GREEN HORIZONS - TOGETHER TOWARDS SUSTAINABILITY

The international youth meeting was held in Srebrenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina, between July 14 and 22, 2025, as part of the Erasmus+ KA151 Youth Mobility project “Green Horizons: Together Towards Sustainability,” which was carried out by the Bülbülzade Association and supported by the Turkish National Agency.

Over 60 young people from Turkey, France, Germany, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and Italy participated in the program, with 24 participants from our country. In the mobility program centered on the theme of sustainable environment, young people gained awareness of environmental issues through both theoretical and practical activities.

As part of the program, greenhouse studies conducted by IFS EMMAUS were examined on site. Participants volunteered to collect fruits and vegetables used in the preparation of hot meals to be delivered to those in need in the institution's kitchen. Additionally, volunteers provided support for IFS EMMAUS' projects focused on the evaluation of unused areas and eco-friendly construction practices. The young participants actively contributed to efforts aimed at reclaiming unused areas through productive and ecological approaches.

During the event, various workshops, expert presentations, and best practice sharing sessions were held on sustainable environment. Waste collection activities were carried out around Srebrenica. Nature walks, camp Olympics, sports, and cultural events were organized to bring young people together.

One of the program's key highlights was a visit with the Mothers of Srebrenica. Following this, the Srebrenica Memorial Center was toured, offering an on-site observation of the region's recent history through collective memory. The program concluded with various cultural tours and the presentation of certificates.

As Bülbülzade Association, we extend our gratitude to IFS EMMAUS for hosting the event and to all participating organizations that contributed to the process.