Strengthening understanding of migration through interactive workshops in Sarajevo and Bihać

During the past period, two educational activities were implemented with students from Denmark and Germany in Sarajevo and Bihać, in cooperation with partner organizations. The activities were aimed at introducing participants to the work of the organization, as well as to the topics of migration, asylum, and integration in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

At the Intergreat center in Sarajevo, students from the Danish boarding school Nørre Nissum Efterskole had the opportunity to learn about the basics of how the Balkan route functions, as well as the everyday challenges faced by people on the move. The program included a presentation and discussion, as well as informal interaction with beneficiaries, which enabled direct cultural exchange and a better understanding of the lived experiences of migrants and refugees.

At the Day center in Bihać, a workshop was held with students from the University of Freiburg studying sustainability. Through the interactive activity “Journey in Puzzles: Understanding Migration Together,” participants jointly reconstructed a migration journey, contributing to a deeper understanding of differences in opportunities, access to rights, and living conditions across different contexts.

These activities are particularly important as they enable direct encounters and exchanges between local communities and young people from abroad, thereby contributing to breaking down prejudices and one-sided perceptions of migration. Through this form of learning, migration is not viewed solely as a theoretical or political concept, but as a real human experience.

At the same time, such encounters strengthen empathy, mutual understanding, and awareness of the complexity of migration processes, contributing to the development of a more inclusive and informed society. Their particular value lies in the fact that participants, through direct interaction, have the opportunity to connect knowledge with real stories and people, leaving a more lasting impact than traditional educational formats.