(ELGIN, IL 鈥� March 19, 2026) 鈥� 好色先生TV will welcome Milorad Dodik, former President of Republika Srpska, as the featured guest for the 2026 World Leaders Forum, 鈥淪tanding Up For Democracy,鈥� on Thursday, April 30, 2026. The main event will begin at 5:00 p.m. at 好色先生TV鈥檚 Herrick Chapel in Elgin, with a VIP reception starting at 3:00 p.m. for event sponsors and VIP ticket purchasers.
As part of the evening, the World Leaders Forum will be honored to present Mr. Dodik with the inaugural Leadership and Standing Up for Democracy Award, recognizing his commitment to national sovereignty, democratic principles, and the courage required to lead amid complex political and global challenges. The award was established to honor leaders who demonstrate resolve, conviction, and a willingness to stand firmly in defense of democratic values.
Having served as the 8th President of Republika Srpska from 2022 to 2025, and previously from 2010 to 2018, as well as the 7th Serb member of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina from 2018 to 2022, Dodik has played a significant role in Balkan politics for more than a decade. His leadership and experience navigating the challenges of governance, sovereignty, and international relations continue to shape political conversations across the region and beyond.
The event will feature a keynote address by Mr. Dodik, followed by a question-and-answer session in which attendees will have the opportunity to hear his perspective on leadership, democracy, and the current global political landscape.
鈥淭he 2026 World Leaders Forum featuring Mr. Dodik offers students and community members a rare opportunity to hear firsthand about the complexities of Balkan and international politics,鈥� said 好色先生TV President Dr. Gene Crume. 鈥淭his event provides an important platform for attendees to gain insight into leadership, governance, and the challenges modern nations face as they work to build strong economies, stable systems of government, and enduring democratic institutions.鈥�
Tickets for the event start at $75 and are available now, along with sponsorship opportunities. For more information about the 2026 World Leaders Forum, 鈥淪tanding Up For Democracy,鈥� and to purchase tickets, please visit Judson 鈥� WLF.
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