Diversity – bridge and not a barrier

About the project:
In the last decade in Struga it has become obvious that it is not diversity itself which is the cause of conflict, but the intolerance and misconceptions of “the others”. Only when the differences among the local communities are considered as advantage, we will arrive at unity, increased awareness and respect for the values of the “other’s” culture. This project aims to help local community to overcome prejudices based on ethnicity and religion. Target group are young artists, representatives from NGO, public and private sector from the Municipality of Struga.
Timeframe:
April 2011 – September 2011
Partners:
Commission for interethnic relations from the Municipality of Struga
Results:
  • Increase trust, tolerance and respect among ethnicities
  • Strengthened capacities of the members of the Commission for Intercommunity Relations
  • Created new partnerships among various citizens groups in the Municipality
  • Organized multi-ethnic art camp in Krushevo with 20 participants
  • Prepared and organized theatre performance with more than 200 visitors
  • Signed Declaration for Peace and Tolerance
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