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Nansen Dialogue Centre Mostar

National Network

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Address

Alekse Šantića/Tvrtka Miloša 19

Country

City

Mostar

Mobile Phone

+38761204215

Telephone

0038736327459

Telephone (other)

0038763318115

E-Mail

office@ndcmostar.org

E-Mail (2)

elvir@ndcmostar.org

E-Mail (3)

gordana@ndcmostar.org

Website

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Year of Establishment

2000

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Contact Person1

Elvir Đuliman

Job Title 1

director

Contact Person 2

Gordana Aničić

Job Title 2

project manager

Organisation Type

Non-Governmental Organization

Fields of Activity

Democracy and community development, Gender, Human rights, International/Cultural relations, Youth and education

General Information

Nansen Dialogue Centre (NDC) Mostar is an independent NGO established in 2000, dedicated to promoting dialogue, peacebuilding, and integrated education in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The organization operates with five experienced staff members and engages in fostering social cohesion through the Nansen Model of Education, policy advocacy, and community projects.

NDC Mostar's annual budgetary resources are derived from international donors, including the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other embassies. The organization implements its initiatives via workshops, teacher training, policy dialogue, and collaborative school-based activities. Over the years, NDC Mostar has successfully carried out over 40 projects, involving thousands of students, teachers, and local stakeholders.

Main partners and donors include the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, international embassies, and local educational institutions. NDC Mostar's efforts are recognized for bridging ethnic divides and creating inclusive educational environments​

Mission and Objectives

Nansen Dialogue Centre (NDC) Mostar’s mission is to promote dialogue, peacebuilding, and social cohesion among different ethnic, religious, and cultural groups in Bosnia and Herzegovina. By fostering inclusive practices and bridging divides, NDC Mostar works to strengthen democratic values and create sustainable peace within communities.
Objectives
- Promote Integrated Education: Address segregation in schools through the Nansen Model of Education, encouraging collaboration and . understanding among students and teachers of different backgrounds.
- Foster Dialogue and Social Cohesion: Facilitate communication between diverse groups to build trust, reduce conflict, and enhance cooperation.
- Support Policy Advocacy: Advocate for reforms in education and social policies that support inclusivity and equality.
- Empower Communities: Strengthen local capacities for dialogue and collaboration to prevent and resolve conflicts at the community level.
- Engage Stakeholders: Collaborate with schools, local authorities, and international donors to create impactful and sustainable programs​

Main Projects / Activities

Nansen Dialogue Centre (NDC) Mostar is involved in various projects and activities that promote dialogue, peacebuilding, and social cohesion in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Integrated Education: NDC Mostar has developed and implemented the Nansen Model of Education, which focuses on promoting integrated schooling to bridge ethnic divides. This includes extracurricular programs in schools across Herzegovina-Neretva Canton​
- Dialogue and Conflict Prevention: The center facilitates dialogue among different communities, supporting face-to-face meetings to address local conflicts and challenges, such as those arising from inter-ethnic tensions​
- Youth Empowerment and Engagement: NDC engages youth in peacebuilding and social cohesion through various initiatives, including youth workshops, exchanges, and leadership training​
- Policy Advocacy: NDC advocates for education reforms and policies that promote equality, inclusivity, and peace, working closely with local governments and educational institutions​
These activities aim to address the systemic challenges of ethnic segregation and mistrust, contributing to a more inclusive and peaceful society.
In addition to its core initiatives, Nansen Dialogue Centre (NDC) Mostar also runs projects aimed at combating hate speech and promoting respectful communication.

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

Nansen Dialogue Centre (NDC) Mostar can contribute significantly to the Anna Lindh Foundation Network in Bosnia and Herzegovina by sharing its expertise in promoting intercultural dialogue, peacebuilding, and social cohesion. NDC's focus on integrated education and its experience working in divided communities aligns well with the Anna Lindh Foundation’s mission of fostering intercultural understanding and cooperation across the Mediterranean region.

NDC Mostar can contribute through the following avenues:
- Dialogue and Education Initiatives: With its work in promoting integrated education and combating ethnic segregation in schools, NDC Mostar can collaborate on projects that aim to strengthen cross-cultural dialogue and mutual understanding, key goals of the Anna Lindh Foundation​
- Youth Empowerment: NDC's programs that engage young people in peacebuilding and leadership training align with the Foundation’s emphasis on empowering youth as agents of positive change​
- Hate Speech Prevention: Through its hate speech awareness initiatives, NDC can contribute to the network’s efforts to combat intolerance and promote respectful communication in both digital and physical spaces​

By joining the Anna Lindh Foundation Network, NDC Mostar can strengthen its partnerships with other civil society actors across the region, exchange best practices, and further amplify its impact in promoting peace, social cohesion, and intercultural dialogue.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

Nansen Dialogue Centre (NDC) Mostar seeks to join the Anna Lindh Foundation Network to expand its impact on fostering intercultural dialogue, peace, and social cohesion across the Mediterranean region. By joining the network, NDC hopes to deepen its existing efforts in promoting integrated education and combating ethnic and cultural divisions, leveraging the Foundation's regional and international reach.

NDC Mostar aims to collaborate with like-minded organizations in the network to:
- Strengthen Cross-Cultural Dialogue: NDC’s focus on fostering dialogue among different ethnic, religious, and cultural groups aligns with the Foundation’s core mission to build bridges and promote understanding across the Mediterranean​
- Enhance Youth Empowerment: NDC's work in youth leadership and peacebuilding can contribute to the Foundation’s youth-focused initiatives, helping empower young people as agents of positive change in their communities​
- Address Hate Speech: NDC's projects on preventing hate speech align with the Foundation’s goal of combating intolerance, particularly in today’s digital age. By joining the network, NDC can amplify its efforts to raise awareness and foster respectful communication​
NDC Mostar

Membership in the Anna Lindh Foundation Network would allow NDC Mostar to engage in wider regional collaboration, share its expertise, and access additional resources to further its mission of building a peaceful, inclusive, and interconnected society.