Stories From Bosnia-Herzegovina

Protecting Young Women From Human Traffickers

In war-torn parts of Eastern Europe, CRS gives young women information and career alternatives to help them from falling prey to human traffickers. »»

Perseverance Means New Home for Bosnian Family

Displaced by Bosnia's war, a woman and her children start over with help from CRS. »»

Former Bosnian Refugee Stitches A Brighter Future

Near Sarajevo and elsewhere in Bosnia, women impoverished by war learn marketable skills like sewing. »»

The Year in Photos: A Look Back at 2008

It's been a year of great milestones in helping the world's poor. Our donors make our work possible, often from the wooden pews of their parishes. »»

Bosnia Cheese Shop Thwarts Human Trafficking

A CRS beneficiary uses her cheese shop's success to help vulnerable women. »»

In Bosnia, Home Is Where the Heart Is

Years after their homes were destroyed, survivors of Bosnia's war are getting a fresh start. »»

Peacebuilding: Healing the Wounds of War

By bringing sides together, CRS helps groups in conflict break the cycle of war and poverty. »»

CRS Food Experts Warn of Impending 'Cascade of Hunger'

A worldwide food crisis prompts leaders to seek solutions in the hopes of averting famine, discontent and violence. »»

What Is Dayton?

Sarajevan, Mira Mehmedovic, reflects on the nightmare of war and a decade of peace. »»

Meet CRS Program Manager Sanda Beljak

Over the years Sanda Beljak has worked her way up from her role as an administrative assistant to become a vital program manager for CRS Bosnia. »»

Mikra - Microcredit for Women

With the help of the MIKRA microfinance project, women like Stoja feel secure about their ability to provide for their futures. »»