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Twenty Years of Inspiration and Growth: The Mentoring Program Older Brother, Older Sister

Imagine a world where every child has equal opportunities for growth, development, and protection. A world where children receive the necessary support and love. Symbolically, on International Children’s Day, the Association for Addiction Prevention NARKO-NE celebrated twenty years of the mentoring program Older Brother, Older Sister, a program that provides children with a happier and more carefree childhood. At the conference Twenty Years of Inspiration and Growth, held on November 20, 2024, at the Children’s House Novo Sarajevo in Sarajevo, attendees could not hide their emotions after seeing the results

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The Older Brother, Older Sister Program Begins a New Cycle: A New Group of Volunteers Trained

The new cycle of the Older Brother, Older Sister (SBSS) program is about to begin. In preparation, a training session was held for 40 new volunteers who will serve as mentors and provide support to at-risk children over the next eight months.Due to the high number of interested volunteers, the training was conducted in Sarajevo in two groups. The first group attended training on November 9 and 10, while the second group participated on November 16 and 17, 2024. The sessions were led by Izanela Mahmutović and Jovana Perović, program

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Touch of the Heart – Actions that Bring Life’s Greatest Values

Let’s imagine, for a moment, a world created by empathy, understanding, support, and love. It seems perfect, doesn’t it? But doesn’t it also sound somewhat unattainable and unrealistic, given the insecurity, superficiality, and distance that unfortunately still surround us today? We would all agree that each of us prefers values that fill our lives with true joy. But what about those who do not have such a privilege of choice yet bravely step forward and believe in the positive in the world? There is, in fact, a quiet power that

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A New Group of Teachers trained for Implementing Life Skills Development Programs for Children in Grades 1-4

The curriculum Let’s Grow up Together has gained new educators in the Sarajevo Canton. In the 2024/2025 school year, they will work with their students on developing and enhancing life skills, promoting health, and focusing on addiction prevention and risky behavior prevention through a series of workshops. The program is designed for children in grades 1–4 and is based on developing life skills such as empathy, communication skills, stress management, and many more. These skills will empower children to resist peer pressure and face life challenges. Due to high interest,

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Call for Young People from Bosnia and Herzegovina to Volunteer in Germany

The Association for Addiction Prevention NARKO-NE invites young people aged 18 to 30 from Bosnia and Herzegovina to volunteer in Aachen, Germany, as part of the European Solidarity Corps program!The project is titled Solidarity with People with Disabilities. Volunteering locations include Pax Christi Aachen and Vinzenz-Heim Aachen. Volunteers will support the inclusion of people with disabilities through daily activities and tasks: Assisting with daily activities (e.g., setting the table, making coffee)– Organizing leisure activities– Helping with cooking and shopping– Providing support during trips and vacations– Assisting with mobility (e.g., pushing

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Trebinje – Call for Participation in Training on the European Prevention Curriculum

The Association for Addiction Prevention NARKO-NE is organizing a training on the European Prevention Curriculum (EUPC) in Trebinje on November 6 and 7, 2024, at the SL Industry Hotel (Nikšićki put bb). The training is intended for officials in public administration with a general or specialized role and responsibility for developing and/or coordinating prevention programs, as well as for professionals involved in addiction prevention in practice. The European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) developed the curriculum, and the training will be led by licensed trainers Amir Hasanović and Andrea Mijatović for

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Word Mental Health Day

Since 1992, World Mental Health Day has been observed every October 10th with the aim of raising awareness about the importance of mental health and encouraging us to offer support to those facing mental health challenges. In today’s fast-paced world, we often overlook mental health and fail to see it as the foundation of our well-being, even though it directly affects every aspect of our lives. The World Health Organization has declared the 21st century the century of depression, further emphasizing the need to treat mental health with the same

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Public Call for mentors in the Older Brother, Older Sister Program

The Association for Addiction Prevention NARKO-NE is looking for mentors in the Older Brother, Older Sister program. We are looking for young people aged 20 to 30, willing to dedicate 15 hours per month to spending time with a younger “brother” or “sister.” During these 15 hours, you will enrich the free time of at-risk children, helping them spend it in a meaningful and enjoyable way. You will receive continuous advisory support, undergo various trainings and workshops, and both gain and enhance your existing skills. Additionally, you will have the

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The Tenth Training on the European Prevention Curriculum Held in Goražde

In Bosnia and Herzegovina, there is a daily increase in the number of people addicted to various psychoactive substances and engaging in risky behaviors. These figures highlight the urgent need for active efforts to prevent further deterioration of the situation. Although various preventive measures are implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina to address this problem, the key challenge is that many of these interventions are not based on scientific research and, as such, do not produce the desired results. This is why the Association for Addiction Prevention NARKO – NE, through

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Volunteer Stories: Sanela Ramović

Expect the unexpected – and enjoy every moment! A suitcase in hand, a heart full of expectations, and a ticket to Germany. That’s how it all began. Honestly, if someone had told me what awaited me when I packed my suitcase and headed to Germany, I probably would have just laughed. You know that feeling when you’re convinced you have a plan and think you know exactly what lies ahead? Well, forget about that. This volunteer year? It showed me that life has a way of surprising you just when

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