XY Association

Qui sommes-nous

Association XY is a nongovernmental, non-profit, non-political organization based in Sarajevo with a branch office in Banja Luka. It was established with the assistance of IPPF EN in 2001 by joining of a group of citizens interested in solving the existing and threatening problems related to sexual and reproductive health. At the time it was the only organization in BiH dealing exclusively with sexual and reproductive health and rights. Today, Association XY is strongly committed in improving health and healthy life styles of general population in Bosnia and Herzegovina through various programs and actions.
In 2004. the Association XY became an Associate Member, and in November 2006. it was admitted to the full membership of IPPF (International Planned Parenthood Federation) which is the most widespread organization in the world in the field of sexual and reproductive health.
The primary target group of the Association XY is young people in general, especially those from marginalized and hard-to-reach groups.
In its work, the Association XY has the support and it cooperates with young people, both local and international NGOs, relevant government institutions, professionals and other interested stakeholders.

For other net participants we can offer an expert guidance through trained staff, give an expert opinion, procure expert information and establish new contacts in the field of our work.