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Bosnia and Herzegovina: Missing persons and peacebuilding: The role of families of the missing
By International Committee of the Red Cross at ReliefWeb
· June 10, 2026
· 1 min read
Countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cyprus, Nepal . The present report presents the findings of research conducted with families of missing persons in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cyprus and Nepal to examine their role in fostering peace. Qualitative interviews were carried out with families of the missin
Key takeaway The present report presents the findings of research conducted with families of missing persons in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cyprus and Nepal to examine their role in fostering peace.
Why this matters
The research conducted with families of missing persons in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cyprus, and Nepal highlights the critical role these families can play in promoting peace and reconciliation. By sharing their experiences and perspectives, families of the missing can help reshape dominant narratives and foster empathy among different communities. This is particularly significant in countries like Bosnia and Herzegovina, where the legacy of conflict continues to impact social cohesion. The findings suggest that families of the missing are not just passive victims, but rather active agents who can contribute to building lasting peace. As humanitarian organizations and faith-based groups work to support disaster relief and recovery efforts in these countries, they would do well to engage with families of the missing and support their efforts to promote peace and reconciliation. By doing so, they can help create a more sustainable and inclusive peacebuilding process.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 10, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cyprus, Nepal . The present report presents the findings of research conducted with families of missing persons in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cyprus and Nepal to examine their role in fostering peace. Qualitative interviews were carried out with families of the missin
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