Diversity due to administrative, political, ethnic, or religious divisions. These interactions were so well accepted by the local communities that the OSCE was requested to intensify its support. Additional examples of the groups’ activities are presented below. Zero discrimination An OSCE-supported Zero Discrimination Day provided an opportunity to bring together members of an ethnically mixed community that had experienced significant discrimination on ethnic grounds. During the day, a discussion panel was organized with high school students that allowed them to exchange their views on the issue. The participants also signed a declaration against discrimination and developed visual messages underlining that discrimination, hate, violence, and other destructive behaviours deserve zero tolerance. The initiative resulted in regional unity, making use of civil society as a key mechanism to prevent and condemn discrimination and hate. It resulted in a firm commitment by youth to combat hate and all forms of intolerance, while offering mutual support in the promotion of peace. Unity through sports In co-operation with the OSCE, a half-marathon was organized to promote reconciliation by honouring cultural heritage. Attracting runners from all over the world, the community was honoured to host such an important cultural and sports event, irrespective of ethnic affiliations. 89