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Latest news from our club and the Rotary network
New Rotary for Excellence Scholars Sign Their Agreements
Last night we signed agreements with a new group of scholars, celebrated their achievements, and welcomed friends from several Rotary clubs.
Our Members Run the End Polio Race with Split 305
RC Sarajevo and Interact members ran in Sarajevo for a world without polio, supporting RC Split 305’s End Polio Race.
Thank You – "Rotary for Excellence" Concert
The "Rotary for Excellence" concert was a success; thank you to donors, guests, and friends for supporting scholarships for new generations.
Rotary International President Stephanie Urchick in Sarajevo
RI President Stephanie Urchick visited Sarajevo, met the BiH Presidency and Rotarians, and shared an evening with clubs across the country.
Newborns Gifted Across BiH for Rotary’s 120th Anniversary
Rotary clubs in BiH presented gifts to 65 newborns in nine cities as part of the “Rotary Babies 2025” initiative marking 120 years of Rotary.
Rotary Sarajevo on Face TV morning show
Adnan Kovačević and Ena Jusufbegović shared the Rotary Club Sarajevo mission on Face TV's morning show.
Meeting with Passport Graz, RC Wien Stadtpark and partners
Passport Graz, RC Wien Stadtpark, RC Circo Massimo Roma, RC Delta and RC Zenica shared their projects and agreed on future collaboration.
Aid for Drin and Bakovići after floods in Fojnica
Our member and the Mali Princ association organized aid for Drin and Bakovići institutions after floods in Fojnica.
Scholarship agreements signed with 15 new students
We proudly signed agreements with 15 new scholarship recipients, continuing to support their growth throughout the school year.
Governor Erika Krenn-Neuwirth visits RC Sarajevo
We hosted District Governor Erika Krenn-Neuwirth and past governor Arno Kronhofer, welcomed new member Amar Jaganjac, and honored Haso Hubijar as he entered Rotary retirement.
Field report: visit to Drin institution after floods
RC Sarajevo members visited Drin after the floods; three homes were damaged, and long-term needs include repairs, heating support, and coal.
Grakop supports residents hit by floods
Grakop staff, led by our member Senad Sejdić, evacuated Fojnica residents with heavy machinery and are helping across BiH; Pomozi.ba opened donation line 17039.
Marija Sinanović talk on reinvention and XQ
Marija Sinanović from Yellow Brick spoke on reinvention and XQ, using Titanic metaphors to highlight adaptability in crises.
Visit to Rotary Club Salzburg Altstadt
Our member Mirza Atić visited RC Salzburg Altstadt, exchanged ideas with president Dr. Richard Krausler, and planned future projects while exchanging banners.
New president 2024/2025: Adnan Kovačević
Announcing Adnan Kovačević as president for 2024/2025; his leadership and vision promise exciting years for the club.
Sarajevo hosts District 1910 Conference
For the first time, the District 1910 Conference was held in Sarajevo, gathering 140 clubs and 500+ participants, featuring RC Cazin’s charter and the “Rotary for Art” concert.
Hosting friends from Rotary Club Wien Süd
We hosted 40+ members of RC Wien Süd in Sarajevo, pinned new members, and presented Saldin Herc with the Paul Harris Fellow medal.
World Rotary Day marked by gifting newborns in Sarajevo
For Rotary’s 119th anniversary we visited Sarajevo maternity wards at General Hospital "Abdulah Nakaš" and KCUS, gifting babies born on Feb 23 and supporting natality with all Sarajevo clubs.
Handover ceremony and new members
We joyfully handed over duties to Emir Arslanagić and welcomed Dr. Edin Buljugić and Damir Neimarlija, joined by Rotaract Sarajevo and RC Delta.
Hosting Rotarians from Vienna clubs
Together with RC Delta we hosted Rotarians from four Vienna clubs: Wien-Albertina, Wien-Franz-Schubert, Wien-Thalia, and Wien-Stadtpark.
Visit of Croatian clubs and project showcases
Three Croatian clubs and our friends from RC Ilidža shared projects on helping children, plastic-free water, and the Yachting Fellowship—who’s joining us in beautiful Split?
Supporting the Association’s laundry in Goražde
Together with RC District 1950 from Gera we helped open a laundry for the Goražde Association for people with cerebral palsy and dystrophy, securing roughly 400,000 KM and an accessible van.
First working meeting after the summer break
After the summer break we held the first working meeting of the Rotary year; the energy and plans of president Saldin Herac promise a year full of projects, service, and fellowship.
President Saldin Herac at the district conference
President Saldin Herac, MBA represented our club at the district conference in Deutschlandsberg; the Rotary family gathered in person with sessions on vaccines (BioNTech), the region, Ukraine projects, and Bosnia/Herzegovina activities.
Charter of RC Novi Sad - Neoplant
Our member Suad Mahmic represented the club at the charter of Rotary Club Novi Sad - Neoplant alongside delegates from 28 clubs; it was great welcoming new Rotarians.
Veseraj Goražde: our new club project
Proud to present the “Veseraj Goražde” project led by our member Haso Hubijar; the City of Gera and Rotary International fund a laundry/dry-cleaning setup worth ~250,000 KM, and Rotary Club Ilidža is organizing a donated van.
Landmine clearing in Kazagići, Goražde
One of our projects: clearing landmines in Kazagići near Goražde (45,000 EUR); thanks to Haso Hubijar, Emina Beho, Peric, and Enisa Hodzic.
Ambassador Daniel Hunn visits the club
We hosted Switzerland’s ambassador to BiH, Daniel Hunn; we discussed Swiss society, economy, politics, future cooperation, and Rotary projects.
Working visit to RC Bihać
RC Sarajevo visited RC Bihać: grateful for the hospitality and confident in strong synergy; we hope to award a scholarship to an excellent young person in Bihać.
Visit from friends at RC Beşiktaş
With RC Beşiktaş we connected youth from Sarajevo and Istanbul, equipped the music room at Obala Gymnasium, signed a cooperation protocol, and planted a tree to kick off a 500,000-sapling reforestation drive.
Visit from Governor Leo Steiner
We hosted District 1910 Governor Leo Steiner and Assistant Governor Haris Bilalović; Rotary in BiH has a bright outlook and is in good hands for the coming years.
Working meeting: RC Bijeljina and RC Sarajevo
We held a working meeting with RC Bijeljina: discussed active projects, collaboration on river cleanup, and shared our “Rotary for Excellence” project; this year we’ll also fund a scholarship for a young talent in Bijeljina.
We opened the new Rotary year
We thanked President Senad Sejdić and the board for steering us through the covid year, kicked off with many ideas and plans, and welcomed 3 new prospective members.
Fellowship with RC Schwabach (Germany)
Wonderful fellowship with guests from RC Schwabach; thanks to Damir Vrdoljak for connecting us and we look forward to collaboration and new challenges ahead.
New president and start of Rotary year 2021/22
We thanked Senad Sejdić and the board for guiding us through the covid year; Benjamin Hedžić becomes president, Saldin Herac is secretary, and we start the new year with 3 new prospective members.
Thanking partners of the "Rotary for Excellence" project
We formally thanked partners who enabled scholarships for top Sarajevo Canton students: SONO Medical, Progresys, GRAKOP, Prostor, C-Servis, the Ministry of Education KS, District 1910, Admir Spahić, Haso Hubijar, and Zineta Sejdić.
Zenica’s first Rotary club celebrates three years
After mentoring by Suad Mahmić the first Rotary club in Zenica was founded; three years later we celebrated a successful Rotary year as sponsors and friends of the club.
Visit to the Swiss Embassy residence
RC Sarajevo visited the Swiss Embassy residence; with Ambassador Daniel Hunn and Harmony Project partners we enjoyed Swiss wines, cuisine, and planning new projects.
Visit from Rotary Directors and Harmony Project discussion
We hosted Rotary International Directors Katerina Kotsali and Urs Klemm plus Walter Gyger; we discussed Rotary updates and the 120,000 KM “Harmony Project - Inspire Positive Change.”
Benjamin Hedžić receives the “Avenues of Service” award
At the district conference for Austria/BiH, Benjamin Hedžić received Rotary International’s “Avenues of Service” award; we also thank Senad Sejdić for leading the club through the covid year.
One-day trip to Fojnica
Rotary Club Sarajevo enjoyed a lovely day in Fojnica, visiting Reumal and the Franciscan monastery whose museum holds treasures of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
First joint meeting with RC Istanbul Suadiye
We held a historic first working meeting between RC Sarajevo and RC Istanbul Suadiye; joint projects will support local communities and individuals.
Senad Sejdić on TVSA about projects
Club president (2020/21) Senad Sejdić appears on TVSA to discuss Rotary projects, ideas, and plans.
Gifting newborns on February 23
Together with RC Delta and RC Ilidža we gifted 23 babies at General Hospital Sarajevo for Rotary International Day; KCUS unfortunately declined the gifts.
Online conference of Rotary clubs in BiH
Rotary in BiH has 90+ years of tradition; at an online conference with Governor Peter Adler and team, clubs affirmed readiness for new humanitarian activities.
Winter fellowship on Jahorina
On Jahorina we met with Rotary friends from Serbia and Montenegro for a traditional winter gathering.
Rotary for Excellence: ZOOM meetup with scholarship candidates
At a ZOOM session, 40 outstanding high-school students—potential scholarship recipients—presented themselves for the “Rotary for Excellence” project.
First working meeting of the new Rotary year
Our first working meeting was extremely productive; plans for the coming period and education during covid were on the agenda.
Interact Charity Party
Our young Interact members organized a charity party on February 7th with the goal of raising funds to help vulnerable families and children
March 21, 2020 - 90th Anniversary of RC Sarajevo
Rotary Club Sarajevo celebrates 90 years since its founding and 20 years since its re-establishment
Friendly Visit
At the meeting on February 18, 2020, we hosted our friend Rajeev L. Wijesinghe, assistant governor of the Mississauga region in Canada.
Ismar Kovačević Fulfilled His Dream: American Schools Are Like in Movies, Just Without Separate Cliques
Americans often ask me where BiH is located. Many of them know about Edin Džeko, Džanana Musa, Jusuf Nurkić or Dubioza kolektiv, says the high school student
IAC Sarajevo Members at Interact Summercamp 2019
This week, IAC Sarajevo members participated in Interact Summercamp 2019.
Rotary Youth Exchange 2019-2020
Rotary Club Sarajevo is participating again this year in the international youth exchange project under the auspices of Rotary International.
Traditional "Rotary for Excellence" Concert on Saturday, March 30, 2019
Enjoy the performance of Carmen Suite for strings and percussion by the Sarajevo Philharmonic, under the conducting of maestro Samra Gulamović
Sixth "Rotary for Excellence" Concert Held
Performed by the Sarajevo Philharmonic, under the conducting of maestro Samra Gulamović, the concert was held on March 16, 2018 at the National Theater.
Sixth Rotary Concert for Excellence - March 16, 2018, National Theater
Rotary Club Sarajevo is organizing the sixth humanitarian concert called Rotary for Excellence which aims to raise funds for scholarships for talented and diligent students from Bosnia and Herzegovina. On Friday, March 16, 2018, at 8:00 PM at the National Theater Sarajevo, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the performance of the Sarajevo Philharmonic, under the conducting of maestro Samra Gulamović.
Interact Members Visited SOS Children's Village Kindergarten in Sarajevo
On October 25, 2017, a team of Interact members visited the SOS kindergarten in Sarajevo.
Third Rotary Canyon Event Held
Organized by RC Bihać, the 3rd Rotary Canyon event was held, attended by RC Sarajevo member friend Suad Mahmić.
Sporticus and RC Sarajevo Help Children from SOS Villages
Sporticus Medical Center and Rotary Club Sarajevo organized free foot and spine examinations for children from the SOS Children's Villages.
New Rotary Club Sarajevo - Ilidža Founded
The charter ceremony at Hotel Hills officially marked the start of Rotary Club Sarajevo - Ilidža.
Rotaract and RC Sarajevo Supported the Special Olympics
Rotaract Club Sarajevo and RC Sarajevo raised funds to send the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team to the Special Olympics in Graz.
Gathering at Chamber Theater 55
RC Sarajevo hosted friends from 12 Balkan clubs at a play in Chamber Theater 55.
Fifth "Rotary for Excellence" Concert Held
Bolero and Crvena jabuka performed at the charity concert in Dom mladih Skenderija.
Anniversary Marked for the Cerebral Palsy Association Goražde
The association celebrated its anniversary and showcased an EUR 85,000 project supported by Rotary Clubs Gera and Sarajevo.
Crvena Jabuka and Bolero at the "Concert for Excellence"
The fifth charity concert at Dom mladih brings the crowd together with hits by Crvena Jabuka and Bolero.
Rotary Clubs from BiH Visited Berlin
Representatives of RC Bihać and RC Sarajevo visited RC Berlin Funturm to discuss cooperation.
RCS Awarded Scholarships to High School Students 2016/2017
Rotary Club Sarajevo signed scholarship agreements with students from partner Sarajevo schools.
Lecture by the Austrian Ambassador
Ambassador Martin Pammer addressed RC Sarajevo members about the situation in BiH and joint projects.
Start of Classes for Youth Exchange Students
Second Gymnasium and RC Sarajevo ceremonially welcomed the Rotary Youth Exchange students.
Valuable Donation to Livno Maternity Ward
RC Sarajevo and RC Korneburg donated a delivery table and CTG device to the Cantonal Hospital in Livno.
Medical Equipment Delivered to Livno Hospital
RC Sarajevo and RC Korneuburg handed over an ultrasound device to Livno Hospital's obstetrics ward.
Rotary Gala Ball for the Special Olympics
The Rotary Gala Ball raises funds to send BiH athletes to the Special Winter Olympics in Graz.
Interact Club Sarajevo Gift Package Project
Interact Club Sarajevo delivered 66 gift packages to the "Vladimir Nazor" center with support from District 1910.
13th Traditional Rotary Tourist Train
RC Bihać is hosting the Rotary train through the emerald Una Valley on June 25, 2016.
Vedrana Stojić Concert Held
With RC Sarajevo's support, pianist Vedrana Stojić gave a solo concert at the Armed Forces Hall in Sarajevo.
Rotary Young Friends Scholarships
Applications are open for the University of Oslo International Summer School via the Rotary Young Friends program.
Benefit "Concert for Excellence" 2015 Held
Boško Jović, Vanja Radoja, and Mustafa Šantić performed at the concert raising funds for scholarships.
Rotary Foundation Supports Promising Students
Suad Mahmić discussed Rotary Foundation scholarships for talented students on the Novi dan TV program.
"Concert for Excellence" 2015: Enjoy Sevdah and Support Scholarships
Rotary Club Sarajevo invites you to the benefit concert at the Armed Forces Hall to fund talented students' scholarships.
RCS Again Awarded Scholarships to High School Students
Rotary Club Sarajevo signed scholarship agreements with 15 students from partner high schools for 2015/2016.
Governor Gerhard Hellmann Visit
Governor Gerhard Hellmann met RC Sarajevo, Interact, and Rotaract members to present his 2015/2016 plans.
RC Sarajevo Supported Rotary Canyon 2015
Rotary Canyon 2015 gathered hundreds celebrating the Una's beauty with support from RC Sarajevo.
Rotary Community Supports Special Olympics BiH
Rotaract, Rotary, and Interact Sarajevo hosted a charity gala to support Special Olympics BiH.
Workshop for People with Disabilities Opened in Goražde
RC Sarajevo and partners opened the renovated "Životna pomoć" workshop employing people with disabilities.
Apply to the International Summer School
Applications open for summer 2015 – intensive graduate and undergraduate courses taught in English.
Concert for Excellence 2014
The benefit concert marked 85 years of Rotary in Sarajevo and raised funds for scholarships.
Furniture Delivered to Families in Affected Areas
With District 1910 support, RC Sarajevo delivered furniture to families in Maglaj and Olovo.
Interact Charter 2014
Interact Club Sarajevo marks its first year and becomes an officially chartered club.
Miljacka Riverbed Cleanup
RC Sarajevo, Northampton RC, and Rotaract Sarajevo cleaned the Miljacka at Dariva with municipal partners.
Training Young Unemployed People for the Labor Market
RC Sarajevo and RC Torino East delivered a training program for 24 young people from Sarajevo Canton.
Concert of the Intercultural Youth Choir Visoko and Koblenz Choir
Over 600 attendees enjoyed Karl Jenkins's "The Armed Man – A Mass for Peace" at BKC Sarajevo.
Karl Jenkins: The Armed Man – A Mass for Peace
Intercultural Youth Choir Visoko, the Koblenz choir, and Bellarte orchestra will perform in Visoko and Sarajevo.
Guest from Sweden at RC Sarajevo Dinner
RC Stockholm-Kista President Vedran Arnautović visited RC Sarajevo and exchanged club banners.
Rotary – Lead – Peace Conference
Calling youth aged 17–25 to join the 2nd International Rotary Youth and Young Adults Peace Conference.
Trip to Bjelašnica
Rotaract and Interact Sarajevo spent a joint winter outing to build friendships and improve communication.
"Visiting Elderly and Frail People" Project
Interact Club Sarajevo, together with the Red Cross Center Municipality, visited two elderly ladies.
Ron Smith Begins Mission in Uganda
RC Sarajevo honorary member Ron Smith is launching a Uganda VTT mission focused on maternal and child health.
Visit to the RODA Association
RC Sarajevo representatives addressed participants of RODA's training cycle.
Sarajevo Feels Better Than Home
US students Sierra Hope Melton and Madison Kerry attend the First Gymnasium through a Rotary exchange.
Amira Medunjanin Concert
Rotary Club Sarajevo thanked donors with an Amira Medunjanin concert at the Armed Forces Hall BiH.
RCS Scholars for 2013/2014
The RCS committee selected five promising students from partner schools for 2013/2014 scholarships.
Ceremonial Welcome for Students from the USA
Three US students arrived through Rotary Youth Exchange and will attend the First Gymnasium and Music School.
February 2013 Scholarship Ceremony
Scholarships were awarded to Tarik Buza, Meliha Kovačević, and Albina Huskić at the Armed Forces Hall BiH.
Citizens and Modern Urban Forest Management
RC Sarajevo hosted the Forestry Faculty to discuss a regional urban-forest project in Southeast Europe.
Importance of Public Relations for RC Sarajevo
Nazif Hasanbegović highlighted to members how PR supports promoting Rotary's values.
Interdistrict Ski Gathering – Dinner in Sarajevo
RC Sarajevo hosted friends from the Jahorina 2012 interdistrict event for dinner and banner exchange.
Rotarians Sponsor Children Without Parents
RC Portorož member Tomislav Sumić visited RC Sarajevo and shared how his club supports children in BiH.
Banner Exchange with Clubs in the USA
Past president Haso Hubijar shared insights from visiting RC North Penn, Blue Bell, and Ambler.
Rotarians from Bihać Visited Visoko, Sarajevo, and Travnik
RC Sarajevo hosted Rotarian friends from Bihać and the region during a weekend tour of the pyramids, Sarajevo, and Travnik.
Visit from RC Jessheim Friend
A member of RC Jessheim (Norway) visited RC Sarajevo, exchanged banners, and discussed collaboration.
Opening of the Rotary Fountain in Sarajevo
RC Sarajevo marks Rotary's 100th anniversary by opening a fountain outside Centar Municipality on 25 Oct 2011.
Tavla – More Than a Game
Representatives of the Bosnian Tavla Federation presented the game's tradition and growth in BiH.
Three Demining Projects near Goražde Successfully Completed
Rotary Club Sarajevo and German partners completed the third demining project in Kazagići.
Svjetlana Vukmirović President of RC Sarajevo 2011/2012
RC Sarajevo marked the handover ceremony at the Bosniak Institute on June 28, 2011.
Youth Exchange Program Updates
Youth Exchange participants shared their plans at the RC Sarajevo meeting on June 14, 2011.
Guests from the USA and Germany
RC Sarajevo welcomed Owen Clary (RC Aiken, USA) and Aleksius Schubert (RC Dorfen, Germany).
Lecture: EU Integration and EU Funds
Goran Žeravčić delivered an interactive talk on EU processes and funding.
Hungarian Ambassador Visits RC Sarajevo
Ambassador Laszlo Toth attended the May 10, 2011 meeting and proposed hosting Rotarians at the Embassy.
Dinner on Ilidža with Friends from Austria
President Haso Hubijar introduced RC Sarajevo to visitors from RC Klosterneuburg, Korneuburg, and Peacekeepers Austria.
Lecture on Tourism Development Challenges in BiH
Prof. Almir Peštek spoke on April 19, 2011 about management, branding, and e-tourism in BiH.
RC Sarajevo Banner Placed in Honor
Mehmedalija Sijarić visited RC Chevy Chase Bethesda and exchanged banners with American Rotarians.
PETS/SETS Seminar 2011/2012 in Sarajevo
RC Sarajevo hosted the annual PETS/SETS training for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s incoming club leaders.
"Bridge to BiH" Strengthens Cooperation
Governor Barbara Kamler-Wild announced the "Bridge to BiH" initiative during her Sarajevo visit.
Visit from RC Dedinje Friend
On February 1, 2011, RC Sarajevo welcomed Đorđe Alempijević from RC Dedinje (Belgrade).
Slovenian Ambassador at RC Sarajevo Meeting
H.E. Andrej Grasselli spoke on December 7, 2010 about Bosnia–Slovenia relations.
Fellowship with RC Karlovac Dubovac Friends
Members of RC Karlovac Dubovac visited Sarajevo on Nov 6, 2010 for a joint dinner and fellowship.
Visit from RC Zagreb Zrinjevac Friend
Mirjana Hrga of RC Zagreb Zrinjevac visited RC Sarajevo, presented her club, and exchanged banners.
Visit from RC Biella, Italy
Venanzio Thedy of RC Biella visited RC Sarajevo, presented his club, and discussed cooperation.