Welcoming the Next Generation of Changemakers: 27 New Junior Scholars Join BH Futures Foundation
A New Generation Begins Their Journey with BHFF
We are proud to welcome 27 new Junior Scholars to the BH Futures Foundation Incubation Program.
Over two days of onboarding, our newest scholars had the opportunity to meet one another, learn more about the Foundation, connect with members of our teams, and take their first steps into the BHFF community. The onboarding was designed not only to introduce them to the Foundation's structure and opportunities, but also to encourage collaboration, reflection, and a strong sense of community from day one.
Two Days of Learning, Connection, and Collaboration
The first day began with an opportunity for the scholars to get to know one another and build the foundations for the community they will be part of throughout their journey.
We started by exploring their expectations, motivations, and goals for joining the program. This gave everyone a chance to share what they hope to learn, contribute, and achieve during their time with BHFF.
The scholars then learned more about BHFF's structure, mission, and teams. Members of the Executive Leadership Team introduced the different teams within the Foundation and shared more about the work they do, the projects they lead, and the ways Junior Scholars can get involved.
After lunch, the scholars took part in a Human Potential workshop, focusing on personal development and the skills and qualities that can support their growth throughout the program.
This was followed by a Mentoring workshop, where they explored the importance of mentorship, meaningful professional relationships, and making the most of the guidance and connections available through the Foundation.
The afternoon continued with a series of Events Team workshops, giving scholars an insight into the work behind BHFF events and the importance of planning, communication, collaboration, and teamwork when bringing people together.
The first day concluded with free time, giving the scholars an opportunity to continue conversations, get to know one another better, and strengthen the connections they had started building throughout the day.
Building Stronger Teams
The second day began with a workshop focused on volunteering through teamwork.
The session explored how individual strengths can contribute to a shared goal and highlighted the importance of communication, responsibility, and collaboration when working as part of a team.
The morning continued with another Events Team workshop, allowing the scholars to further explore event planning and the practical responsibilities involved in supporting BHFF activities.
After two full days of sessions, workshops, conversations, and team activities, the onboarding concluded with a shared lunch and a final opportunity for the new scholars to connect before heading home.
Meet Our 27 New Junior Scholars
We are excited to welcome:
Ajna Sokolović, Amina Prazina, Anida Muminović, Asja Brčaninović, Bakir Turković, Berina Juković, Dani Bilić, Danin Alić, Emina Jupić, Ena Mehmedagić, Faris Burić, Faris Čustović, Hamza Hubanić, Hanifa Ujkanović, Harun Ibrica, Hedija Šišić, Iman Demirović, Iman Huseinspahić, Irma Galijašević, Lamija Halilović, Lejla Brkanić, Muhamed Matar, Nadija Džolota, Salih Dedić, Sara Trako, Šejma Doglod, and Sumeja Huskić.
Each of them brings their own experiences, interests, ideas, and ambitions, and we look forward to seeing how they will contribute to the Foundation and to the wider BHFF community.
The Journey Starts Now
Joining the Incubation Program is about more than attending workshops or becoming part of a team. It is an opportunity to learn by doing, build meaningful relationships, develop new skills, and contribute to something bigger than yourself.
Over the months ahead, our Junior Scholars will have the opportunity to work alongside fellow scholars, mentors, alumni, staff, and members of the wider BHFF community. They will take on new responsibilities, participate in projects, discover areas they are passionate about, and grow both personally and professionally.
We are excited to watch this new generation find their place within the Foundation, challenge themselves, support one another, and turn their ideas into action.
Thank You to Our Selection Committee
Welcoming a new generation of scholars would not be possible without the time, experience, and dedication of the people who helped make the selection process possible.
We extend our sincere thanks to this year's Selection Committee for reviewing applications, participating in the selection process, and helping identify the students who will become part of the BHFF Incubation Program.
The Selection Committee for the Incubation Program: Adnan Ferhatović, Amina Bajramović, Anida Mumić, Ena Džemila, Farah Zeba, Goran Barbir, Haris Lizde, Lamija Imamović, Lejla Hrustemović, Martina Egedušević, Merisa Nisić, Momčilo Amović, Namik Hrle, Nataša Kusmuk-Duus, Nermina Brljak, Samir Mahmić, Serdžan Arnautović, Vladimir Mijić, Zlata Jašarević, and Melvisa Kovač.
Their contribution helped ensure a thoughtful and thorough selection process, and we are grateful for the time and care they invested in welcoming this new generation of scholars.
Welcome to BH Futures Foundation, 27 new Junior Scholars.
Your journey starts here. We are looking forward to seeing where it takes you.