LET’S GET TO KNOW OUR ROOTS – let’s get to know our neighbours 

Organisation: BOSNIAK CULTURAL UNION OF SLOVENIA | BOŠNJAČKI KULTURNI SAVEZ SLOVENIJE –  BOŠNJAŠKA KULTURNA ZVEZA SLOVENIJE 

Location: Ljubljana 

The project aims to strengthen the integration, education and cultural identity of the Bosniak community in Slovenia through language learning, cultural workshops, and public discussions. The Bosnian language will be promoted, with weekly classes and literary events. The project also includes roundtable discussions on minority rights, advocating for greater recognition and systemic support for unrecognized minorities in Slovenia. 

Literary evenings and Bosnian documentary film screenings will showcase Bosniak heritage and facilitate dialogue between communities. The project will include publications highlighting Bosniak history, literature and contributions to Slovenian society, ensuring broader representation in media and academia. The project combats stereotypes, counter discrimination and encourage meaningful participation of the Bosniak community in all aspects of public life. 

Grant Amount: €15,000