Political analyst with both practical experience and academic interest. Extensive experience in international organisations. Deep knowledge of South East Europe and the intricacies of its political landscape. Responsible for advocacy and Country Director for Forum Ziviler Friedensdienst e.V., North Macedonia* * * Politički analitičar koji posjeduje kako praktično iskustvo, tako i akademski interest. Obimno iskustvo u međunarodnim organizacijama. Detaljno poznaje jugoistočnu Evropu i složenost političkog okruženja. Odgovoran za zagovaranje i Direktor je ureda Forum Ziviler Friedensdienst e.V. u Sjevernoj Makedoniji.
CSD Engineer Director, committed to economic solutions that improve the quality of living and the environment. CSD is one of the leading engineering consultancy enterprises in Switzerland. Their activities encompass the fields of construction, environment and natural resources.* * * Direktor inženjera za CSD, posvećena ekonomskim rješenjima koja unapređuju kvalitet života i životne sredine. CSD je jedno od vodećih inženjerskih konsultantskih preduzeća u Švajcarskoj. Njihove aktivnosti obuhvataju oblasti građevinarstva, životne sredine i prirodnih resursa.
Regional Governance Portfolio Manager Snežana has 22 years of experience in the implementation and backstopping of projects in the field of good governance that include institutional strengthening of civil socierty organizations, grant management and supporting the establishment of CSO networks. She provides advisory support to project teams for programme planning, design, management, monitoring and evaluations. In her current position, Snežana performs as a backstopper to project managers and teams in all governance projects in the Eastern European region. Within that rôle, she closely follows and participates in activities of the Regional Advocacy Network and #DevPolHack.* * *Menadžer portfolija za regionalno upravljanje Snežana posjeduje 22 godine iskustva kako u provedbi projekata u oblasti dobrog upravljanja, kao i u pružanju pomoći u njihovoj realizaciji, što obuhvaća institucionalno jačanje organizacija civilnog društva, upravljanje grantovima i pružanje podrške uspostavi mreža OCD-a. Pruža savjetodavnu podršku projektnim timovima u programskom planiranju, dizajnu, upravljanju, monitoringu i evaluacijama. U svojoj trenutnoj ulozi Sneža pruža podršku menadžerima i timovima za realizaciju svih projekata u oblasti upravljanja u istočnoj Evropi. U okviru te uloge prati i učestvuje u radu regionalne mreže zagovaranja i #DevPolHack
Project manager of CCI Possess specific 20 years` experience in good governance and decentralization processes in Bosnia and Herzegovina, obtained through close cooperation with the development organisations in Bosnia and Herzegovina, international and local (e.g. SDC, UNDP, USAID). In addition to the above, he has Strong knowledge on the legal framework of local self-government in Bosnia and Herzegovina, especially position of local governments and local communities according to the complex BH administrative framework as well as experience in participatory strategic and action planning.* * *Projektni menadžer CCI Posjeduje specifično dvadesetogodišnje iskustvo u dobrom upravljanju i procesima decentralizacije u Bosni i Hercegovini, koje je stekao kroz usku saradnju s razvojnim organizacijama u Bosni i Hercgovini, međunarodnim i lokalnim (npr. SDC, UNDP, USAID). Pored navedenog, odlično poznaje pravni okvir lokalne samouprave u Bosni i Hercegovini, posebno poziciju lokalnih vlasti i lokalnih zajednica u skladu s kompleksnim administrativnim okvirom BiH. Također posjeduje iskustvo u praticipatornom strateškom i akcionom planiranju.
Emina Hadžić, MA in Linguistics, Head of Department at the Pedagogical Institute within the Ministry of Education, Youth, Science, Culture and Sports of Bosnian-Podrinje Canton Goražde. She actively engages in matters on civic activism, education and educational sciences and has authored numerous scholarly articles and a book. Emina is committed to advocating for vulnerable groups and also fostering ecological awareness. Emina Hadžić, magistrica lingvističkih nauka, šef odsjeka u Pedagoškom zavodu Ministarstva za obrazovanje, mlade, nauku, kulturu i sport Bosansko-podrinjskog kantona Goražde. Aktivno učestvuje u domaćim i međunarodnim naučnim i stručnim skupovima iz oblasti građanskog aktivizma, obrazovanja i edukacijskih nauka te je autorica brojnih stručnih i naučnih radova, kao i jedne knjige. Emina je posvećena unapređenju prava ranjivih kategorija društva, kao i podizanju ekološke svijesti.
European Training Foundation (ETF), Coordinator Governance and Quality Assurance-Senior expert lifelong skills development.* * *Evropska fondacija za obuku (ETF), koordinator za upravljanje i osiguranje kvaliteta – viši stručnjak za razvoj cjeloživotnih vještina.
Building advisor - ACT project
With over 20 years of experience in the civil sector in Serbia, Svetlana Radosavljević is deeply committed to advancing positive societal change. Her professional background is further strengthened by valuable experience gained in both the private sector and government institutions, enhancing her expertise, particularly in the field of advocacy
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S više od 20 godina iskustva u civilnom sektoru Srbije, Svetlana Radosavljević je veoma predana promovisanju pozitivne društvene promjene. Njeno profesionalno iskustvo je dodatno osnaženo važnim iskustvom stečenim kako u privatnom sektoru, tako i u javnim institucijama, što povećava njenu stručnost, posebno u oblasti zagovaranja.
A PhD/MSc in cultural studies and strategic advisor with 20 years of progressively responsible experience in managing complex interventions in the field of international development cooperation and advocacy policy.* * *Doktor/magistar studija kulture i strateški savjetnik sa 20 godina sveobuhvatnog iskustva u upravljanju složenim intervencijama u oblasti međunarodne razvojne saradnje i politike zagovaranja.
Bernd Steimann is a PhD / MSc geographer and has been working in the field of sustainable development since 2004. Senior Advocacy Advisor / Development Policy Coordinator at Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation. He advises various projects and local partner organisations in Asia, Africa, Latin America and Eastern Europe in advocacy and policy dialogue with decision-makers in politics, business and civil society. At the same time, he represents Helvetas in several political campaigns in Switzerland and coordinates regular exchanges with parliamentarians.* * *Bernd Steimann je doktor/magistar geograf i radi u oblasti održivog razvoja od 2004. godine. Viši savjetnik za zagovaranje/koordinator razvojne politike u Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation. Savjetuje različite projekte i lokalne partnerske organizacije u Aziji, Africi, Latinskoj Americi i Istočnoj Evropi u zagovaranju i dijalogu o politici s donosiocima odluka u politici, biznisu i civilnom društvu. Istovremeno, on predstavlja Helvetasa u nekoliko političkih kampanja u Švicarskoj i koordinira redovne razmjene informacija s parlamentarcima.
Emina holds a law degree and a master's degree in international relations, with a focus on environmental law and politics. Her professional experience includes working in a law firm and in the educational system (both state and private), as well as at an international law firm in the USA. She has also continuously worked in the non-governmental sector, serving as the Director of Legal Services and Executive Director of the Aarhus Center in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In recent years, in collaboration with her legal colleagues, she has initiated over twenty legal changes at the level of the Federation of BiH and Republika Srpska. Currently, fifteen of these changes are in effect, including the FBiH Electricity Law, the Law on Environmental Protection of FBiH, and the Rulebook on Environmentally Acceptable Flow of FBiH. * * * Diplomirani sam pravnik i magistar međunarodnih odnosa, sa usmjerenjem na ekološko pravo i politike. Što se tiče mog radnog iskustva uključuje rad u advokatskoj kancelariji, u obrazovnom sistemu (državnom i privatnom), zatim rad u međunarodnoj advokatskoj kancelariji u SAD-u i kontinuirani rad u nevladinom sektoru, kao direktor pravne službe i izvršna direktorica Aarhus centra u BiH, gdje sam samo u posljednjih nekoliko godina, u saradnji sa svojim pravnim kolegama, inicirala više od dvadeset zakonskih izmjena na nivou Federacije BiH i Republike Srpske u Bosni i Hercegovini, od kojih je trenutno na snazi petnaest (kao što su Zakon o električnoj energiji FBiH, Zakon o zaštiti okoliša FBiH, Pravilnik o ekološki prihvatljivom protoku FBiH i dr.).
Is an experienced consultant with over 25 years of expertise in socio-economic research, analysis, and project management across Bosnia and Herzegovina and the wider Western Balkans. She specializes in capacity building, active labor market measures, and local employment partnerships, with a strong focus on green building, sustainability, and social sector reforms. As a key contributor to EU-funded projects, she has led over 30 international initiatives, emphasizing strategic development, cross-sector collaboration, and policy planning. Melisa is also the President of the Green Building Council BiH, contributing extensively to green economy projects and circular economy initiatives. Her work spans local economic development, gender mainstreaming, and renewable energy utilization, underscoring her commitment to creating sustainable and resilient communities. Fluent in Bosnian and English, Melisa is recognized for her facilitation, leadership, and ability to navigate complex environments.* * *Je iskusna konsultantica s više od 25 godina iskustva u društveno ekonomskom istraživanju, analizi i upravljanju projektima u Bosni i Hercegovini i široj regiji Zapadnog Balkana. Njena specijalnost je izgradnja kapaciteta, aktivne mjere za tržište rada i lokalna partnerstva za zapošljavnje, fokusirajući se na zeleno građenje, održivost i reforme socijalnog sektora. Kao ključni saradnim na projektima koje finansira EU, prevodila je vipe od 30 međunarodnih inicijativa, s naglaskom na strateški razvoj, međusektorsku saradnju i planiranje politika. Melisa je također predsjednica Vijeća za zelenu gradnju, doprinoseći u velikoj mjeri projektima zelene privrede i inicijativama cirkularne ekonomije. Njen rad se obuhvaća lokalni privredni razvoj, rodno osvještene politike i korištenje obnovljive energije, naglašavajući njenu posvećenost kreiranju održivih i otpornih zajednica. Tečno govori bosanski i engleski jezik. Melisa je prepoznata po svojoj facilitaciji, vodstvu i sposobnosti da se kreće kroz kompleksna okruženja.
Is a mechanical engineer with experience as a researcher, consultant, and project coordinator in the field of sustainable development. The focus of her work is on resource efficiency, with a particular emphasis on waste management and the circular economy. She has been actively involved in promoting sustainable development through policy analysis and evaluation and has contributed to the development of strategic documents and guidelines to support local authorities and stakeholders. Her expertise extends to facilitating policy dialogue, implementing practical solutions, and designing and delivering educational programs and training, ensuring the effective transfer of knowledge across diverse sectors.* * *Sadžida Hafizović je mašinski inženjer sa iskustvom kao istraživač, konsultant i koordinator projekta u oblasti održivog razvoja. Fokus njenog rada je na efikasnosti resursa, sa posebnim naglaskom na upravljanje otpadom i cirkularnu ekonomiju. Aktivno je bila uključena u promovisnje održivog razvoja kroz analizu i evaluaciju politika i doprinijela je razvoju strateških dokumenata i smjernica za podršku lokalnim vlastima i ključnim akterima. Njena stručnost obuhvata facilitaciju političkog dijaloga, implementaciju praktičnih rješenja, te osmišljavanje i izvođenje obrazovnih programa i obuke, osiguravajući efikasan transfer znanja u različitim sektorima.
"EcoDialogue
DevPolHack:
Bridging Voices for Environmental Policy"
30-31 October’24
HELVETAS EASTERN EUROPE OFFICE
Bern / Switzerland
Belgrade / Serbia
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Current Hack
How might we effectively address waste disposal and management issues in Goražde, Bosnia and Herzegovina, particularly the challenges posed by illegal landfills, while ensuring sustainable solutions that meet EU standards?
