This evening, the Rezonanca Konjic Primary Music School held two student concerts in the cinema hall of the Konjic People’s University.
Students of the “Rezonanca” Music School Gifted Citizens with Two Concerts
The concerts were held as part of the event “Winter City Konjic 2025.
In the first part of the program, a classical music concert was held, during which students performed compositions on the violin, guitar, piano, and accordion.
Afterwards, the children’s choir performed several pieces, and for one song, members of the creative dance group from the Department of Ballet and Creative Dance also joined the performance.
In the final part of the concert, students of Rezonanca Elementary Music School performed pop and rock compositions, which were thoroughly enjoyed by the audience in the hall.
The students of Rezonanca Elementary Music School “colored” the December evening in Konjic with beautiful notes, giving the townspeople a pleasant and relaxing experience.
The attendees were welcomed by the director of Rezonanca Elementary Music School, Biljana Handžo, who wished everyone a happy New Year.
Gift packages were distributed to all students of Rezonanca Elementary Music School.
Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic –https://radiokonjic.ba/ucenici-oms-rezonanca-gradjanima-poklonili-dva-koncerta/
Christmas Concert in Konjic: Messages of Hope, Unity, and Love
Organized by the Christian Baptist Church, a festive Christmas concert was held tonight in the beautiful setting of the Bosnian Room in Konjic, bringing together numerous citizens and guests in the spirit of holiday joy. Musicians from various cities and countries enhanced the festive atmosphere by performing traditional and contemporary Christmas songs celebrating the arrival of hope and salvation.
At the very beginning, Pastor Fisnik Zenelaj greeted the attendees, reminding them of the true meaning of Christmas and emphasizing that it should not be lost amid the many accompanying customs.
Reflecting on the end of the turbulent year 2025 and the arrival of the new year 2026, the pastor emphasized that the joy of Christmas is not reserved for just one day. “I wish everyone the very best in 2026, but the message of Christmas is that we can rejoice in that hope all 365 days of the year,” he added.
In the musical part of the program, an international ensemble led by singer-songwriter Emanuela Marinković from Brčko performed. The band, making its debut performance in this lineup, consists of musicians from different locations but with a shared mission: Emanuela Marinković (Brčko), Sara (England, residing in Konjic), Tirza (Germany, living in Mostar), Ezekijel (Mostar), and Ruben (Konjic).
“It is an honor for us to mark this holiday through these beautiful pieces, such as ‘Angels Sang,’ ‘Silent Night,’ and ‘Born Is the Promised Son.’ My wish is that we remember how, even though we sometimes wander through the world without direction, God’s love can make everything bloom and ignite new lights in our lives,” said Marinković.
Emanuela also sent a powerful message about the importance of human connections: “Call someone you haven’t heard from in a long time, knock on their door, be there for each other. We are made for togetherness, and togetherness is the best foundation for true joy.”
After the concert, the gathering continued with conversation and refreshments at the NU Konjic Gallery.
Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic –https://radiokonjic.ba/bozicni-koncert-u-konjicu-poruke-nade-zajednistva-i-ljubavi/
“Winter City 2025” Opened Tonight in Konjic
This year’s event was opened by students of the Ballet and Dance Department of the public primary music school “Rezonanca” Konjic, who organized a ballet and dance program titled “Broadway on the Neretva” in the cinema hall.
The event “Winter City” officially began this evening in Konjic, organized by the City of Konjic under the slogan “Welcome to Konjic.” This year’s event was opened by students of the Ballet and Dance Department of the public primary music school “Rezonanca” Konjic, who presented a ballet and dance program titled “Broadway on the Neretva” in the cinema hall. On behalf of Mayor Osman Ćatić, Sabina Ćukle, a member of the Organizing Committee, welcomed those in attendance and wished them a warm welcome to this year’s event.
“With this event, we once again aim to brighten the winter days and evenings for all residents of Konjic, as well as for guests who will be visiting the city during December and January, under the slogan ‘Welcome to Konjic,’” Ćukle said.
The Konjic audience was also greeted by Biljana Handžo, Director of the public primary music school “Rezonanca” Konjic, and Samra Mlinar Mandić, a teacher at the school who has worked diligently with the students over the past period—efforts clearly reflected in their performances this evening.
Professor Mandić and her students found inspiration for most of the choreographies in Disney animated films. By combining music, impressive costumes, and great energy, the students created a unique program enjoyed by Konjic residents of all generations.
“Considering that the audience ended up both on their feet and on the stage, I think that speaks volumes about how much we filled the hearts of everyone who came, supported us, and left with a wide smile. The children were wonderful—we have 40 students, performed 17 numbers, and designed our show around the concept of ‘Broadway on the Neretva.’ I truly believe that, based on what we presented tonight, we could stand shoulder to shoulder with real Broadway,” said Professor Samra Mlinar Mandić proudly, adding that Konjic has many talented children.
“Tonight, we were able to see that the children truly have a great deal of talent. Talent can always shine when you recognize a child and guide them, as you are simply encouraging their abilities, talent, and giftedness. This evening, we premiered several numbers that we created in just three months, and we have been in existence for only a year. We witnessed exceptionally high-quality dance performances that have already won numerous awards at international competitions,” emphasized Professor Samra Mlinar Mandić.
Biljana Handžo, Director of the public primary music school “Rezonanca” Konjic, also expressed great satisfaction with the entire evening program, which was marked by youthfulness and an excellent atmosphere.
“Tonight’s program is the result of the children’s regular attendance, as well as their dedication to everything they do. As the director of this school, I fully support my teachers—everything they say, every idea we consider to be good, I back completely. I also express my deep gratitude to the City of Konjic for supporting us, enabling us to accomplish things we couldn’t have done without their financial assistance. When so many positive energies come together, the result is exactly what we saw tonight. I promise you that you will see many more wonderful, unique, and never-before-seen performances on this stage,” emphasized Handžo, thanking everyone who contributed to the evening’s program.
Emina Kevrić and Mia Pranjić, students of the Ballet and Creative Dance Department, enjoyed every dance step on stage.
“I’ve been dancing for a year, and tonight we performed several dance numbers. It was great, and we prepared for the performance for three months,” said Emina. Her friend Mia added that everyone worked very hard to make tonight’s performance a success.
“I think we met our teacher’s expectations, and I love dancing. As soon as the Ballet and Creative Dance Department opened, I enrolled,” Mia told us.
The “Winter City” event was also supported by the Ministry of Trade, Tourism, and Environmental Protection of HNK, with the program organized in cooperation with the Konjic National University, Konjic Sports Hall, and the Youth Council of the City of Konjic.
“Winter City” will run until January 31, 2026.
Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic –https://radiokonjic.ba/u-konjicu-veceras-otvoren-zimski-grad-2025/
The first professional conference “TERRA BH 2025 Soil & Forest,” dedicated to the conservation and management of soil and forests, was held in Konjic.
The Federal Institute for Agropedology and the company “Šumarstvo ‘Prenj’” Konjic, in cooperation with partners, today organized in Konjic the first professional conference in Bosnia and Herzegovina dedicated to the conservation and management of soil and forests, titled “TERRA BH 2025 Soil & Forest.” The conference represents a unique platform for the exchange of knowledge, experience, and best practices in the field of soil protection and forest ecosystems, which play a key role in safeguarding food security, biodiversity, climate resilience, and sustainable economic development in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The conference brought together experts, representatives of institutions, the private sector, and non-governmental organizations, with the aim of jointly shaping future initiatives and strategies for the effective protection of soil and forests in Bosnia and Herzegovina, said Dženan Vukotić, Director of the Federal Institute for Agropedology of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
“As for the conference itself, we want to draw attention to soil desertification, its degradation, and ultimately its protection, because the Federal Institute for Agropedology has been dealing with precisely this for the past 80 years—soil protection and soil management in agriculture, and now also in forestry and other areas we cover. The conference presented projects we are currently working on, and we will develop a strategy based on solutions drawn from the panel discussions we are holding today—two panels involving professional and scientific institutions. We are primarily a professional institution, but scientific institutions contribute by helping us formalize and structure this work, enabling us to develop future projects and apply for new international projects that are significant not only for us but for the wider region. We aim to bring soil into the focus it must have today. While pollution in terms of air and water is constantly present in the media, soil is not. It is up to us to place it in the spotlight, because the entire world and Europe are calling for soil to be given the same priority as water and air when it comes to protection,” said Vukotić.
The company Šumarstvo “Prenj” Konjic strives to preserve soil through a series of preventive measures, as fires and natural disasters repeatedly result in erosion and the loss of humus and nutrients. For radiokonjic.ba, Emir Lizdo, Head of the Planning, Analysis and Production Preparation Service at Šumarstvo “Prenj,” spoke about the implementation of preventive soil protection measures in the area of the City of Konjic.
“In various ways—primarily through preventive action—we are trying to address the problem of forest fires. Preventive measures mainly include the construction of firebreak roads and strengthening firefighting capacities. Repressive measures are also something we work on extensively, although they are more difficult to implement compared to preventive action. Repressive measures involve reforestation, that is, soil remediation in burned areas. We naturally carry this out first by clearing the burned land, followed by reforestation through planting seedlings or sowing seeds. Šumarstvo ‘Prenj’ is turning to modern technologies, and in the future we will carry out reforestation of inaccessible, mined, and fire-affected areas using drones—more precisely, not reforestation in the classic sense, but the dispersal of seeds by drone. In the future, we plan to further increase our capacities in terms of innovative technologies and their use in forest management and silvicultural works in the area of the City of Konjic, and we also hope to expand these activities across the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton and beyond,” Lizdo emphasized.
The Mayor of Konjic, Osman Ćatić, expressed his satisfaction with the holding of the first professional conference on soil protection in Konjic. He highlighted the importance of such professional educational events and announced support for initiatives aimed at environmental protection.
“I am pleased that the first professional conference on soil protection is being held here in Konjic, and that our company Šumarstvo ‘Prenj’ is a co-organizer of the event, together with the Agropedological Institute, with which we have an excellent cooperation. The City of Konjic has always supported—and will continue to support—initiatives that contribute to the protection of our environment, the development of sustainable policies, and the strengthening of cooperation between professionals, institutions, and local communities. Events like this make a concrete contribution to these goals,” said Mayor Ćatić.
The Minister of Trade, Tourism, and Environmental Protection of the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, Emil Balavac, announced that the ministry will continue providing support next year through reforestation projects in the Herzegovina region, as well as other activities necessary for the protection of natural resources.
“Next year, the ministry will continue its work through reforestation projects and cooperation with institutions, as well as through projects aimed at protecting certain areas we are planning, such as the Vrtaljica forest park in Konjic, Rujište, which we hope will one day become a nature park, and the Prenj area, which the federal ministry and the City of Konjic are working on. I sincerely hope that it will one day be declared a national park. All of this contributes to the preservation of these forested areas, as well as endemic species, primarily the Munika, which is of invaluable importance—not only for Bosnia and Herzegovina but as one of the few remaining habitats for this species worldwide. I hope that through this good cooperation and the recommendations of institutions and professionals, we will achieve a much higher level of protection,” said Minister Balavac.
The TERRA BH Soil & Forest conference has, for the first time, systematically brought together the fields of soil and forestry in one place, with the aim of encouraging and promoting the sustainable management of natural resources.
Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic –https://radiokonjic.ba/u-konjicu-odrzana-prva-strucna-konferencija-terra-bh-2025-soilforest-posvecena-ocuvanju-i-upravljanju-tlom-i-sumama/
The final conference of the “LINKzaMlade” project was held in Konjic.
At the final conference of the “LINKzaMlade” project, titled “How to Improve Programs Supporting Youth Employment,” held today in Konjic, the key results of the project were presented. The project is implemented by the LINK Entrepreneurship Center Mostar, the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton Employment Service, the City of Konjic, the municipalities of Jablanica and Prozor-Rama, as well as employers and other organizations and services. Alisa Gekić, Director of the LINK Entrepreneurship Center Mostar, stated that the project was successfully completed with more than 135 individual support plans created and 60 newly created jobs.
“Projekat “LINKzaMlade” ulazi u završnu fazunakon praktično 17 mjeseci uspješne implementacije. Moramo reći da smo jako zadovoljni sa implementacijom, budući da smo ostvarili veliki odziv kada govorimo o animiranju mladih, jer činjenica je da definitivno na evidencijama Službe za zapošljavanje imamo veliki broj nezaposlenih osoba. Međutim, ključno je ko su to aktivni, a ko pasivni tražitelji posla. Tako da smo u saradnji sa Službom za zapošljavanje i poslodavcima-Eurosjaj, GeoBiro i brojnih drughi koji su uključeni u projekat, nastojali animirati mlade da se uključi i uzmu učešće u procesu karijernog vođenja, intenzivne radionice, izgradnje vještina i brojnih drugih obuka za eventualno prekvalifikaciju i dokvalifikaciju. Nakon toga smo kreirali više od 130 individualnih profila za zapošljavanje, kreirali jednu bazu aktivnih tražitelja posla na ovom području. I danas ponosno predstavljamo 60 radnih mjesta koji imaju perspektivu da budu dugoročno održivi. Na ovaj način smo htjeli na neki način da pilotiramo i taj proces karijernog vođenja uz podršku Međunarodne organizacije rada i Evropske unije pokažemo kako upravo ovaj pristup može biti implementiran generalno na području Bosne i Hercegovine i kao dugoročan sistemski održiv način animiranja u realizaciji aktivnih mjera zapošljavanje”-navela je Gekić.
In the area of the City of Konjic, 26 young people gained employment thanks to the “LINKzaMlade” project, said Adisa Kevrić, who attended today’s conference on behalf of Mayor Osman Ćatić.
“When it comes to the City of Konjic, three new businesses were supported through grant funds for the purchase of equipment and the co-financing of contributions, and support was also provided for the employment of 23 people from the area of the City of Konjic in the business entities Eurosijaj and GeBiro. The three supported businesses are: Aldin Cero – hair salon; Redžo Ena – hair salon; and Almir Širbegović, who is engaged in photography. On this occasion, we would like to thank the donors and representatives of LINK who provided selfless support to the City of Konjic in the implementation of this project,” said Adisa Kevrić.
Dženan Trbić from the International Labour Organization stated that the employment and self-employment of young people is possible when work is carried out with quality, as is the case with the “LINKzaMlade” project.
“The project presenting its results today is one of 16 projects being implemented in parallel, and they clearly demonstrate in practice that employment in Bosnia and Herzegovina is not as big a problem as it is often stereotypically perceived. When we take into account all the results our partners are achieving in the field—particularly highlighting the role of LINK and the work LINK is doing—it becomes evident that employment, including self-employment and support for entrepreneurship, can have a significant impact when carried out in a high-quality and consistent manner, as LINK does,” said Trbić.
The “LINKzaMlade” project is part of the “EUzaZapošljavanje” project, financed by the European Union and Sweden. Mojca Krisper Figeroa, Team Leader in the Cooperation Section of the Delegation of the European Union to Bosnia and Herzegovina, spoke to radiokonjic.ba about the importance of the project.
“Once again, we are here to present and showcase all the results achieved by the LINK Agency through the youth support project. We must emphasize that we are very pleased with this joint initiative of the European team, through which four million euros have been allocated to projects that are, in fact, youth support projects. I would also like to add that young people are truly a vulnerable group that needs the greatest possible opportunities and strong support in order to become independent, secure their first jobs, and gain work experience so they can succeed as well as possible in the future,” stated Krisper Figueroa.
One of the young people from Konjic who was supported through the “LINKzaMlade” project is Konjic-based photographer Almir Širbegović. Speaking about the significance of the project for our radio, he stated.
“I started my own business related to photography—specifically, a photo studio. I attended training sessions in Mostar through the LINK organization, where I learned about starting a business, since all of this was new to me. It was very helpful to learn how to operate and run a business. I purchased new equipment and received around 7,500 convertible marks. An important step was starting a craft business, that is, registering my company,” Širbegović emphasized.
The conference also offered a series of recommendations from the EU, Sweden, local authorities, and employers on how this model of supporting youth employment could be applied in other communities in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Izvor teksta i fotografija: Radio Konjic –https://radiokonjic.ba/u-konjicu-odrzana-zavrsna-konferencija-projekta-linkzamlade/
“Discover Hidden Attractions”: Workshop Held in Konjic
The project began last year and is scheduled to conclude in 2027. It is organized with the aim of enhancing the underutilized tourism potential of the region, including the collaboration with and enrichment of museums and the cultural-historical heritage of the mentioned municipalities.
We would like to remind that the City of Konjic, Municipality of Jablanica, and Municipality of Danilovgrad in Montenegro have launched the joint project “Discover Hidden Attractions,” funded by the European Union under the Bosnia and Herzegovina – Montenegro Cross-Border Cooperation Programme. The total project value amounts to KM 907,500 (EUR 464,000), of which the EU provides KM 768,640 (EUR 393,000).
The project involves the Konjic Heritage Museum, the Danilovgrad Heritage Museum, and the Museum of the Battle for the Wounded on the Neretva in Jablanica.
The “Discover Hidden Attractions” workshop brought together project participants from Konjic, Jablanica, and Danilovgrad, as well as representatives of LINK.
Rasim Tulumović, project manager of “Discover Hidden Attractions,” reminded that the ultimate goal of the project is to uncover attractions that are not sufficiently utilized for tourism, visited by too few tourists, or, for certain existing sites, to tell stories that have not yet been told.
“The project will continue until January 2027, which means we still have a full year to complete it. Currently, we are in the phase of finalizing certain activities that will make the locations we are working on more attractive. After that, throughout 2026, we will promote them to the visitors who interest us. Collaboration will also include the creation of joint souvenirs, certain shared installations, and joint exhibitions,” stated Tulumović.
This was an opportunity for representatives of the three museums—the Konjic Heritage Museum, the Danilovgrad Heritage Museum, and the Museum of the Battle for the Wounded on the Neretva in Jablanica—to agree on the continuation of their collaboration and joint activities.
Nikola Babić, curator at the Danilovgrad Heritage Museum, stated that they are satisfied with the implementation of the project.
“I think it’s a great success that we can work together and primarily promote cultural and other events. I have been involved from day one—we welcomed a delegation from Konjic here in Danilovgrad, and now we have come here. We will first connect as institutions, as museums, and then as municipalities, and from there expand from the local to the national level,” said Babić, who, together with his colleagues from the museum, visited the Konjic Heritage Museum and Tito’s Bunker during their stay in Konjic.
Belma Halilhodžić, Director of the Museum of the Battle for the Wounded on the Neretva in Jablanica, stated that a positive aspect of the project for their museum is the opportunity to create a visitor management plan.
“We also plan to create a game for younger visitors, which will engage the younger generations who come with their families,” said Halilhodžić.
With the aim of bringing museums closer to the youngest visitors, a video game designer, Amir Denjo, has been engaged as part of the project. He stated that he is currently developing a game for six museums, which is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
“Three games are for museums in Montenegro, three for museums in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and we have a version for the museum in Jablanica. Within the game, children can interact with museum exhibits in a fun digital format, read descriptions of the exhibits, learn a bit about them, and then see them in real life after playing. Children can be engaged with the video games on tablets while their parents explore the museums, making it enjoyable for everyone. As fascinating as antiques are, I believe the younger generation finds the digital world even more engaging,” explained Denjo.
These games will be installed on devices in the museums as part of the “Discover Hidden Attractions” project.
The workshop participants confirmed that they are satisfied with the progress of the collaboration so far, noting that there is always limited funding for culture and museum activities. By connecting multiple museums, they can create added value—perhaps with less money—while making the spaces more attractive.
“Winter City” will run until January 31, 2026.
Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic –https://radiokonjic.ba/otkrij-skrivene-atrakcije-odrzana-radionica-u-konjicu/
Art by Touch: Konjic Native Lejla Mehanoli Alić Made Art Accessible to All the Senses in a BiH Gallery
On October 16, the exhibition “Culture for All” opened at the Art Gallery of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Through innovative 3D models of selected artworks from the permanent collection, the exhibition brings art closer to persons with disabilities. Visitors are given the opportunity to experience works by Bosnian and Herzegovinian artists such as Roman Petrović, Đoko Mazalić, Lazar Drljača, and Karlo Mijić through touch and sound, opening art to all the senses.
The exhibition was organized by the Association Life with Down Syndrome of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (the project lead) and the Art Gallery of Bosnia and Herzegovina, as part of the project “Museum for All,” which, with the support of UNESCO and the European Union, promotes accessibility and the right of everyone to a barrier-free cultural experience.
A key role in the realization of the project was played by Lejla Mehanoli Alić, a product designer from Konjic, who designed, modeled, and supervised the production process of the tactile replicas. Lejla Mehanoli Alić graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts, Department of Product Design, and her academic excellence is reflected in her distinctions as Student of the Generation in both primary and secondary school, Best Student of the Generation, and recipient of the Golden Badge of the University of Sarajevo.
Lejla Mehanoli Alić emphasized that the idea of the project was to make exhibitions in museums and galleries “more accessible to all people, regardless of their abilities.”
“I was engaged to work on the design and production of tactile replicas of artworks by some of the most renowned artists from Bosnia and Herzegovina. We created tactile 3D-printed replicas of artworks with the aim of bringing art closer to persons with disabilities—particularly blind and visually impaired individuals, as well as those with intellectual disabilities,” Mehanoli Alić said.
Product designer Mehanoli Alić explained which works by Bosnian and Herzegovinian artists were presented at the inclusive exhibition and how they were adapted for tactile experience:
“At the exhibition, we presented works by several of our most renowned artists. We exhibited works by Lazar Drljača—specifically Travelers and The Old Bridge—as well as works by Đoko Mazalić and Karlo Mijić. In addition, we included portraits by Roman Petrović and Vlaho Bukovac. The selection of works was made to showcase the breadth and diversity of our artists’ oeuvres, encompassing different motifs (nature, still lifes, portraits) and various techniques. Some artists worked more expressively, others focused on detail, while some, like Đoko Mazalić, dealt exclusively with volume. Our primary goal was to approach the replicas in a way that preserves the artist’s sensibility and original intent, while simultaneously presenting texture in a simplified form that people with visual impairments can touch and feel under their fingers—thus opening art to everyone.”
Adapting artworks for people with visual impairments required a special technique:
“The artwork was converted into a 3D format (through scanning or photographing). This was followed by 3D modeling in software, where the texture was adapted so that people with visual impairments could feel it under their fingers. 3D printing was then used to create the final tactile replicas. This is the first time this has been done in our country, something that had not previously been done in a Bosnian and Herzegovinian art gallery, including the Art Gallery of Bosnia and Herzegovina, which holds the largest heritage and collection of works by Bosnian and Herzegovinian painters,” emphasized Mehanoli Alić.
Before being exhibited, the prints were tested in collaboration with members of the Association of the Blind and Visually Impaired in Sarajevo, whose feedback was crucial for the final adjustments, Mehanoli Alić emphasized. She added that visitor reactions were extremely positive, and blind and visually impaired attendees expressed their happiness that projects are being launched to make culture accessible to everyone.
“I believe this was the most important thing—to bring these topics into our society and to work more on such projects. This was a pioneering approach, and I hope that in the future there will be even more successful and better adaptations for all people, regardless of their abilities,” concluded Lejla Mehanoli Alić.
In the context of future work, she encouraged young artists and designers to consider all the senses in their creations and to take into account different aspects of perception, not just visual or auditory.
“To everyone involved in any kind of creative work, not just art, I would like to say that whenever they create something, they should think about all the senses and how wonderful it would be if everyone could experience what they are making. They should consider different aspects of perception—not just visual or auditory—when creating something for others to perceive. Of course, it is important to first study inclusion and understand people’s needs, rather than working ad hoc. Inclusion is truly a science that must be studied in order to connect everything into a cohesive whole.”
With this project, Konjic native Lejla Mehanoli Alić and the entire team behind the exhibition “Culture for All” have demonstrated that art is truly a universal language, setting a new standard of inclusion in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s cultural heritage and encouraging future generations of artists to create for “all the senses.”
Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic –https://radiokonjic.ba/umjetnost-dodirom-konjicanka-lejla-mehanoli-alic-ucinila-umjetnost-dostupnom-za-sva-cula-u-galeriji-bih/
“Shelter” Exhibition Opened at Tito’s Bunker
Today, the “Shelter” exhibition opened at Tito’s Bunker, organized by the Sarajevo Cultural Olympics, under the auspices of the Council of Europe and UNESCO, in collaboration with the Artnauts Collective from the United States.
The City of Konjic provided support for the implementation of this project, with the “First Step” Economic Development Agency from Konjic as a partner.
Seventy artists from around the world have exhibited their works at Tito’s Bunker, some of whom were present today. The exhibition will remain open for one month.
As part of the exhibition at Tito’s Bunker, a roundtable was held, with opening speakers including Ibrahim Spahić, founder and art director of the Sarajevo Cultural Olympics, George Riviera, head of the Artnauts Collective, Pamela Beverly, who selected the exhibited works, and Emir Klepo, dean of Burch University for Film and Photography. On behalf of the City of Konjic, Biljana Handžo welcomed the attendees.
The theme of the “Shelter” exhibition explores the concept of a shelter as a place that provides temporary protection from harsh weather or danger. The exhibition presents works that address protection, refuge, and safety, all within the context of contemporary global challenges.
“I would like to thank the City of Konjic, the Cultural Center, and the First Step Agency for supporting the project called ‘Shelter within a Shelter’ at Tito’s Bunker, as well as for the excellent response from both the public and the artists regarding the concept of the exhibition, which was opened in honor of the 80th anniversary of the United Nations Charter. At the same time, it represents support for the transformation of the modern world—from a period and time of war, violence, and conflict—to what could be hope for humanity: peace, cooperation, and mutual respect. Artists from different parts of the world are in Bosnia and Herzegovina today, in Konjic. Seventy of them have exhibited their works in Sarajevo and other locations. Many artists are participating in this project, known as the Sarajevo Cultural Olympics 2025, and we chose Konjic for this program together with the Artnauts group from the USA and other countries, in collaboration with various institutions. This has shown that this facility, Tito’s Bunker, and this city have an extraordinary opportunity to showcase their remarkable heritage, which is not only woodwork—significant for over a century—but also extends beyond the artifacts in the Heritage Museum to the people themselves,” said Spahić.
The artists, who during the day visited the Woodcarving Museum, the Konjic Heritage Museum, and the birthplace of Zuko Džumhur, discussed the themes of their works at the roundtable.
The exhibition organizers also donated books to the City Library of NU Konjic, while the Konjic National University provided technical support for the event.
The event was also attended by students from Konjic High School, who toured Tito’s Bunker with the artists.
Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic -https://radiokonjic.ba/u-titovom-bunkeru-otvorena-izlozba-shelter/
Visit Konjic Launches Adventure Camp: Kids Learn Climbing and Explore Nature
The agency Visit Konjic has launched the first generation of the Adventure Outdoor Camp, designed for children from Konjic aged 7 to 12. The goal is to take kids away from screens and develop key skills through direct experiences in nature. On behalf of Visit Konjic, Amela Bubalo emphasized that this is just the beginning of a series of adventure stories they plan to organize in Konjic. A group of 10 children will participate in the program over the course of four Saturdays, Bubalo explained.
“First Saturday: Basics of sport climbing and knot-tying at the Outdoor Resort Visit Konjic.
Field visits (two Saturdays): Planned activities include a jeep safari and hiking tours. The first visit will cover Blace and Blatačko Lake, while the second trip, depending on the weather, will involve a hike to Visočica (bivouac Zoran Šimić) or to the Tisovica Valley in Prenj.
Final Saturday: Focus on camping. Participants will set up a tent camp, organize a campfire, and hold a traditional chestnut roast. One final gathering will wrap up the program, with all participants receiving diplomas and taking home valuable knowledge, wonderful memories, and new friendships,” Bubalo explained.
Instructor Aldin Kadić emphasizes that the camp’s mission goes beyond simply learning adrenaline sports—the priority is developing skills needed in the modern world.
“My task is to help children develop their psychomotor skills, and then to foster a love for certain adrenaline sports, such as climbing today. What is most important is that children develop psychomotor abilities, which are greatly needed in today’s world of modern technology.”
The children shared their first impressions of climbing, highlighting their struggles with fear and the process of learning new skills.
Džan Abaza: “Climbing the rock is a bit challenging. Some make it halfway, some reach the top, and some get a little scared. We can rest if we get really tired, and when we want to come down, we just jump or walk back.”
Tarik Tucaković: “I came here because I want to learn how to tie knots, climb rocks, and do all sorts of things that are important for hikers. I was just a little scared at first. Whenever you want something, if you’re afraid of it, try to fight that fear.”
Una Ramić: “I love nature, I love animals, and everything connected to the outdoors. Tarik wanted to give up, but I supported him. I also reached the top—it was a little scary at first, but later it wasn’t scary anymore.”
Faris Bubalo: “I find climbing on rocks interesting. I was in Mostar on the Via Ferrata Hum, I reached the top, and it was exhausting.”
Nadin Nezirević: “I came a bit to practice, to climb and so on. It was a little scary, but I managed to get halfway. When I was up there, it wasn’t scary anymore because I could climb everything.”
Amela Bubalo exclusively announced the planned expansion of the Outdoor Resort in Bijela Valley, at the foot of Prenj:
“Our resort project will continue this season with the construction of an adventure park. By spring, we will have new adventure camps with an expanded range of activities. There will be an adventure park where parents can come with their children to spend time together.”
Through the camps and the announcement of the adventure park, the Visit Konjic complex reinforces its role as a key destination for the development of family and adventure tourism in the region.
Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic –https://radiokonjic.ba/visit-konjic-pokrenuo-avanturisticki-kamp-malisani-uce-penjanje-i-osvajaju-prirodu/
Workshop on Preserving Traditional Crafts Held in Konjic Through the Commheritour Project
The goal of the Commheritour project is to maximize the contribution of cultural heritage crafts to economic productivity, tourism success, and community cohesion—that is, to connect communities in a sustainable way. The project brings together twelve partners from eight non-Danube countries, including two representatives from Bosnia and Herzegovina: the Tourism Board of the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton and Rukotvorine d.o.o. Konjic.
The European Union has recognized the significance and value of traditional crafts not only in economic terms but also in preserving community identity and the traditional knowledge these crafts sustain. Through the Danube Region program, the aim is to provide greater economic opportunities to remote areas through tourism, said Krešimir Miličević, Senior Associate at the Tourism Board of the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton.
“The Tourism Board, together with the company Rukotvorine d.o.o., is implementing the Commheritour project in cooperation with ten other partners from neighboring countries. The project focuses on traditional crafts, that is, our cultural and historical heritage related to handmade arts. It began at the start of 2024 and will conclude in June 2026. The project budget is approximately two million euros, of which around 150,000 euros is allocated to the Tourism Board and Rukotvorine d.o.o. With these funds, we hope to raise awareness of the importance of traditional crafts and handmade arts in our economic, social, and cultural life,” said Miličević.
A project partner of the Tourism Board of the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton is also the Museum of Woodcarving in Konjic. Their strategy is to advance the craft of woodcarving through the implementation of an action plan, emphasized Maja Rajić, an educator at the museum.
“We are partners of the Tourism Board of HNK and will participate in the activities of conducting the woodcarving workshop, which we have been planning for some time, in order to enhance this craft and preserve the UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We will have a representative for the action plan, which will be implemented over the next six months. Together, we will establish all the action goals and strive to carry them out so that our woodcarvers can train young people, students from academies and high schools, and pass on their knowledge to preserve the craft for future generations,” said Rajić.
Through an analysis of gaps, needs, and challenges, the goal is to develop a five-year action plan to position traditional crafts in their rightful place within sustainable tourism, said Ivan Jurilj, an external consultant for the development of the action plan for the valorization of traditional crafts, who also led the workshop.
“The workshop in Konjic is one of the first steps in developing an action plan for the valorization of traditional crafts in HNK, carried out through the Commheritour project. As a partner, the Tourism Board aims to create a five-year action plan to position traditional crafts where they rightfully belong, especially in the context of sustainable tourism. One of the key elements of sustainability and sustainable tourism is authenticity and tradition, and old, traditional, and artisanal crafts represent an authentic experience that a region should offer. In this context, problems, challenges, gaps, and needs are analyzed in order to incorporate concrete measures into the action plan, which will later be implemented,” said Jurilj.
“I am pleased that we, as a community and the city of Konjic, are part of this project implemented by the Tourism Board of HNK in cooperation with Rukotvorine and our brand Zanat. This is extremely important for Konjic, especially considering that our woodcarving is recognized by UNESCO. It is important for people to connect in this museological segment and to hear experts from different fields so that we can jointly create the best model for heritage preservation,” emphasized Mušinović.
The Tourism Board of the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton stated that by preserving intangible cultural heritage, we also preserve our own identity, as well as the knowledge that sets us apart and makes us unique—and thus attractive in the context of tourism. In this way, we create the conditions for meaningful and sustainable economic development of our community in the future.
Source of text and photos : Radio Konjic –https://radiokonjic.ba/u-konjicu-odrzana-radionica-posvecena-ocuvanju-tradicionalnih-zanata-kroz-projekat-commheritour/