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Zivinice, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Located in the Tuzla canton, Zivinice is renowned for its large number of monumental medieval tombstones and necropolises, which represent one of the most interesting and significant
phenomena in the culture and history of medieval Bosnia and Herzegovina.
groups
City population
57,917
person
Member since
2019
Vision
Zivinice has adopted an integrated development strategy that aligns with the general goals of the UNESCO GNLC. For example, it has established a Centre for Business that provides support to young people to develop their entrepreneurial ideas and goals. It has also established a Department for Social Inclusion and a Commission for Gender Equality. The main goal of these bodies is to establish a system that will create a long-lasting self-sustainable environment. The overall aim is to provide a better environment for all of Zivince’s citizens.
Policies, plan and implementation
Sustainability and health
The city works collaboratively with the Centre for Social Work to introduce new users to the health system. In this way,
people who did not have access to healthcare in the
past are socially included. The city’s goal is to integrate the subject of health into its long-term goals and plans.
Equity and inclusion
Zivinice formed two commissions, one for social
protection, care and inclusion, and the other for gender
equality. These commissions work collaboratively with the
city administration, the education system, citizens, and
NGOs, to promote equity and inclusion. The Social Protection
Commission reports to the City Council on a yearly basis.
Decent work and entrepreneurship
Zivinice is committed to supporting entrepreneurs and
creating a better business environment – a goal included in
the city’s development strategy. Zivinice was recognised as a city with a business-friendly environment in 2021 by meeting
the criteria of the Certification Programme of Cities and
Municipalities with Favourable Business Environment in Southeast Europe.
Good practices
Improving the business environment and skilled labour force
Zivinice established a local partnership with representatives of
ministries, local agencies, city administrators, the employment bureau, and the private sector to provide schools with high quality equipment. This equipment is necessary for the practical education of high school students who will enter the labour market. The results of this initiative included a more productive labour force, increased satisfaction in the private sector, and increased economic growth.