FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
National Network
Croatia
Address
Prilaz Safvet-bega Bašagića 1Country
City
ZagrebStreet address 2
Nikole Tomašića 12Mobile Phone
+385976452326Telephone
N/ATelephone (other)
+385 95 567 0960E-Mail (2)
nejra.kadic.meskic@ccd.hrE-Mail (3)
shefkije.doroci@ccd.hrWebsite
Click HereYear of Establishment
2015Contact Person1
Nejra Kadić MeškićJob Title 1
CEOContact Person 2
Shefkije DorociJob Title 2
Project AssistantOrganisation Type
Non-Governmental OrganizationFields of Activity
Democracy and community development, Gender, Human rights, International/Cultural relations, Media, Youth and educationGeneral Information
Center for Cultural Dialogue is a nonprofit and nongovernmental organization that strives to build more inclusive and intercultural societies by strengthening and promoting interreligious and intercultural dialogue in Croatia and wider.
At a time of increased radicalism where hate speech is on the rise and we see indications of extremism in modern Europe, work and efforts in using dialogue to reverse the tide, to heal, to support human rights, are more important than ever before.
There for, Center for Cultural Dialogue contributes to inclusion and integration of migrants into Croatian society. Center implements different programs such as educational, humanitarian, intellectual and other integration programs on one side, and builds and strengthens domestic society that is welcoming for the refugees on the other side.
Center for Cultural Dialogue is creating, supporting and running projects which aim to give refugees and their host communities more support, find long-term solutions, and offer opportunities for refugees to grow and lead economically independent lives.
Mission and Objectives
The mission of the Center for Cultural Dialogue is to build and strengthen the capacities of cultural, educational, academic, research, social and other processes in culture of dialogue and to put sound policies in place for social cohesion, acceptance and co-existence.
Vision of the Center for Cultural Dialogue is a dialogue open society in which followers of different religions, cultures, nations, genders and all other dimensions of identity are integrated in all society processes and participate in decision-making processes in public life.
Center for Cultural Dialogue is contributing to acceptance, tolerance and peace by promoting intercultural society.
Main Projects / Activities
Center for Cultural Dialogue programs efforts are dedicated to promoting and strengthening the culture of dialogue, protecting human rights and freedoms, building the bridge of understanding and cooperation between different people and cultures, promoting peace and non-violence, strengthening and rising awareness on importance of taking active role in the society. Our main activities are: educational programs, social research, working with young people, working with children, working with the people on the move, activism and volunteering.
In our educational program Youth School of Leadership and Dialogue, Center builds youth volunteering networks and involve youth in decision making processes in their local communities. Other youth activities include Forum theater and Intrareligious youth conferences.
Our main project in the moment is project New neighbours 2.0- Inclusion of persons with granted International Protection into the Croatian society. The main aims of the project are providing help to persons who have been granted International protection through direct work them (Individual Integration Plans and project teams), sensitization of the local community and Croatian society to new neighbors through:
- public events that gather locals and persons who have been granted International protection,
- educational program for public officers in education and health system,
- media campaigns and media conferences,
and evaluation study that measured the success of integration and inclusion of persons who have been granted International protection in Croatia.
Our two current research projects are: Migration Media(tor): Empowering voices of migrants and PRIME: Protecting Irregular Migrants in Europe.
How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
As a nonprofit organization with extensive experience in fostering interreligious and intercultural dialogue, the Center for Cultural Dialogue can contribute to the ALF Network in Croatia by actively engaging in joint initiatives, sharing best practices, and facilitating grassroots-level dialogue and integration programs. Our expertise in working with migrants, refugees, and youth—through educational, humanitarian, and community-based activities—positions us as a valuable partner in promoting the values of inclusion, tolerance, and human rights. Through projects like New Neighbours 2.0, we create direct connections between local communities and persons with international protection, an approach we can share and scale within the Network. Additionally, our research and educational efforts—such as Youth School of Leadership and Dialogue, Migration Media(tor), and PRIME—can enrich the collective knowledge of the Network, while our volunteer and activism platforms offer opportunities for youth engagement and collaboration across the region.
Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
We are eager to join the ALF Network because we believe in the transformative power of dialogue and the importance of building bridges across cultures, faiths, and communities. ALF’s mission to unite civil society, institutions, and change-makers across the Euro-Mediterranean region aligns perfectly with our core values and vision of an open, inclusive society. Becoming a part of this dynamic and diverse network would allow us to collaborate with like-minded organizations, learn from shared experiences, and amplify our impact beyond national borders. We see ALF as a unique platform to contribute to and benefit from intercultural dialogue, co-creation of projects, and the exchange of ideas that foster peace, mutual understanding, and social cohesion across the region.