International Student Week in Belgrade
The International Student Week in Belgrade (ISWiB) is more than an international youth festival — it is a space where ideas, people, and hearts meet. Since 2006, ISWiB has welcomed hundreds of participants each year from across the globe, creating a vibrant community centered on cooperation, creativity, and intercultural understanding.
Our workshops challenge participants to think differently, collaborate across borders, and actively contribute to solving societal issues. But the true essence of ISWiB is found beyond the program. It’s in the feeling that, for one week, you are exactly where you’re meant to be — surrounded by people who don’t just accept you, but understand you. Many describe it as a place where “something in you simply clicks.” A moment where fear turns into purpose, and unfamiliar faces become a source of strength. People come with expectations — and leave with something far greater: a sense of belonging, a renewed belief in themselves, and a bond that words often fail to fully capture.
The festival is organized entirely by volunteers — young people who dedicate their time and hearts to building something meaningful. And while the week may be short, the impact lasts much longer. It is a project that changes you from the inside out, reminding you that you are capable, valued, and never truly alone. ISWiB is not just a week in July. It’s the moment you remember what it means to believe in connection, in kindness, and in the beautiful possibility of people coming together.
~ We can only tell you so much from our side, but that's only half the story
~ Here's a bit more from the people who made the festival even more memorable for us all

ISWiB is the place where your horizons expand beyond borders. It’s where people from countries you once knew little about find a permanent place in your heart —and suddenly, you know so much about them. And when someone asks, “How do you know all this?”, you’ll smile and say, “ I have a friend from there.”
ISWiB will stay with you-it’ll cross your mind every day. Whenever you see a post on Instagram from someone you met there, it will instantly bring a beautiful memory.
Elena Ginga - Romania
Participant - 2024

My Iswib experience started with a random link on social media posted by Jelena Milosevic(forever grateful to her). As a person who had participated in more than 20 youth projects I have to say that ISWiB was the best one. I went to Serbia with no expectations and I came back to my country 100% sure that I’ll be back next year. I decided to promote Iswib in 2023 and 2024 and it’s been a great pleasure to make a bunch of my international friends be a part of ISWiB family. The first time you’re a participant, then every other ISWiB is a Family Reunion. I fell in love with Serbian culture so much that I learnt da pricam srpski!
Filip Ignaś - Poland
Promoter - 2023 & 2024

The festival itself was already a majestic event, but being a part of it as a promoter made it even more special. Seeing the people I had invited enjoy the festival with smiles on their faces made all the effort worthwhile. I felt proud not only to represent my country, but also to contribute to something so full of purpose and unity. Believe me, once you experience it, you’ll be counting down to the next one!
Şehbal Aydın - Turkiye
Promoter - 2024

ISWiB was hands down the best experience in my life. The overall vibes of the amazing people that visit it, is breathtaking every single time, and it created friendships and memories we will cherish for a lifetime.
That’s why I always say:
ISWiB is not a place, it’s the people!
Marko Jeraj - Slovenia
Participant - 2024

After attending many international forums and camps, I thought I had a clear idea of what to expect from an international student festival. However, ISWiB managed to go far beyond those expectations and truly made me fall in love with the entire crew, the participants, and the activities. What sets ISWiB apart is the fantastic approach of the organizers — a team of experienced, inspiring, and passionate individuals who genuinely follow the energy and interests of the youth. They don’t just stick to a basic program; instead, they adapt and reshape it to match the vibe and needs of today’s generation. I would love to be there once again and not be “Ledena” ♥
Nađa Stolica - Montenegro
Participant - 2023

ISWiB 2024 was everything I dreamed of and then some. I’ve never been this exhausted after a festival, but somehow I was still a little mad at myself for ‘wasting’ a whole 2 hours sleeping every night
Taha Nasser Alhaj - Palestine/Jordan
Participant - 2024

It was one of the most incredible experiences in my life. I really enjoyed Serbian culture, dances, music and people ❤️ I will never forget Culture day where I tried all food of different countries. 💃💁
Yeligay Segizbay - Kazakhstan
Participant - 2024

ISWiB was my first ever student conference, and probably the beginning of my journey in exploring new opportunities. ISWiB gave me lifelong friends from around the world and opened my eyes to the beauty of diversity and admiration for the richness of other cultures. I would recommend ISWiB to anyone in a heartbeat.
Rabisankar Basumatary - India/Germany
Promoter - 2024

ISWIB is an amazing opportunity to meet beautiful and talented people from all over the world. It is a place in which I felt reborn after a difficult period in my life. It’s the place in which I feel at home and where I always come back to. It’s my international family. In ISWiB I feel a powerful energy inside that connects myself to the world.
Martina Schiattarella - Italy
Participant - 2023

ISWiB was a remarkable week full of joy, positive energy and unforgettable people from different continents and cultures. Cannot wait to bond again with new people, build life long friendships and learn pratical skills at one of the workshops!🥳
Dalibor Jiříček - Czechia
Participant - 2016
Through the eyes of an ISWiB Volunteer
Aleksandar Janković Info&Host Volunteer 2019
Spring has sprung, and boredom has reached a completely new level… And I just had to do something about it, I needed a change. While I’ve been looking into internships and job opportunities I’ve found one uncommon offer about volunteering. Under normal conditions, I wouldn’t open it. But this was hard times. Tedious times. – Why not? – I was encouraging myself. So I sent my CV.
After a while (TBH with you, I’ve forgotten about this) an interview invitation appeared in my email inbox. Boredom overcame the level of 9000, thus this was such a refreshing event. I was the last interviewee. They called me into the HR meeting room. The board was made of four beautiful ladies and a gentleman. Logical questions and made up situations meant to represent your personality, followed by a lot of laughs, really made up my day, because unfortunately, I had a bad day that afternoon. They did their magic and I was smiling again.
We had two or three group meetings before the beginning of the festival. Meetings had various and fun topics, and of course, you had to be the part of it! Goodbye boredom. Those guys were incredible! Just a few of the funniest moments you can see in the gallery.
And we were waiting for YOU GUYS to come! There was an organized parade for your arrival. Ok, there was not exactly the red carpet, but there are volunteers with cars that are going to provide you with a ride from the airport to the dorm room. Info&host team is expecting you to give you all the information and the IDs you need, and which is more important at that moment, since you want to rest from the trip, they are going to give you the keys of your rooms. Or they’ll just say: “Someone already took the key”. And in the hall, there is a board to remind you about the events and activities. Besides that, there’s going to a lot of surprises and amusing stuff for you, BELIEVE ME! ->
Country fair is the real deal. The mixture of the cultures brings the spirits of all nations presenting their food and drinks, describing to you what they’ve brought. Some of them with traditional clothes, but all of them with a smile on their faces. Try not to get drunk, in case you don’t love that. Thematic and not ordinary Belgrade’s parties are something we all adore! You’ll probably meet new people there if you are not preoccupied with dancing.
Group guides will be there always for you. And I mean always! They are going to be there since the moment you open your eyes until you go to bed. They will go with you to the workshops, touring you through the city and whatever you need.
At the end of the festival, there is an organized presentation of all the workshops and you will start to feel sad and sorrowful because everything is going to finish.
All in all, after good times, new friendships which are still alive you can only be mesmerized. You’ll probably end soaring thorough this wonderful adventure in Belgrade in your mind, and checking that everyone’s arrived safely.
Don’t be too lazy to miss an unforgettable summer week! Be the part of something incredible. It’s going to be so interesting you’re gonna think sleeping is overrated.