Although prevention programmes and methods are of crucial importance for Bosnia and Herzegovina, it is important to emphasize that not all prevention is necessarily high-quality. Addiction prevention is often perceived as an area in which anyone can take action. However, effective prevention requires professional expertise and the application of scientifically grounded approaches.Outdated and traditional approaches, which are unfortunately still present in practice, can lead to counterproductive results and long-term negative consequences. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that preventive work is evidence-based, supported by professional training, and aligned with international

The Association for Addiction Prevention NARKO-NE is organizing a training on the European Prevention Curriculum (EUPC) in Sarajevo, on June 10 and 11, 2025 (Hotel Terme, Hrasnička cesta 14, Ilidža). The training is intended for officials in public administration who have a general or specialized role and responsibility for designing and/or coordinating prevention programs, as well as for practitioners working in the field of addiction prevention. NARKO-NE is the reference point for coordinating EUPC trainings in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The organizer will cover the costs of training materials, lunch, and