The Association of Concentration Camp Torture Survivors, Canton Sarajevo

The Association of Concentration Camp Torture Survivors of Canton Sarajevo, a non-governmental organization (NGO) was established in 1996. Consisting of nine municipal associations and 6000 survivors, 5000 men and 1000 women, association members are Muslim, Croat, Serb and Roma. These highly vulnerable, low income survivors suffered inconceivable torture and extreme violations of human rights during detention in concentration camps. The association has three main tasks: • educate society about the violence and torture committed against humanity in the concentration and detention camps • assist members in creating a viable living environment • assist members in acquiring psychological and physical resources Our organization employees 3 people, all of them were victims of torture during the detention in the concentration camp. The main sources of funding: 1.Ministry for War Veterans'Affairs, Canton Sarajevo 2.United Nations Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture 3.The Society for Threatened Peoples International, Germany ASSOCIATION POJECTS  Computer School – Basic and Advanced computer training on Microsoft Office and Windows.  English School – Classes for all levels of language.  Sewing Classes – Classes of basic and advanced for garment construction, use of sewing equipment including sewing machine and construction of household items.  Nature Empowerment Program – One week program for members to learn strategies for healing and relaxation. 