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ZIRA Group
True business success isn’t just measured by profit margins but by how we use our growth to open doors for others.
At the heart of our values is a commitment to the young minds of Bosnia and Herzegovina, those whose ideas and ambition will define the years ahead. Through the Zijah Rašidagić Fund Scholarships, we are nurturing potential, recognizing perseverance, and creating conditions where talent is empowered and not stifled by circumstance.
This initiative carries the name and the vision of our late founder and first CEO, Mr. Zijah Rašidagić, whose legacy continues to shape every step we take. His vision wasn’t just about creating a leading solution provider of business support systems—it was about proving that excellence, innovation, and global impact can emerge from Bosnia and Herzegovina. In 1996, guided by the principle “Nulla dies sine linea”—no day without a line—he led a small team of engineers with relentless dedication, transforming ambition into tangible progress. He believed in empowering young people to build their careers, their lives, and their future right here at home.
In his loving memory, 20 scholarships are awarded annually to students in engineering and computer science across universities in Bosnia and Herzegovina. 10 scholarships go to academically outstanding students who have demonstrated consistent excellence in their studies. The other half is dedicated to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds—those for whom education can be a pathway to breaking cycles of hardship and creating new possibilities.
This dual focus is intentional. It reflects our understanding that both brilliance and hardship can coexist—and that both deserve recognition and support.
Becoming a ZIRA scholar gave me the confidence to believe in my potential and pushed me to actively invest in myself—sharpening my skills with purpose. One day, I hope to be part of an initiative that uplifts and empowers young people the way ZIRA has empowered me—by opening doors, creating opportunities, and reminding us that we’re capable of more than we think.
This scholarship is the proof that every step I’ve taken so far has been the right one. After years of hard work, someone finally saw the effort, the persistence, and the passion—and chose to reward it. ZIRA stood by me when others didn’t, and that kind of support from a respected company fuels me to push harder, aim higher, and stay more committed than ever. This isn’t just an award — it’s a turning point. My moment to shape the future starts now.
Why do we do it? Because education transforms. It builds individuals, uplifts families, strengthens communities, and fuels innovation. And when young people are given the tools to thrive, everyone benefits—our industry, our economy, and our society.
For us, this scholarship program is an investment in future engineers, future leaders, and future creators of change. It is our way of saying we see you, we believe in you, and we’re with you.
Because when we empower the minds of today, we shape the Bosnia and Herzegovina of tomorrow.
