Maryland Governor proclaims March 1 Bosnian-American Day

The proclamation by the State of Maryland honors the historic significance of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s declaration of independence on March 1, 1992, and highlights the strong and lasting partnership between the State of Maryland and Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Recognizing the invaluable contributions of Bosnian Americans and the deep ties between the two communities, Governor Moore officially declared March 1 as Bosnian-American Day in Maryland.

"On behalf of the Maryland–Bosnia and Herzegovina Exchange Council and the Bosnian-Herzegovinian American community in Maryland, we extend our sincere gratitude to Governor Wes Moore and his team for their unwavering support and commitment to strengthening unity, cultural exchange, and international cooperation," stated representatives of the Bosnia and Herzegovina–Maryland Exchange Council, founded in November 2023.

They emphasize that this proclamation represents strong evidence of a shared commitment to democracy, human rights, and efforts toward peace and prosperity.

"We invite all residents of Maryland to join us in commemorating Bosnian-American Day and honoring the rich heritage, resilience, and contributions of Bosnian-Herzegovinian Americans to our great State of Maryland and the United States as a whole," the Council stated.