Social action: ‘Representation in liminal space’

After studying Economics and Modern History at university, Siobhan has chosen to volunteer with Asfar and Svitac in Brčko, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Identity politics had been at the heart of Siobhan’s studies, with a particular geographical focus on Southeastern Europe and the Former Yugoslav States. The culmination of her university career was marked by her … Continued

10-months volunteering placements as part of ESC RESOLVE: Volunteer for Peace

Angela and Malcolm just finished their 10-months volunteering placement in Brčko, Bosnia and Herzegovina. They have worked locally with Svitac on different projects in their youth centre, organised their own local activities but also organised activities for the RESOLVE: Network. Malcolm has implemented his ‘Eating together’ project and interviewed young people about cases in their … Continued

ESC RESOLVE: Volunteering for Peace project launched

Asfar is happy to announce that the ESC RESOLVE: Volunteering for Peace project has been officially launched. The #RESOLVVolunteer4Peace project has started today with a Kick-off meeting and will last for 22 months. This project will be implemented with partners: #homeforcooperation, #interfaithencounterassociation, #debateforpeace, #tepebasi #svitac Asfar will be offering 7 places for UK young people … Continued

ESC RESOLVE: Volunteer for Peace Info Day

If you are from the UK, 19-30 years old and interested in becoming a volunteer with the RESOLVE: Network join us for our RESOLVE: Volunteer for Peace Info Day. The Info Day will be organised on April, 13 at 1 pm UK Time. The Digital Event will cover the following subjects: – What is European … Continued

ESC RESOLVE: Volunteering for Peace – call for volunteers

Asfar is happy to announce applications are now open for UK young people to join our 8-12 month RESOLVE: Volunteer 4 Peace programme’s reconciliation and peacebuilding volunteering scheme. Fully funded 7 volunteer placements are available in Turkey, Israel, Cyprus and Bosnia-Herzegovina. FULLY FUNDED includes: Accommodation, Travel grant, Bills, Subsistence payment, monthly ‘pocket money’ and language … Continued

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