Inaugural Meeting of the Steering Committee for the Dialogue for Future 3 (DFF3) Project

Launched in 2014 as a partnership between the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the United Nations, Dialogue for Future has successfully implemented two phases, significantly contributing to youth empowerment, gender equality, and local community engagement. The third phase will build on these achievements, while introducing new approaches, to expand the project’s reach and impact.

DFF3 is part of a broader five-year investment by the United Nations Secretary-General’s Peacebuilding Fund (PBF), an instrument that enables a more inclusive approach to peacebuilding and reconciliation throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The project is jointly implemented by UNDP, UNESCO, and UNICEF, on behalf of the United Nations in BiH, in partnership with the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Ministry of Civil Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Renaud Meyer, Resident Representative of UNDP in Bosnia and Herzegovina, welcomed the Steering Committee members on behalf of the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and stated: “Dialogue for Future 3 is not just a continuation of our previous efforts; it is an opportunity for innovation, using digital solutions to achieve greater results. Our goal is to ensure that our investments leave a long-lasting impact, both at the local level and in state-level policymaking. The uniqueness of this project lies in the partnership with the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, while the involvement of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, with its mandate over key areas of culture, youth, and education, represents an important step forward in this phase. We are confident that DFF3 will contribute to creating a peaceful and inclusive future for Bosnia and Herzegovina, empowering youth, women, and local communities.”

During the meeting, the project team presented the results of the previous two phases and a detailed work plan for DFF3. A significant aspect of the project is the creation of partnerships with local self-government units and the establishment of a platform for dialogue, involving citizens and youth in decision-making processes, with a particular emphasis on gender equality. One of the most significant initiatives within DFF3 is the Youth Futures/Leadership Fellowship Program, which will train 20 young people from Bosnia and Herzegovina in leadership, volunteerism, and activism skills—crucial for cultivating the next generation of peacebuilders.The Steering Committee members reaffirmed their commitment to the goals of DFF3, expressing their dedication to ensuring the project’s success. Through collaboration at all levels and across sectors, DFF3 is expected to significantly contribute to sustainable peace, social cohesion, and reconciliation in Bosnia and Herzegovina.