The city of Mostar in Herzegovina is where our work began 30 years ago. The iconic old bridge (‘Stari Most’ in local language), which was destroyed in the war in 1993 gave inspiration for the name of our organisation….Novi Most, meaning new bridge.
So for the last 30 years Novi Most has been making ‘new bridges’ in Mostar; Bridges between divided ethnic groups, bridges between cultures, bridges between people and God.
Through various activities including sports, music, crafts, education, camps etc Novi Most has connected with thousands of young people in Mostar over the years. And that work continues to this day.
We currently run weekly activities in our youth centre which range from cooking, creativity and games to Royal Rangers, a Christian programme similar to Scouts, where young people can develop practical skills, explore nature, meet new people and engage in discussion about a variety of topics.
Novi Most also works closely with the local Evangelical Churches in the city, helping with their youth and children ministries
Role: Intern / YOUTH WORKER
Location: Mostar
Studying: Physiotherapy
Why did you join Novi Most?: To work alongside young people in my church and town.
Whats the best part of your job? To work with and learn from others who have years of experience working with young people.
If you could be any superhero who would you be? Kim possible, because she fights for good
Role: YOUTH WORKER / ADMIN / AMAZING
When did you join Novi Most? 2007
Location: Mostar
Favourite Food: Potatoes
Hobbies: Chatting with friends
Whats the best part of your job? Spending time with young people, seeing them grow, and being a person they can come to for help and advice.
Whats is your best memory working with Novi Most? Doing summer festivals in mostar where we brought together young people from both sides of the town. At first they were apprehensive but they soon saw that they had a lot in common and made new friendships..
Favourite Scripture? Jer 29:11
Role: TEAM LEADER/ YOUTH WORKER
Location: Čapljina
When did you join Novi Most? 2010
Favourite Food: Black Squid Risotto
Hobbies: Riding my motorbike, snowboarding, playing football, running, drinking coffee with friends.
Whats the best part of your job? Spending time with young people and sharing with them my enthusiasm for different activities.
Whats is your best memory working with Novi Most? There are so many to choose from! Camps, running fun activities in the middle of town, celebrating 20 years of Novi Most in Mostar.
Favourite Scripture? Matt 28:19