MARKED INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ERADICATION OF POVERTY

Poor are the ones who have neither soul nor feeling for those who have less then them - this is the one of the messages on posters with which BHWI Foundation in cooperation with UNHCR, is marking International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. 
It is our intention to appeal for solidarity with all in need of support. Marking the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty established by the decision of the United Nation Assembly in 1992, and in remembrance of the Benedict XVI and his appeal for solidarity with the excluded and homeless, BHWI's this year 7-day activities are dedicated to refugees and asylum seekers.
We recall that, since its establishment, BHWI Foundation works with people subject to different forms of exclusion, who are in need of support in different areas, such as literacy, education, employment and self-employment and other that would lead to their integration into community. 
Yet, the number of the poor, in the country in which fight against poverty shows no progress, is getting bigger by day. The care of the community for the poor is so scarce and more often non existent.
We appeal to all to express their solidarity and help fellow citizens who live around us.

CHILDREN'S SUNDAY CELEBRATION

The first Sunday in October is traditionally celebrated as "Children's Sunday." BHWI Foundation organized various activities for children in order to point out the importance of respect children's personality and their rights. The central theme of this year's celebration was "I have the right to education." Preschool and school-age children from the Asylum Center Rakovica and Refugee Center Salakovac had the opportunity through workshops creatively express their thoughts and talent.

International Roma day in Sarajevo

BHWI Foundation organized marking of the International Roma day (April 8th 2009) within their regular activities of giving psychosocial support. A coming out was organized as well as gather round of  beneficiaries from Asylum Center Rakovica near the city of Sarajevo. On a simple, yet comfortable way, we talked to the beneficiaries regarding the importance of marking of this day as well as Roma culture and the problems that Roma people encounter both here in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in rest of the world.

International Roma day in Mostar

Final exam in basic course of sewing in Mostar

Premiere II ''Nutrition Story'', Franciscan Monastery, Fojnica

Second premiere of the show Nutrition Story, was held on 09.03.2009 in the hall of the Franciscan Monastery in Fojnica, as another historically important site. Show attended about 70 children from 2 to 9 years old from Asylum Center Rakovica, along with kids from kindergartens in Fojnica. "Lessons learned" during the show kids had to show by eating a ''Nutrition Soup'' which was made by women named Jedinka and Anđelka. Event was continued through various games, songs and laughter.

Celebration of March 8th, International Womens Day

Event with women from public life of City of Mostar, Mostar (09.03.2009)

BHWI Foundation organized event between 10 women residents of Refugee Center Salakovac and  women from public life of City of Mostar. Along with friendship and introduction, there was a discussion about different problems in local communities. By solving these problems an increase in quality of life in these women and their families would be eminent. There were also talks about solving certain problems (enlightenment of local roads, time schedule of city transport, quality of service in women's health centers.)

''Ana Karenjina'', SARTR

On the occasion of marking March 8th, BHWI Foundation organized a visit to the show ''Ana Karenjina'' performed by actors from SARTR, Sarajevo. 14 women from Asylum Center Rakovica, attended the show, as well as respected women from Sarajevo and some guests from Slavonski Brod, women who work for BHWI Foundation.
By such organizing of marking 8th March, Foundation wants to overcome stereotypes of gift giving and give women, Asylum seekers, a chance to increase their self respect and personal development through active involvement in such events.

Premiere of puppet show ''Nutrition Story'', Despića kuća

BHWI Foundation was involved in realization of the show Nutrition Story, together with Puppet Studio of Sarajevo. The premiere was held on March 6th in Despića kuća, house which dates from the 17th century and in which the first theater shows took place. With this we wanted to continue this city's tradition form long ago when shows were shown to prominent people and diplomats, their friends and family. through songs and text written by Ljubica Ostojić and Goran Simić. And directed by Dubravka Zrnčić Kulenović, and also authors of the puppets, Naida Begović and Aida Vatreš, the importance of healthy nutrition was shown to kids by actors Sonja Goronja and Jasminka Požek.
BHWI Foundation is showing a lot of interest to children, especially those who come from vulnerable families, refugees, Roma, and children with special needs who don't have the same opportunities as other kids, often victims of economic exploitation and abuse, who have never before been in a theatre.