“Unfortunately, violence, extremism, discrimination of others just because they are different, still persist and that is why we have to, now more than ever, work on raising awareness on the one, and enforcing laws on the other hand”, said Omerovic.

He pointed out that prejudice, stereotypes and discrimination, even hatred of some national minorities and LGBT people are still widespread and present a huge obstacle to progress.

“The most tragic thing is that these are most visible among the youth who openly express intolerance of others and practice it daily. Acknowledging differences is a prerequisite for peace, stability and security of all in our society”, said Omerovic.

“The citizens”, he added, “must respect one another and appreciate those different from them, not only their own and those similar to them.

In ordered and just societies that Serbia strives to become, differences of religion, gender, nation, age, idea and sexual orientation cannot be an obstacle to living together”, concluded Omerovic.