The University “Privredna akademija” Brčko District BiH and the UMDB-Institute for Mother and Child Sarajevo signed a Memorandum of Cooperation on March 13, which will improve pedagogical practice, support for the education of future teachers, as well as programs for prevention and inclusion in education.

The memorandum was signed by the Rector of the University “Privredna akademija”, Prof. Dr. Željko Petrić, and the President of the Association of the Institute for Mother and Child, Alma Hodžić-Badić. This partnership opens opportunities for professional practice for students of the Faculty of Pedagogy, joint educational projects, and the improvement of inclusive education.

“This memorandum allows our students to gain valuable experience through practical work and cooperation with experts in the fields of pedagogical sciences, psychology, and child healthcare. Through joint projects, we want to contribute to the development of inclusive education and the prevention of developmental difficulties in children,” said the Rector of the University, Prof. Dr. Željko Petrić.

Alma Hodžić-Badić, President of the Association of the Institute for Mother and Child, highlighted the importance of this partnership in connecting science and practice:

“Our goal is to enable future teachers, educators, and parents to better understand children’s needs through this collaboration, especially when it comes to inclusion and early intervention. Together, we will work on projects that contribute to the improvement of education and support for children and parents.”

By signing this memorandum, the “Privredna akademija” University and the UMDB – Institute for Mother and Child Sarajevo are laying the foundations for long-term cooperation aimed at improving pedagogical practice, inclusive education, and support for child development in BiH.