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Children Who Consume Alcohol Began Purchasing it on Their Own at Age 14

Are Parents the First Line of Defense in Preventing Children from Buying Alcohol? Alcohol consumption among children and youth is the most widespread socially accepted behavior that also represents a risk factor for a range of physical, psychological, and social problems. Alcohol is often the first addictive substance (alongside tobacco products) that children encounter, frequently within their own family environment. Among youth, alcohol use is influenced by peer pressure, fear of exclusion, the desire to prove themselves, low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety. The easy availability and affordability of alcohol—often cheaper

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Call for a One-Year Volunteering Opportunity in Germany!

As part of the Weltwärts program (development policy volunteer service of the German Ministry for Cooperation – BMZ), we are looking for a volunteer for a one-year engagement in Halle, Germany.The project duration is from September 2025 to August 2026.All costs are covered: health insurance, accommodation, pocket money, transportation, and a German language course.The volunteer engagement consists of volunteering in one of the selected organizations, implementing their own project, and participating in volunteer support seminars (25 days). Application CriteriaAged between 18 and 28 yearsKnowledge of English (B2) and/or German (willingness

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Every Fifth Child in FBiH is at Risk of Addictive Behaviors Due to Poor Use of Free Time

Free Time – An Opportunity for Rest, Learning, and Development or an Enemy of Our Personality? Free time is an important aspect of young people’s daily lives, significantly influencing identity formation. Activities within free time can be geared toward relaxation, leisure, and personal development. While free time offers opportunities for personal growth and relaxation, if inadequately structured, it can also become a space for the development of problematic behaviors, such as excessive internet and social media use, substance abuse due to peer influence, gambling, violence, and similar issues.An old saying

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Call for Institutions and Companies in Sarajevo Canton

The Association for Addiction Prevention NARKO-NE and the Public Health Institute of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, with the support of the Employers’ Association of FBiH, invite interested companies, institutions, and organizations that care about the health and safety of their employees and wish to improve the work environment to attend the presentation and training Together for a Healthy Work Environment! The training is intended for heads of departments and representatives of Human Resources departments. The presentation and training will take place on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Hotel

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The Magic Created in Moments That Are Remembered Forever

Gatherings of Younger and Older “Brothers and Sisters” in the Older Brother, Older Sister Program The moment we see each other, she always runs into my arms, and then the questions follow: Where are we going first? Which stop do we get off at? How long will we stay there? Where do we go next? These questions always make me happy because that’s her—my younger “sister,” who has been eagerly waiting for our time together for the past seven days. With a smile, she shares these moments with us—Lamija Habibović,

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Call for Young People from BiH: Volunteer in Croatia and Experience Something New!

The Association for Addiction Prevention NARKO-NE invites young people aged 18 to 30 from Bosnia and Herzegovina to join a volunteer team in Croatia through the European Solidarity Corps program! If you want to gain new experiences, learn new skills, and contribute to positive changes in society, this is the opportunity for you! Project Details:Duration: 10 months (starting February 15, 2025, or later, depending on the time needed to gather necessary documentation)Location: Gračac, Zadar County, Croatia (Association Prospero)Support & Costs: All costs (travel, accommodation, food, etc.) are covered, and throughout

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Call for Young People from Bosnia and Herzegovina: Volunteer in Slovenia and Make a Positive Change

The Association for Addiction Prevention NARKO-NE invites young people aged 18 to 30 from Bosnia and Herzegovina to join a volunteer team in Slovenia through the European Solidarity Corps program! If you want to gain new experiences, learn new skills, and contribute to positive changes in society, this is the opportunity for you! Project Details Duration: 8 weeks (starting March 17, 2025) Who Can Apply: Young people aged 18 to 30, with priority given to individuals with fewer opportunities (such as those with developmental difficulties, long-term unemployed, or from socially

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Who Actually Wins? Training for Program Implementers Held in Tuzla and Sarajevo

As part of the youth gambling prevention program Who Actually Wins?, training sessions for new program implementers were held simultaneously in Sarajevo and Tuzla from January 22 to 24, 2025. The expert training team consisted of professional associates from NARKO-NE, as well as external collaborators trained to implement the program and conduct training for trainers. The training was attended by professional associates and teachers from high schools who will work in pairs to conduct workshops for students, as well as lectures for teachers and parents. The program aims to increase

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The Beginning of a New Boombar Cycle: Volunteers Ready for a Year of Inspiring Challenges

This year, the Boombar project brings together enthusiastic volunteers who are ready to contribute to their community while working on their personal growth. Throughout 2025, 20 volunteers will embark on this unique journey, learning and growing through experiences that will shape and guide them in the future. To introduce them to the association and prepare them for the volunteering cycle, a two-day training session was held on January 21–22, 2025. This session marked the first step in their volunteer engagement. During the training, volunteers got to know and connect with

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Job Advertisement: Program Coordinator for “Older Brother, Older Sister”

The Association for Addiction Prevention NARKO-NE develops and implements evidence-based interventions that balance global scientific trends in addiction prevention with the specific needs of Bosnia and Herzegovina. In addition to empowering children and young people and strengthening their protective factors through direct work, NARKO-NE also enhances the capacities of professionals working with them.In line with the organization’s needs, we are announcing a job opening for a fixed-term position (twelve months), with the possibility of extension.Position TitleProgram Coordinator for Older Brother, Older Sister Position DescriptionThe Program Coordinator for Older Brother, Older

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