As part of MASTER’s project “Harmony in Diversity – Our Montenegro,” a podcast series “Voices of Diversity” was produced, representing the core narrative component of the project. It was designed with the aim of authentically presenting the experiences, identities, and challenges of members of minority groups and other minority national communities in Montenegro.
Through personal stories, open dialogue, and an educational approach, the series contributed to breaking down stereotypes, empowering the voices of minority communities, and raising awareness among the broader public about the richness and importance of cultural diversity in contemporary Montenegrin society.
The series included six thematic episodes, each dedicated to one minority community present in Montenegro. Through conversations with activists, artists, academics, community representatives, and decision-makers, listeners and viewers had the opportunity to learn about the specifics of cultural heritage, traditions, language, and customs, as well as the everyday challenges faced by members of minority communities.
A special focus was also placed on examples of good practice and successful intercultural cooperation, offering a constructive and encouraging narrative – one that focuses not only on problems but also on the potentials, contributions, and active role of minority communities in the social, cultural, and public life of Montenegro.
Guests on the podcast included:
● Emir Pilav, political scientist and civic activist
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sxLpadbxLY – „Zašto je put teži?“
● Šukrija Žuti Serhatlić, musician and performer of Montenegrin traditional music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVN5zc6gpf4 – „Nikad se nisam osjećao kao manjina u CG“
● Amer Ramusović, journalist, publicist, and editor of the magazine Komun@
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GZzpAGidQs – Od terena do kulture – Glasovi jednog vremena
● Šejla Pepić, activist, social worker, and member of the NGO Sistem
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4r8CxB9ta0 – Identitet iza predrasuda
● Kristina Gojčaj, civic activist
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGstuQR6WZU – Između onoga što jesam i što se očekuje
● Radović Katarina and Vuković Milutin, Representatives of MASTER who spoke about MASTER’s projects and its active work in the field of human rights.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMgAUQLZMNIstima – Mlade perspektive – Odraz zajednice
The podcast was hosted by the esteemed Safeta Ljuca.
The series “Voices of Diversity” demonstrated that dialogue has the power to connect, educate, and change perceptions. Through honest conversations and the exchange of experiences, the podcast confirmed that diversity is not only a value to be preserved but also a foundation on which an inclusive, supportive, and democratic society is built. Because only when all voices are heard – society becomes whole.
The podcast is an activity within the project “Harmony in Diversity – Our Montenegro,” supported by the Ministry of Human and Minority Rights through the call “Integration with Identity.”