This thesis examines interethnic relations in Bosnia and Herzegovina through the case study of the town of Jajce. The research showed that everyday relations between members of different ethnic groups are mostly stable and cooperative, with differences observed between generations. The older population is more strongly affected by the consequences of the war and collective memory due to their direct experiences of the conflict, while younger generations are more inclined towards cooperation and reducing ethnic divisions.
Interethnic relations are significantly influenced by the political mobilization of ethnic differences, segregation within the education system, media reporting, and economic conditions. The research showed that economic difficulties are not alone a direct cause of interethnic tensions, but may contribute to their deepening when combined with limited employment opportunities and clientelism. Despite the presence of institutional and historical divisions, the results indicate that everyday cooperation among residents represents an important factor in the continued improvement of interethnic relations in Jajce.
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