European Regional Master in Democracy and Human Rights in South East Europe

Ready to take your studies in democracy and human rights to the next level?
Applications are now open for the European Regional Master in Democracy and Human Rights in South East Europe (ERMA).

A unique programme offering:
• A double degree from the University of Sarajevo and the University of Bologna
• Lectures by 30+ international experts
• Academic mobility in Italy
• Internship opportunities
• Scholarships available

Round I: 8 June – 5 July, 2026
Round II: 24 August – 13 September, 2026

Join a diverse community of future human rights and democracy professionals from across Europe.

Read the Call for Applications: https://cis.unsa.ba/en/gc-see-erma/erma-call-for-applications-25-26/

Global Campus Policy Observatory: Webinars Series The current 7th edition of the GC Policy Observatory revolves around the research project ‘Protecting, promoting and enjoying academic freedom...

Last week, we had the opportunity to host our Interdisciplinary Summer School on the Rights of Children and Future Generations, bringing together 23 young people from across Europe for a week of learning, discussion, and exchange.

Throughout the programme, participants explored topics related to children’s rights, climate and intergenerational justice, migration, social inclusion, child participation, and the impact of emerging technologies on children and young people. Through lectures, workshops, and collaborative group work, the Summer School created a space for critical reflection, interdisciplinary learning, and meaningful dialogue.

As part of the programme, participants also presented their group projects developed during the week, welcomed representatives from UNICEF for a special session and discussion, and visited the War Childhood Museum, where they reflected on children’s experiences of war, resilience, and memory.

A huge thank you to all participants, lecturers, partners, and contributors who made this week so inspiring. We leave the Summer School with new knowledge, ideas, friendships, and a renewed commitment to advancing the rights of children and future generations.

Read the GC Human Rights Preparedness Blog post "Human rights activism: super big or super small or what strategy in times of aggressive populism and post-democracy" by our professor Anna Krasteva 👇

Human rights activism: super big or super small or what strategy in times of aggressive populism As aggressive populism and post-democracy spread, human rights activism responds through mass protests, volunteering, civic courage, and new generations determined to defend democracy.

We are thrilled to announce the opening of our Interdisciplinary Summer School on the Rights of Children and Future Generations. We have welcomed 23 young people from across Europe for a week of learning, discussion, and collaboration on some of the key challenges affecting children and future generations today.

Through lectures, workshops, and group activities, participants will explore topics related to children’s rights, climate and intergenerational justice, child participation, migration, social inclusion, and the impact of emerging technologies on children and young people.

The Summer School brings together esteemed professors, researchers, and practitioners from across Europe, creating a space for interdisciplinary learning, critical reflection, and meaningful exchange.

We look forward to an inspiring week filled with new knowledge, ideas, and connections.

📣 Otvorene prijave za praktičnu obuku o cyberbullyingu među djecom i mladima

Global Campus South East Europe poziva studente bachelor, master i doktorskih studija iz oblasti pedagogije, psihologije, socijalnog rada, edukacijskih nauka, prava i srodnih disciplina da se prijave na cjelodnevnu praktičnu obuku o prepoznavanju i adekvatnom reagovanju na cyberbullying.

Obuka je razvijena u saradnji s Child Leadership Team (CLT) i Youth Advisory Group (YAG), te je fokusirana na praktičan rad kroz interaktivne vježbe, diskusije i scenarije iz stvarnog života.

📍 Sarajevo
🗓 1. juni 2026.
⏰ 09:30–16:00
💰 Učešće besplatno
📜 Certifikat o učešću

Rok za prijavu: 25. maj 2026.
Prijavni formular u komentaru i u biografiji!

🎉 ERMA turns 25!

To mark this milestone, we're launching the EAN Human Rights Award, celebrating an ERMA graduate whose work is making a real difference for human rights and democracy in South East Europe.

Do you know an alumnus whose impact deserves recognition? A changemaker, advocate, or quiet force for good? Now is the time to put their name forward.

📅 Nominations open: 15 May – 14 June 2026
🏆 Award Ceremony: 3 October 2026,

📖 Learn more about the award: https://shorturl.at/G44CC
👇Nomination link is in the first comment

🌍 Youth in Southeast Europe are not waiting for change — they’re creating it.

Join our webinar, hosted by the Youth Advisory Group Southeast Europe:
From Challenges to Change – Youth as Solution Makers in Southeast Europe
🗓 21 May 2026
⏰ 15:00–16:30 CET
A conversation on challenges, action, and youth-led solutions in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia.

🔗 Register via link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uymGrubzSqWnquQ9PXkpXw

How free is the press in South-East Europe?

According to the 2025 World Press Freedom Index (RSF),
most countries in the region fall into “problematic” categories.

From Slovenia ( #33) to Kosovo ( #99), the region shows a clear pattern:
press freedom is under pressure.

From political influence to economic dependency,
journalism is facing structural challenges.

On 3 May – World Press Freedom Day,
access to reliable and independent information remains essential.

Because informed societies are stronger societies.

You don’t always see it but you breathe it every day.

In parts of the Balkans, air pollution is a constant reality. In Bosnia and Herzegovina:

• Around 3,300 people die prematurely every year due to air pollution

• Nearly 1 in 10 deaths linked to poor air quality

• Cities like Sarajevo regularly rank among the most polluted in the world

Air pollution is largely human-made which also means it is preventable. 

On 22 April – International Mother Earth Day, the question is not only how we celebrate the planet.

It is how we protect it— and whether we are doing enough.