Strong Response to the DFF3 Public Call: Local Actors Committed to Building Trust Together

The joint UN project Dialogue for the Future 3 (DFF3), funded by the United Nations Secretary-General’s Peacebuilding Fund (PBF), has successfully concluded the Public Call for project proposals aimed at advancing social cohesion, dialogue, and trust-building across Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Launched in June 2025, the Public Call was open to civil society organizations, cultural institutions, and public institutions with ideas that foster cooperation and solidarity, particularly among youth and vulnerable groups. The project is implemented by UNDP, UNICEF, and UNESCO, in close cooperation with the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and in partnership with the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Ministry of Civil Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Widespread interest and participation

The Public Call generated 72 project applications, with the involvement of more than 190 organizations and institutions across the country. Civil society organizations accounted for the majority of applications, alongside cultural and educational institutions that proposed activities ranging from intercultural exchanges and educational workshops, to community-based volunteer initiatives.

The strong response highlights not only the importance of the Public Call’s objectives, but also the vital role of citizen participation in addressing local challenges and shaping processes that impact their daily lives.

Transparent evaluation process

All submitted proposals underwent a detailed evaluation process between 21 and 31 July 2025, based on clear eligibility and quality criteria. The process was designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and alignment with the thematic priorities of the call, including culture, education, environment, and human rights and social cohesion.

Next steps

The evaluation process is now complete, and the final decision on projects to be awarded grants will soon be announced. Selected initiatives will be implemented through formal partnerships at the local level, bringing together civil society, educational and cultural institutions, and communities to advance dialogue and cooperation.

Through this initiative, Dialogue for the Future 3 (DFF3) continues to empower communities across Bosnia and Herzegovina to generate locally driven solutions that strengthen trust, promote equality, and contribute to sustainable peace.

The Dialogue for the Future 3 – DFF3 project is implemented by UNDP, UNICEF, and UNESCO, in cooperation with the United Nations Resident Coordinator, and in partnership with the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Ministry of Civil Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The project is funded by the United Nations Secretary General’s Peacebuilding Fund (PBF).