The Network for European Policies – MASTER successfully conducted the three-day training “Intercultural Guide,” held from November 24 to 26 at Hotel Monte Casa in Petrovac. The training was organized as part of the project “Step Towards Others – Intercultural Montenegro” and brought together youth service administrators from various municipalities across Montenegro, as well as young activists, with the aim of strengthening their competencies in interculturalism, dialogue, and youth work.
During the three days of intensive and interactive programming, participants engaged with key topics essential for building open, inclusive, and connected communities.
On the first day, the focus was on “What is interculturalism and why is it important?” Through the “Intercultural Laboratory” exercise, participants, guided by the esteemed lecturer Andrijana Radović, explored how different identities and perspectives contribute to social cohesion.
The second day focused on communication and understanding, through the themes “The Power of Language and Narratives” and “Building Dialogue and Empathy.” Through a series of workshops led by the respected trainer Lidija Brnović, participants developed skills in active listening, nonviolent communication, and recognizing narratives that foster mutual understanding in multicultural environments.
The third day of the training was dedicated to practical work. Participants designed intercultural initiatives that they can implement in their local communities. The program concluded with a short film screening and a joint reflection session, where participants discussed prejudice, understanding, and building trust.
The training was delivered through non-formal education methods, including group work, simulations, role-playing, experiential exercises, and discussions, which contributed to active participant engagement and a meaningful exchange of experiences. The atmosphere throughout the three days was open, motivating, and constructive, with participants demonstrating a strong willingness to apply the knowledge gained in their communities.
We believe that every community becomes stronger when it fosters mutual respect, understanding, and openness. Young people are key carriers of these values, and youth service administrators are their most important support. That is why we continue to build spaces where diversity is celebrated and dialogue becomes a bridge that connects people. Only together can we create a society in which everyone feels seen, respected, and included.
The project “Step Towards Others – Intercultural Montenegro” is supported by the Ministry of Human and Minority Rights and the Directorate for Interculturalism, within the call “Montenegro – A Country of Interculture: Interculturalism for Social Cohesion and an Inclusive Society.”
