in cooperation with the Laboratory of Educational Theories of the Institute for Philosophy and Social Theory of the University of Belgrade, an expert meeting for high school philosophy teachers was organized in the form of a symposium entitled “Philosophy in the Classroom”. Although philosophy has its place in our educational system, research into specific pedagogical approaches and methods applicable in high school philosophy classes is relatively rare. This gap points to the need for a deeper understanding of[…]

On June 24, 2024, the Center for Interdisciplinary Studies at the University of Sarajevo hosted an intriguing lecture by Professor Adis Đuderija. The lecture, titled “Gender and Religion: Agency of Muslim Women in Secular Contexts,” focused on the complex experiences of Muslim women living in secular societies. Professor Đuderija, a distinguished expert in Islamic studies, presented insights from his book “Essays on Critical and Progressive Islam”. The book offers an accessible overview of progressive Islam as a normative Islamic tradition and emphasizes its potential as a positive force, especially in[…]