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Representatives of the Human Rights Ombudsmen Institution of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Agency for Gender Equality of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ministry for Human Rights and Refugees of Bosnia and Herzegovina., the Communications Regulatory Agency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina gathered today at the United Nations House for a high-level discussion marking the first-ever International Day to counter hate speech, and reaffirming their commitment to counter hate speech.

The need for a better organization and connection of civil society and higher political structures is the way to a democratic and equal society – this was one of the main conclusions of the "Civic Space in Bosnia and Herzegovina: Overview of the Situation and the Way Forward" conference organized by the United Nations in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The various crisis situations we face clearly show that only a transparent participation of citizens and their role in the decision-making process can lead to a more prosperous future for Bosnia and Herzegovina, for the benefit of all.

Cannabis legalization in parts of the world appears to have accelerated daily use and related health impacts, according to the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)’s World Drug Report 2022. Released today, the report also details record rises in the manufacturing of cocaine, the expansion of synthetic drugs to new markets, and continued gaps in the availability of drug treatments, especially for women.

As delivered in Sarajevo, 24 June 2022