Students from the University of Banja Luka attending the Peace Declaration signing event in Sarajevo, representing the Across European Cross-Border University and promoting cross-border collaboration
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Students of Across Alliance were present at the Students’ peace declaration signed in Sarajevo

Students from Across – European Cross-Border University took part in the Peace Declaration ceremony held on September 17th in Sarajevo. They joined peers from over 100 European universities to affirm a shared commitment to peace and cooperation.
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🌍 On September 17th, the Students’ peace declaration was signed i Sarajevo at a ceremony hosted by the University of Sarajevo in partnership with the EUPeace – European University Alliance.

Representing the Across Alliance, students from the University of Banja Luka, Dunja Babić and Teodora Pajić, joined student representatives from over 100 European universities at the Parliamentary Assembly of Bosnia and Herzegovina to send a powerful message:
“Peace is our responsibility and a guarantee for a better future.”

The ceremony featured inspiring speeches from:
🔹 Elmedin Konaković, Minister of Foreign Affairs
🔹 Tarik Zaimović, Rector of the University of Sarajevo
🔹 Evelyn Korn, Chair of the EUPeace Governing Board
🔹 Sibel Alara Tasa, President of the EUPeace Student Council
🔹 Imran Pašalić, President of the Student Parliament of the University of Sarajevo

By signing the Declaration, participants committed to promoting peace, justice, and inclusive societies. The event concluded with a symbolic tram ride through the streets of Sarajevo — a reminder of the city’s resilience and hope.

Learn more on EUPeace website