On the occasion of International Volunteer Day, December 5, a series of activities dedicated to promoting volunteerism and engaging citizens in socially beneficial activities was held in Nikšić. The event began at the Informative-Educational Center with a roundtable titled The Role of Volunteerism in Community Development, where Aljoša Matović, representative of the Nikšić ECoC 2030 Office, spoke about the importance of volunteerism for the realization of the project Nikšić – European Capital of Culture 2030.
Following the discussion, a Volunteer Fair was organized at Freedom Square, where citizens had the opportunity to learn about volunteer activities and get involved with local organizations. As part of the fair, a gift collection drive was held for children from disadvantaged families, along with an educational game, Don’t Get Angry, Man, in which high school students participated through a quiz on volunteerism and cultural topics.
At the Nikšić – European Capital of Culture 2030 stand, citizens could obtain detailed information about the project itself, planned events, and ways to join the volunteer network, thereby contributing to community development.
This day demonstrated the importance of volunteerism in strengthening the community and actively involving young people in the city’s cultural and social life. Through initiatives like this, Nikšić reaffirms its commitment to building an inclusive and engaged society, making volunteerism a cornerstone of local community development.