Remembering Srebrenica: 30 Years of Hurt

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July 10, 2025 • 20 mins

This week we reflect upon the history and legacy of the Srebrenica massacre, which its 30th anniversary on 11 July. We recall the tragic events that unfolded in July 1995, highlighting the significance of remembering and learning from this dark chapter in history. We discuss the many lasting consequences of the massacre, the failures of the international community, and the many profound impact on survivors and their communities. Join us for a period of silent remembrance and guided intentions and prayers for a world that stands resilient against hatred and genocide, fostering understanding and unity across different faiths and cultures.

Prayers and intentions start at 15 minutes 52 seconds.

Suggested Intention Focus for this week

This week, as the world marks 30 years since the massacre at Srebrenica, we suggest holding as our main intention:

We will that the unchecked nationalism, ethnic hatred, and consequences of international inaction that allowed Srebrenica to happen will never be repeated.

Mentioned in this episode:

Srebrenica Memorial Day, dedicated website: https://srebrenica.org.uk/memorial-day

Chapter markers:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:15:52 Intentions and Prayers

00:00:57 Remembering Srebrenica

00:05:32 Justice for the Perpetrators

00:07:48 Long-Term Consequences for Victims

00:11:22 The Importance of Remembering

00:13:04 Commemorating Srebrenica Day

Sources referenced in this episode:

http://www.bsg.ox.ac.uk/blog/srebrenica-remembering-human-consequences-hate-25-years