Yugoslav Wars Legacy Explored at Police Conference on 30th Anniversary of Dayton Accord

Thirty years after the Dayton Agreement, survivors and police confront the past. Could this dialogue reshape how law enforcement engages with war-traumatized communities?

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2025 November 24 . 9:23 PM

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In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are... — In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are many cars moving on the road. On either side of the road, we see grass and trees. This picture is clicked outside the city.

Yugoslav Wars Legacy Explored at Police Conference on 30th Anniversary of Dayton Accord

A professional conference on the legacy of the Yugoslav Wars took place at the Southeast Hesse Police Headquarters on November 21, 2025. The event marked the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Agreement, which ended the Bosnian War. Organisers highlighted the importance of understanding historical trauma in modern policing.

The Yugoslav Wars remain one of Europe’s most devastating post-war conflicts. Over 8,000 Bosnian Muslims were killed in the 1995 Srebrenica genocide alone. Many survivors and descendants now live in Germany, including communities in Offenbach with roots in the former Yugoslavia.

The Southeast Hesse Police Headquarters hosted this event to bridge historical understanding with modern law enforcement. Participants left with insights into how past conflicts shape present-day communities. For further details, the press office remains available for inquiries.