The information center for people with disabilities "Lotos" from Tuzla invites young people with disabilities from Bosnia and Herzegovina to apply for participation in the regional project "Connected Voices: Youth with Disabilities Shaping Change Together", which brings together young people from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Montenegro with the aim of strengthening their leadership capacities, connecting with each other and jointly advocating for a more inclusive society.

The project is jointly implemented by the Information Center for People with Disabilities "Lotos" (Bosnia and Herzegovina), the Forum of Disabled Youth (Serbia) and the Cetinje Association of Paraplegics (Montenegro).

The project's activities were financed through the Joint Action of the Western Balkans Fund and the European Union, within the framework of the Call for Regional Project Proposals - Grant for Grassroot Initiatives.

What does the project offer?

As part of the project, a total of 18 young people with disabilities will be selected, six each from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Montenegro, who will have the opportunity to:

• participate in the regional camp for young people with disabilities, which will be held in the period from 14-17. September 2026 in Nikšić.;
• exchange experiences and examples of good practice with peers from the region;
• develop leadership, communication and advocacy skills;
• jointly create regional advocacy initiatives;
• participate in regional peer support activities and build a network of mutual support;
• they launch initiatives in their communities.

The project is based on the belief that young people with disabilities are the bearers of positive changes in their communities and that through regional cooperation they can more strongly advocate the realization of their rights and actively contribute to the development of a more inclusive society.

Who can apply?

The call is open to young people with disabilities who:

• are between 18 and 30 years old;
• they live in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia or Montenegro;
• they want to develop their potential, learn and collaborate with peers from the region;
• they are ready to actively participate in all planned project activities.

How to apply?

You can apply by filling out the online application form at the following link: https://forms.gle/hVomJgdbZ1gMEHMQ9

The number of places is limited, so we urge you to submit your application on time, and applications remain open until August 27th at 11:59 PM.

For all additional questions and ambiguities, please feel free to contact the following e-mail addresses:

armin@ic-lotos.org.ba (for participants from Bosnia and Herzegovina),

office@fmi.rs (for participants from Serbia),

jankovici44@gmail.com (for participants from Montenegro).

We believe that it is through connecting young people, exchanging experiences and working together that the most significant changes are created. If you want to be part of a new generation of young leaders with disabilities who will shape a more inclusive future of the region with their ideas and engagement, join us!