In January 2025, a one-year volunteer engagement of the Boombar project volunteers began, encompassing a series of activities, trainings, workshops, and social events. Throughout this period, the volunteers demonstrated a high level of effort and dedication, as well as strong motivation to develop life skills and promote healthier lifestyles.

Through interactive workshops, many topics were addressed with the volunteers, such as addiction prevention and health promotion, the development of a positive self-image, and the development of skills including teamwork, assertive communication, critical thinking, understanding emotions, and many others.

In addition to skill-development workshops, volunteers actively took part in various events where they prepared non-alcoholic cocktails as part of the Boombar bar, thus promoting healthier ways of socializing and having fun. This practical engagement enabled them to gain certain skills through experience that are applicable in everyday life.

The final workshop of this cycle was held on 21 December 2025, during which volunteers had the opportunity to reflect on their one-year volunteer engagement and recall the key things they had learned and would carry forward with them.

Our volunteers not only learned a great deal about themselves and community work, but also made a significant contribution to promoting healthier habits in society. What it is like to be part of the Boombar project was shared by the volunteers themselves:

Being part of the Boombar program was a very, very beautiful and useful experience that brought me new knowledge as well as the opportunity to meet wonderful people. The program was interesting, relaxed, and inspiring, and the workshops encouraged me to think differently and work on myself. I would definitely recommend Boombar to all young people who want to learn, socialize, and grow in a positive environment. .

It was great working with the team, meeting new people, and seeing how our cocktails and smiles can positively influence others while we promote a healthy way of having fun.

Being in the Boombar program was very useful and educational. I learned a lot about prevention and healthy life choices. The program was interesting and interactive, which makes it different from ordinary lectures. I would warmly recommend other young people to get involved because it is truly worthwhile and can positively impact their lives. .

The dedication and enthusiasm of the volunteers showed that young people truly want to be active participants in building a healthier and higher-quality society. It is up to us to continue providing support and opportunities for young people so that, through their engagement, they can keep contributing to a better and brighter future for Bosnia and Herzegovina.

You can read more about the Boombar project here.