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At the present day, intercultural dialogue is belived to be one of the main instruments for mutual knowledge and better living together. However, in the area of the Western Balkans, successful intercultural dialogue among national and religious communities continues to be hindered by the lack of trust among the respected parties. This shortage of trust is present throughout the region and has, in some situations, transformed into different forms of hate and violence. It is believed that lasting peace, stability and better life in the Western Balkans cannot be achieved without an effective intercultural dialogue.  But here questions arise: How  can an effective intercultural dialogue be achieved in an area drenched with prejudice, discrimination and segregation? How can the need to boost the intercultural dialogue on the local level be best addressed? Which are the key constituencies which will have a lasting impact on intercultural dialogue?