Bosnia and Herzegovina
East Herzegovina
Tvoja zajednica,
naša budućnost
East Herzegovina, located in south-eastern Bosnia and Herzegovina, centers around Trebinje and includes six municipalities: Nevesinje, Gacko, Bileća, Berkovići, Kalinovik, Ljubinje, and Istočni Mostar.
The region comprises two distinct areas: Lower Herzegovina, which has an altitude below 500 metres and a Mediterranean climate; and Upper Herzegovina, which is mountainous, has an altitude above 500 metres, and is characterised by short, hot summers and long, cold winters.
Overcoming Obstacles:
Key Challenges in Transitioning to the SMART ERA
- East Herzegovina, centered around Trebinje, is experiencing depopulation
- Rural areas surrounding Trebinje, comprising six small municipalities, often go unnoticed by tourists despite their authentic rural communities and rich traditions
- Capacity building and support are needed to unlock the region’s creative potential, especially for small producers, who are predominantly women
- Small producers lack the ability to leverage digital technologies, which could enhance their competitiveness and visibility
- Sustainable mobility initiatives are also essential in providing efficient transport solutions
Targets
Tourism, Young women entrepreneurship
Who will be a part of the change?
Local farmers engaged in rural tourism, young designers and IT experts, women | 20-30% of the total resident population
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