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Institutions join forces to strengthen the safety of journalists in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Prosecutors and police officers serving as contact points for the safety of journalists in Bosnia and Herzegovina strengthened their co-operation and exchanged practical experiences in Banja Luka on 17 and 18 June, as part of ongoing efforts for a more effective response to threats and attacks...
GRETA publishes its fourth report on Bosnia and Herzegovina
In its fourth evaluation round report published today, the Council of Europe’s Group of Experts on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings (GRETA) welcomes steps taken by Bosnia and Herzegovina to strengthen its response to human trafficking, while highlighting the need for further progress in...
Bosnia and Herzegovina police acquire modern investigative interviewing methods
A new generation of police inspectors in Bosnia and Herzegovina is strengthening its investigative interviewing skills through specialised training held on 16-17 June 2026 in Tuzla designed to promote more professional, reliable and human rights-compliant criminal investigations. Based on modern...
Investing in election administration in Bosnia and Herzegovina to strengthen democratic resilience
Strengthening the professionalism of election administration is key to safeguarding the integrity of electoral processes and building public trust in democratic institutions. This was one of the main messages of a round-table discussion on 16 June 2026 in Sarajevo dedicated to establishing a...
Strengthening capacities of prison staff in Bosnia and Herzegovina on prison operational work
Practitioners in Bosnia and Herzegovina enhanced their knowledge and skills in prison operational work during a three-day “training of trainers” programme held in Sarajevo from 9 to 11 June. They explored the legal framework, key elements of the operational cycle, work recording and...
New pilot courts in Horizontal Facility action in Bosnia and Herzegovina advance staff satisfaction surveys
The European Commission for the Efficiency of Justice (CEPEJ) organised a workshop in Modriča on May 22, 2026 to assist new pilot courts participating in the action Strengthening the Efficiency and Quality of Justice in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiHSEJ) in introducing internal satisfaction surveys...
Bridging the gap: A new guide for LGBTI inclusive healthcare launched in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Healthcare professionals in Bosnia and Herzegovina now have a new resource to support more inclusive and equitable healthcare for LGBTI people. Launched in Banja Luka on 26 May, the guide Equal Access of LGBTI people to Healthcare in Bosnia and Herzegovina provides practical tools and guidance...
Lawyers in Bosnia and Herzegovina better equipped to represent and protect the rights of trafficking victims
Lawyers certified to represent cases before the Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as representatives of bar associations from across the country, took part in a training held in Buna on 20–21 May which will help them better support and represent victims of human trafficking in criminal...
Strengthening election reporting in the age of disinformation and AI
Strengthening professional, accurate and balanced reporting during elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina was the focus of a two-day training for media professionals dedicated to reporting on electoral processes. The training took place in Neum on 12-14 May 2026. Its aim was to support journalists...
Consent-based approach key to strengthening protection against sexual violence
The best prevention against sexual violence is a legal framework that incorporates the definition of rape based on the absence of freely given consent, supported by effective institutional measures to protect survivors and ensure access to justice. This was the key message of a conference held in...
Zavidovići youth stands against hate
“Young people will inherit the world and we are here to deliver change.” These are the words of Hana Marušić, a young person from Zavidovići who took part in a street action on 21 May 2026 promoting inclusion, solidarity and social cohesion. Organised under the slogan Zavidovići youth stands...
Developing tailored rehabilitation support for women and vulnerable violent extremist offenders in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Institutions and practitioners in Bosnia and Herzegovina are stepping up efforts to strengthen rehabilitation and reintegration approaches for women and vulnerable groups of violent extremist offenders, with a focus on developing more tailored and effective support measures. As part of these...
Council of Europe and BiH institutions reaffirm co-operation on combating violence against women
Advancing efforts to combat violence against women and further align domestic legislation with the Istanbul Convention were the focus of a series of meetings held on 19 May between representatives of the Council of Europe and key institutions in Bosnia and Herzegovina responsible for human rights...
Civil servants from Bosnia and Herzegovina strengthen response to racism and discrimination
Thirty-one civil servants from Bosnia and Herzegovina completed a specialised training programme on combating racism and racial discrimination, strengthening their capacities to promote equality and build more inclusive public institutions. The closing gathering, held on 13 May in Tarčin, marked...
Supporting initiatives in Republika Srpska to align criminal legislation with Istanbul Convention
Efforts to strengthen the institutional response to sexual violence in Republika Srpska through a consent-based approach were advanced during a round-table discussion held in Banja Luka on 4 May. The discussion focused on ongoing initiatives to amend the Criminal Code of Republika Srpska in line...
Enhancing co-operation in combating money laundering and terrorist financing in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Strengthening the ability of institutions in Bosnia and Herzegovina to investigate and prosecute money laundering and terrorist financing was the focus of a workshop held in Tarčin on 27–28 April 2026. The workshop brought together representatives of financial intelligence unit, law enforcement...
Council of Europe empowers future women political leaders in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Twenty women from Bosnia and Herzegovina who plan to run in elections, or who have previously run but were not elected, completed the first Council of Europe Academy for Women Candidates, a unique training programme designed to strengthen women’s participation in political life. Through four...
Council of Europe and Central Election Commission discuss priorities ahead of General Elections
Head of the Council of Europe Office in Sarajevo, Bojana Urumova, together with Belgian Ambassador to BiH, Christine Detaille, met with the President of the Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Jovan Kalaba, as well as Commission members Irena Hadžiabdić and Suad Arnautović,...
Newly appointed judges and prosecutors advance skills in applying human rights standards
Thirty-seven newly appointed judges and prosecutors in Bosnia and Herzegovina have completed Council of Europe training on the application of the European Convention on Human Rights in domestic judicial practice. The training sessions, part of their mandatory induction programme, were held in...
“From trauma to testimony” - Regional dialogue on psychological support to victims of human trafficking
“From Trauma to Testimony: The Role of Psychological Support in Human Trafficking Cases” was the topic of a regional dialogue session on 28 April organised with the support of the European Union and the Council of Europe. The online event brought together more than 60 experts and practitioners in...
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