Zlata Filipović

Zlata Filipović is a Bosnian-born writer best known for her childhood diary documenting the Bosnian War from 1992 to 1993. As a young girl, she recorded her daily life, fears, and hopes amid the conflict and chaos in Sarajevo. Her diary provides a personal, firsthand account of war’s impact on civilians, especially children. Later, she became an author and advocate for peace, sharing her experiences to promote understanding and resilience amid conflict.