United World College in Mostar (UWC Mostar)
UWC Mostar - "Building bridges between people and cultures through inspiring, quality education"
United World College in Mostar (UWC Mostar) was founded in 2006 as the core part of the Foundation Education in Action. It is one of the 15 colleges within the UWC movement.
UWC Mostar offers a practical demonstration of education that unites, inspires and engages students and the wider community to strive for a peaceful and sustainable future through active local partnerships. UWC Mostar aims to develop educational practices relevant for post-conflict and transitional societies.The college educates students to learn and appreciate their differences, while promoting equality, tolerance, and critical thinking.
UWC Mostar students come from all over the world, as well as from all ethnic groups in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region. All students live, study and serve in the community together creating a unique example of integrated education in post-war Bosnia and Herzegovina. The College also serves as the Centre for Professional Development of BiH Teachers who receive training in international educational standards.
UWC Mostar is accredited by Penta International - one of the leading independent providers of educational training, consultancy and inspection services in the United Kingdom and overseas.