Publications
'Discrimination in Bosnia and Herzegovina- Public Perceptions, Attitudes, and Experiences'
Publishing date: 20 March 2020
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Human rights, Tolerance and non-discrimination
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This report presents the findings of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (the Mission) survey measuring the perceptions, attitudes, and personal experience of a representative sample of 1001 adult residents (523 men and 478 women) of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) regarding discrimination in BiH conducted from 12 August to 13 September 2019.
Reporting on Violent Extremism and Terrorism- Guidelines for Journalists
Publishing date: 17 December 2019
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Human rights, Countering terrorism, Media freedom and development
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
"Journalists need to resist the urge to sensationalize events in their interest to attract the eyes, ears and clicks” – as stated in the UNESCO Guidelines on reporting on terrorism and violent extremism. This statement once again underlines the importance of overcoming many challenges that stand in the way of reporting on these topics. Guided by these issues, the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina organized the conference "Media and Terrorism" in September 2018, and once again drew attention to the importance of accuracy of information based on facts, independence, impartiality, humanity, transparency and responsibilities, when it comes to media-monitoring of violent extremism and terrorism. As stated in the conclusions from the conference, precision and the use of clear terminology is essential for explaining the seriousness and tragic nature of the situation without misleading readers and viewers and sensationalist approach to events.
Assessment of the Work of Bosnia and Herzegovina Institutions in Combating Discrimination
Publishing date: 19 March 2019
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Human rights, Rule of law, Tolerance and non-discrimination
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The Law on Prohibition of Discrimination (LPD) was adopted by the Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) Parliamentary Assembly in 2009. It was subsequently amended in 2016, with the goal of strengthening BiH mechanisms designed to fight discrimination, particularly against persons of vulnerable social categories.
Roma On The Margins- A History of Persecution, Discrimination and Exclusion
Publishing date: 1 December 2018
Content type: Book
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Human rights, Tolerance and non-discrimination
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
A Brief History of Roma Discrimination in Europe, photobook
Combating Impunity for Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in Bosnia and Herzegovina: Progress and Challenges (2004-2014)
Publishing date: 13 July 2015
Collections: War crimes related documents and publications
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Human rights, Rule of law
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
An analysis of criminal proceedings before the courts of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Republika Srpska and Brčko District BiH between 2004 and 2014
The Right to Social Protection in Bosnia and Herzegovina- Concerns on Adequacy and Equality
Publishing date: 2 October 2013
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Human rights
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The present report is a product of studies and assessments undertaken by the OSCE Mission to BiH on the social protection system. The report represents an overview of the system and highlights areas of concern regarding inadequacies and inequalities within it.
Investigation Manual for War Crimes, Crimes Against Humanity and Genocide in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Publishing date: 13 October 2013
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Human rights, Rule of law
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This manual is intended to provide an introduction to the broad areas of knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to conduct field investigations into war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. It is aimed at prosecutors, investigators and other investigation staff; all those whose duties bring them into contact with criminal investigations of this nature.
Special report on the status of Roma in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Publishing date: 28 March 2012
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Human rights, Roma and Sinti
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
Report on the situation of Roma in Bosnia and Herzegovina, specifically dealing with population, housing employment, education and health care
National Minorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Publishing date: 1 January 2012
Content type: Factsheet
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Human rights, National minority issues, Roma and Sinti
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
Factsheet on National Minorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Manual for the employment of persons with disabilities
Publishing date: 20 October 2011
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Economic activities, Human rights
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The purpose of this guide is to address general problems of unemployment, lack of adequate support and education programs as well as obstacles in the working environment that lead persons with disabilities into a difficult situation in terms of finding and keeping a job. This guide is not available in English.