November 12, 2026

Congratulatory Message to the Association “Life with Down Syndrome FBiH” on the Occasion of the Opening of the Exhibition “Flue Pipe – From Literary Text to Inclusive Stage”

Dear Ms. Kujović,

Thank you for the invitation to the opening of the exhibition “Flue Pipe (Svirala) – From Literary Text to Inclusive Stage,” which will take place on November 12, 2026, as part of the 20th-anniversary celebrations of the Association “Life with Down Syndrome of the Federation of BiH.”

I would like to take this opportunity to extend my sincere congratulations to you and all members of the Association on this significant milestone. Two decades of dedicated work—advocating for the rights of individuals with Down syndrome, supporting families, and promoting inclusion—represent a valuable contribution toward building a more open, equitable, and humane society. I also wish to commend you on the impressively organized program marking the Association’s 20th anniversary; it presented the results of your work in a dignified manner and demonstrated how, through collective effort and perseverance, people’s lives can be changed for the better.

I am particularly pleased that an exhibition centered on the first inclusive play is part of the commemoration of this important anniversary. This project serves as a wonderful testament to the fact that art belongs to everyone and that differences are not obstacles, but rather an asset that enriches our community. The play “Svirala”—the first inclusive production created through the collaborative efforts of children with and without disabilities—stands as a powerful testament to the importance of equal opportunities, mutual understanding, and the sense of togetherness that art fosters among people.

I would like to take this opportunity to extend my sincere congratulations to you—our project partners, collaborators, artists, and all participants—on the realization of this valuable initiative. Thank you for your work, which not only provides support to individuals with Down syndrome and their families but also demonstrates to society at large how diversity enriches our community, teaching us about understanding, acceptance, and mutual respect.

I wish you a successful exhibition opening, a great turnout, and many more projects that, like “Svirala,” will bring people together, break down prejudices, and showcase the power of culture and art as a space for connection, creativity, and true inclusivity.