Workshops of the Metropol Cooperative

The cycle of workshops on the topic of greater self-sustainability of CSOs, which was carried out by SRZ METROPOLA, continued. The following workshops were held:
1. Strengthening the managerial entrepreneurial and business competencies of social enterprises, part II
2. Training of workers in a disadvantageous position in the DP
We would like to highlight the topics of the workshops
– Funding of entrepreneurial programs of the social cooperative with EU funds, loans and other sources of financing
– Business communication and negotiation in a social cooperative
– it is a presentation of the business concept of Social Enterprises and the advantages and disadvantages of this type of operation

conference 9. knowledge center

In organization 9. Knowledge Center for Social Development on Friday 15. December 2023. A conference entitled "Croatian veterans and victims of the Homeland War - Experiences from the past in the service of the present and future" was held in the Academia Hotel in Zagreb, which covered three thematic areas. The coordinator opened the conference and presented its goals 9. Center of knowledge Sandra Rapčak Škomrlj. At the conference, along with representatives of veterans' and victims' associations involved in 9. Knowledge centers were also attended by representatives of the Ministry of Croatian Veterans, Zagreb, Croatian Red Cross and 8. knowledge center. Through several presentations and presentations from the perspective of veterans' and victims' associations, then the institution and through quality discussions, experiences are included, the results, challenges and reflections on the role of defenders ,victims and institutions in the past, of the present but also of the future through the creation of institutional and non-institutional frameworks in the area of ​​exercising rights, resocialization, strengthening the quality of life of Croatian veterans and victims and their contribution to society as a whole in various areas. Through presentations and discussions in the first part of the conference, the link between the experiences and challenges of Croatian veterans was highlighted, victims of the Homeland War and the institutions of the Republic of Croatia in the field of care and resocialization with the current situation related to Ukraine and the assistance that the Republic of Croatia provides to Ukrainian veterans and victims through the institutions and programs of associations. Experiences and observations from the perspective of veterans' and victims' associations were presented by Ljiljana Alvir, deputy coordinator 9. knowledge center, and they are active in through examples, views and experiences were included by the president of ZUV HGP Siniša Troha, Valentino Rajković from HVIDR and other representatives of veterans' and victims' associations. Marijana Tkalec, the head of the Department for the care of Croatian veterans from the Homeland War and the preservation of the values ​​of the Homeland War presented the activities and programs implemented by the Ministry of Croatian Veterans within the legal framework, veterans centers, project financing, programs and activities of associations, veterans' cooperatives and other forms of active action in the area of ​​strengthening the quality of life of Croatian veterans and victims of the Homeland War, but also active support for victims from Ukraine who reside in the Republic of Croatia. Vesna Krivošić, the head of the National Tracing Service of the Croatian Red Cross presented the mandate to the conference participants, role, involvement and achievements and challenges of the Croatian Red Cross as well as the International Red Cross and Crescent, in active participation in solving humanitarian issues related to the Homeland War and after it, as well as through the context of wars and humanitarian crises in other areas. Martina Gusić and Milena Suknaić gave support to the conference and the activities carried out by veterans' and victims' associations in front of the office responsible for veterans of the City of Zagreb.. In the second part of the conference focused on the multi-program connection of Knowledge Centers, Ratmir Džanić presented his work, impact, experiences and challenges faced 8. Center of knowledge in its field of activity with special emphasis on inclusive transport of people with disabilities, which is also relevant for victims of the Homeland War. He also presented digital solutions for people with disabilities. Through the third part of the conference, which was dedicated to the discussion on the inclusion and contribution of organized civil society in the creation of inclusive and solidarity, digital and green and sustainable Croatia, the Analysis of the National Development Strategy of the Republic of Croatia was presented 2030. The, and which is in the name 9. Knowledge Center presented by Danijela Perić. Presentations and short films "Resocialization of war veterans and exchange of experiences" prepared by the Defense Cooperative for Adventure Tourism "Patriot" attracted special attention at the conference., and presented by Sandra Rapčak Škomrlj; The "Boranka" project, which was presented by Dan Špicer from the Croatian Scout Association as a partner of the Association of Croatian Homeland War Volunteers, and a video work by the Ministry of Croatian Veterans on rehabilitation in veteran centers. The participants showed great interest in the presentation of Nenad Andrašek from UHDDR entitled Digital transformation "Application of the POM-PRO software solution" and expressed a desire to connect and cooperate on the development of similar programs. Through the aforementioned presentation, the program in the area of ​​digitization applied by the aforementioned association was presented, and which other civil society organizations could also apply in their work.
Through the presentations and discussions, the conclusions of the conference emerged:
By participating in the defense against aggression against the Republic of Croatia and the liberation of the occupied territories in the Homeland War, Croatian veterans are the foundation of a free, of the independent and sovereign Republic of Croatia, its institutions and legislative frameworks that enabled the free operation and development of civil society in the Republic of Croatia.
Croatian veterans and victims of the Homeland War, in addition to a great contribution to solving the consequences of the aggression against the Republic of Croatia, made and continue to make an immeasurable contribution to solving the consequences of floods, shakes, pandemic and other challenges faced by the entire Croatian society and thus showed solidarity towards the social community in which they live and work. Croatian veterans and victims of the Homeland War, through involvement in all segments of society, make a great contribution to the stability and development of the Republic of Croatia, its prosperity and reputation in the environment in which it is located as well as in the associations in which it is involved, with an emphasis on EU membership. Despite the challenges they face and the still unresolved issues that are the result of participation and suffering in the Homeland War,  veterans and victims of the Homeland War gained experience, apply knowledge and skills for the benefit of the wider community and transfer the same within the Republic of Croatia, but also beyond its borders, as a professional, solidarity and responsible attitude towards others. Croatian veterans and victims of the Homeland War, through organized activities within civil society, contribute to the development and strengthening of the role of civil society in the area of ​​strengthening the quality of life, resocialization, monitoring and strengthening of public policies, inclusive and solidarity development, digital and green and sustainable Croatia through the National Development Strategy of the Republic of Croatia until 2030. The. Croatian veterans and victims of the Homeland War will through the strengthening of cooperation and partnership relations within the framework of organized civil society, with an emphasis on the area in which civil society organizations that gather users also operate, continue to contribute to institutional and non-institutional solutions to challenges related to the consequences of the Homeland War and actively participate in green development, digital, solidary and sustainable Republic of Croatia and creating assumptions for systematic inclusion and applying and transferring the acquired experience, knowledge and skills for the benefit of the entire community, but also outside the framework of the Republic of Croatia. The conference was held with the financial support of the National Foundation for the Development of Civil Society through the Development Cooperation Agreement in the area of ​​Knowledge Centers for Social Development.

NZRCD lecture series

Our employees are in the period of 27. September to 20. December 2023. participated in a cycle of workshops organized by the National Foundation for the Development of Civil Society. It was about the total 25 workshop with topics important for project activities of CSOs, and all for the purpose of transferring acquired knowledge to member associations. The topics of the lectures were as follows:
– types and acceptability of costs incurred in ESF+ projects and the method of proving them
– criteria and the process of assessing the acceptability of project proposals
– legal effects of the contract on the allocation of funds in the ESF+
– Payroll; calculation of other income. Calculation of the travel order
– Law on financial operations and accounting of non-profit organizations;
– Register of non-profit organizations (RNO)
– Visibility in the context of EU funds
– Evidence documentation and microdata in ESF
– Conflict of interest and irregularities in the ESF
– Frauds in EU funding; Circumstances that cannot be predicted
– Creation of reports (national funding)
– Implementation of supports; Avoiding conflicts of interest; Activity visibility (Hotel Dubrovnik)
– Legal/Institutional frameworks of ESI funds
– Financing possibilities in the new financial period (PULJP);
– Simplified cost options
– Application for invitations - How to apply a quality project
– Implementation of project activities
– Procurement procedures (NOIN)
– Acceptable activities
– Acceptability of costs
– Labor legislation; contract, work and deed, work from home (online)
– Corrections; unacceptable costs
– Complaint system
– Possibilities of national financing; application to national tenders
– Responsibility of the project manager
– Preparation of ZNS
– Economic activities of associations; Law on psychological activity
– Law on Free Legal Aid; Law on providing services in tourism

A cycle of workshops aimed at supporting veterans treated for PTSD and their family members

In cooperation with the Croatian Association for Suicide Prevention (WHOOPS), and thanks to the support of the Ministry of Croatian Veterans and the National Foundation for the Development of Civil Society, a cycle of a total of 7 workshop providing psychological support to Croatian veterans treated for PTSD and their family members. The workshops were held in Čačinci, Virovitici, Garešnica and Zagreb, and the topics of the workshops were as follows:
– Overcoming stigma and discrimination
– Posttraumatic growth
– The importance of maintaining mental health
– There is no health without mental health
– Support for families - How to provide support for people struggling with mental disorders
– Stres i PTSP
– The importance of socialization in dealing with PTSD
We are glad that it was possible to continue cooperation with dr. Koić and we look forward to further joint work for the benefit of all Croatian veterans and their family members, and especially those treated for PTSD.

Departure to Vukovar on the occasion of the anniversary of the martyrdom at Ovčara

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Organized pilgrimage to Medjugorje

At the beginning of November, as part of the project Psychological empowerment of veterans treated for PTSD and their family members, a spiritual renewal of members of the Community was held. A pilgrimage to Medjugorje was organized and we are glad that the turnout of the participants was already traditionally high and that a place higher up on the bus was once again sought after.. This is an indication that Croatian veterans and their family members are very eager for such activities.

20 year of weaving support from the National Foundation

She is a representative of the Community 6. participated in the celebration in November 20. anniversary of the National Foundation for the Development of Civil Society. Numerous guests greeted the present guests, after which the film "People for the People" with testimonies was shown 20 people who have been changed for the better by civil society organizations thanks to the National Foundation for the Development of Civil Society. Representatives of the National Foundation presented the work of the National Foundation and its contribution to the development of civil society in the Republic of Croatia.

Digital tools in everyday communication

As part of the cooperation between the member associations of the Centers of Knowledge 6. November 2023. the representative of GONG Mr. Matej Mikašinović-Komšo conducted the workshop "Digital tools in everyday communication" and introduced our members to the advantage of using Google digital tools and familiarized them more closely with Gong's two digital tools Parlametar - a tool that facilitates the monitoring of the work of the Croatian Parliament by means of vote analysis and transcripts of parliamentary speeches. We have pravoznati - a platform that allows us to ask questions and seek answers from the Government and the public sector in a simple way.

19. Sports competition ZUHBL PTSP RH

In the period from 06. do 08. November 2023. In 2008, the Sports Competition of the Association of Associations of Croatian Veterans Treated for PTSD of the Republic of Croatia was held. As always, the competition took place in chess disciplines, table tennis, archery and darts. This year, a member of the UHBL PTSP Sisak-Moslavina County was a surprise, which almost managed to take over the portable cup for many years overall winners of UHBL PTSP Zagreb County. 
The order of the competition is as follows:
CHESS: 1. UHBL PTSD of Sisak-Moslavina County; 2. UHBL PTSD Zagreb County; 3. UHBL PTSD of Koprivnica - Križevci County "St. Marko Križevčanin "
The best chess player - Ilija Josipović - UHBL PTSP Sisak - Moslavina County
Table tennis: 1. UHBL PTSD Zagreb County; 2. UHBL PTSD Vukovar - Srijem; 3. UHBL PTSD of Koprivnica - Križevci County "St. Marko Križevčanin "
The best table tennis player - Zlatko Janković UHBL PTSP Vukovar - Srijem County
SHOOTING: 1. UHBL PTSD of Sisak-Moslavina County; 2. UHBL PTSD Vukovar - Srijem; 3. UHBL PTSD of Međimurje County
Best scorer – Tihomir Ilijević UHBL PTSP Sisak-Moslavina County
DART: 1. UHBL PTSD Zagreb County; 2. UHBL PTSD of Koprivnica - Križevci County "St. Marko Križevčanin "; 3. UHBL PTSD Vukovar - Srijem
The best darts player – Tihomir Ptičar – UHBL PTSP Zagreb County
Thank you to all the competitors and we are already looking forward to the next 20th Sports Competition ZUHBL PTSP RH
More photos coming soon…

Celebrating the day of the city of Dubrovnik and Dubrovnik veterans

At the invitation of the member association UHBL-PTSP "Sveti Vlaho" Dubrovnik Dubrovnik-Neretva County, the representative office of ZUHBLPTSPRH participated 5. i 6. November 2023. in Dubrovnik on the program to commemorate the heaviest attack on Dubrovnik and the Day of Defenders of Dubrovnik. With the delegations of the Government of the Republic of Croatia, Ministries of Croatian veterans, representatives of the city authorities and associations resulting from the Homeland War laid wreaths and lit candles on the monuments of fallen Croatian veterans at the City Cemetery in Dubrovnik, Boninovo and Tvrđa.