24.12.2008

The Foundation La Strada held two-day training for the representatives of the Ministry of Security BiH on the topic “Strengthening of the State Security Forces in the Area of Combating Trafficking in Persons (Hidden Indicators)” on 22-23 December 2008.
During the training following topics were presented:

Hajrija Hadžiomerović-Muftić, Federal Prosecutor
• BiH Criminal Code, Referral System and Task Force
• National referral mechanism for protecting human rights of trafficking victims in criminal procedure – practice and experience in FBIH

Murveta Dzaferovic, Assistant Minister of Security BiH
• Legislation regarding stay and status of aliens in BiH
• Experiences and practice of BiH Prosecution

Mileta Kekić Center for social work of City of Mostar
• Contribution of Centers for social work to identification of victims of trafficking

Fadila Hadžić, National Coordinator La Strada BiH
• Protocol on identification of victims of trafficking

Based on the evaluations provided by the training participants we can conclude that the training met their expectations and encouraged better cooperation in the area of combating trafficking in persons in BiH.