fea is a non-governmental organization established in 2007 in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, with the main purpose of advancing the state of environment and forests in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region. Since fea’s inception, the guiding principle of our work has been to support authorities and communities, as well as the private sector, in the responsible use of natural resources in accordance with the legitimate demands of society.fea through its members and staff has provided practical and professional support for a number of development initiatives in the fields of forestry and environmental activism. We have also prepared planning and implementing documents for several development initiatives focused on nature protection, local community development and sustainable tourism. In addition, our members have conducted applied research to support informed decision-making.