Support for creative and cultural industries
„Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures“ is a non-governmental organization whose primary aim is to promote Sarajevo and Bosnia and Herzegovina as a center of diverse cultures. Creative and cultural industries encompass a range of activities that deal with the creation, production, and distribution of goods and services of a creative, cultural, or artistic nature. Through projects and in partnership with museums, galleries, theaters, cultural centers, libraries, cultural heritage institutions, and higher education institutions in the cultural sphere, "Sarajevo Cultural Encounter" provides support to cultural and creative industries.
Support for cultural management and administration
Cultural management and administration involve the organization and supervision of the work of cultural institutions, organizations, and projects through various processes, strategies, and practices. It focuses on the efficient utilization of resources and the coordination of activities for the smooth operation of cultural projects and programs. This includes the planning, organization, leadership, control, and evaluation of various aspects of cultural initiatives. „Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures” provides support for cultural management and administration through networking and international cooperation, fostering the development of programs and projects, capacity building and training, as well as accessibility and marketing.
Support for cultural tourism development
The city of Sarajevo represents one of the potentially most attractive tourist destinations in the Balkans, Southeast Europe, and Europe. With the aim of showcasing our value to the whole world, we established the symbol-seal, the sign, „Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures“ in 2014. This authentic emblem represents a place of cultural encounter and a starting point for tourism, which brings together the historical and cultural description of Sarajevo in one place. Our goal is to contribute to and promote the sustainable development of cultural tourism in Sarajevo and Bosnia and Herzegovina by creating attractive, modern, and recognizable products. „Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures“ aims for the city of Sarajevo to be recognized as the „Meeting of Cultures.“ We want to pass on the beauty of cultural encounters to the new generations, just as our children deserve. Diversity as an advantage is a value that we possess, a value that we can showcase beyond the storms of misfortune, which in our regions during their brief historical periods have not managed to destroy the eternal spaces of cultural encounters.
Support for inclusion
By raising awareness about diverse topics through education, participation in various programs and projects, "Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures" supports inclusion, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their background, are included in various aspects of society. By providing support to marginalized groups, educating and involving them in numerous activities, their active participation in society is ensured.
Support for sport tourism development
One of the missions of „Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures“ is to introduce fresh formats of education and create an innovative workspace to promote sports tourism, recreation, and leisure while respecting universal values. Culture, education, and sports are pillars that constitute a successful society, pillars through which „Sarajevo Meeting of Cultures“ enriches intercultural dialogue through projects and initiatives. Sports tourism contributes to infrastructure development, supports local sports and clubs, encompasses training and sports education, as well as collaborations with sports associations. The effects of sports tourism are of great significance, as cities and communities can ensure significant benefits, such as a sustainable and inclusive environment for the local population and visitors.