Stay & Shape Sarajevo: Work, Migration and Technology – The Balkans in Focus
This conference brings researchers, trade unions, civil society, technology centres, start-ups, businesses and political actors into the same conversation — connecting regional experiences with European and global perspectives.
Sarajevo, 22-23 October 2026.
Registration hosted by Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung.
Two days to explore how technology and migration are changing work — and who gets to shape what comes next!
Day 1 – 22 October
The first day will focus on the changing world of work in the Balkans, with discussions on how technology, digitalisation, migration and labour mobility are affecting workers and economies. Participants will hear from experts and take part in discussions about who is shaping the future of work and who benefits from these changes.
Speakers:
- Branimir Jovanović
- Jelena Šapić
- Other speakers and participants from research, business, civil society and policy sectors
Day 2 – 23 October
The second day will focus on the future of labour, particularly the impact of artificial intelligence, automation, demographic changes and migration. Discussions will also explore social protection, workers' rights and how technology and migration could shape the future of the Balkans.
Speakers:
- Mirna Jusić
- Other experts, policymakers, trade union and technology-sector representatives