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“Youth Workers Saving Lives” – Training in Ireland focused on saving lives

From 1 to 8 September 2025, in Falduff, near Louisburgh and Westport, County Mayo, Ireland, the international training course “Youth Workers Saving Lives” took place, funded by the Erasmus+ Programme 2021–2027. Objectives and Main Focus The project aimed to train youth workers, trainers, and…


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New Erasmus+ project: Fostering active youth participation in environmental advocacy

We are excited to announce the launch of our new Erasmus+ project “Fostering active youth participation in environmental advocacy” (Project No. 2025-1-BG01-KA154-YOU-000305144). The project officially starts on 1 September 2025 and will run until 31 August 2026, bringing together young people from…


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Agent 00Was7e – Final Steps and New Proposals for a Sustainable Future

We at Association FOR YOU are partners in the Erasmus+ project Agent 00Was7e – Licence to Recycle, and we are proud to share the results of this initiative. After the major event in Bitonto, together with our colleagues from Germany we organized public events, meetings with policymakers, and…


Inclusive Sports Festival “Shtak Tuk-Tam!” held in Varna

Varna, June 10, 2025 – In the heart of Varna, a unique Sports Festival for people with disabilities was held, bringing together numerous participants, volunteers, and visitors in the spirit of inclusion, sports, and international cooperation. The event, titled "Shtak Tuk-Tam! Adapt Yourself!", took…


Building skills through volunteering: Radislav’s story as a backend developer

Introduce yourself in a few words. My name is Radislav. I am 19 years old. I finished secondary school (lyceum) in Ukraine, with a specialization in mathematics and computer science. I studied at STEP Computer Academy and Amplify Academy, where I explored web development (WordPress), programming,…


Nature Therapy Through Erasmus+: A Participant’s Journey in Visegrád, Hungary

Healing in Nature: My Erasmus+ “Nature Therapy” Experience in Hungary by a project participant From the 1st to the 8th of May 2025, I had the incredible opportunity to participate in the Erasmus+ youth exchange project titled “Nature Therapy,” held in the scenic town of Visegrád, Hungary. This…


Youth Guide to Online Safety | Erasmus+ Data Privacy Project

️ Online Safety Measures and Practices: A Youth-Made Guide in 5 Languages In a world increasingly shaped by digital transformation, online safety and privacy are more important than ever. As part of the Erasmus+ Youth Exchange “The Rule of Youth in Data Protection and Privacy Rights in Digital…


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My Erasmus+ Journey in the Czech Republic

Learning Together in Europe: My Experience at the Future Leader Training in the Czech Republic Testimony by Damla Sugurlu, volunteer at Association FOR YOU Last week, I had the chance to be part of something truly unforgettable — the Erasmus+ Future Leader Training in the Czech Republic.…


Youthpass Unlocked: A week of learning, sharing, and cyber wisdom

Youthpass Ceremony – Erasmus+ Youth Exchange “The Rule of Youth in Data Protection and Privacy Rights in Digital Transformation” Varna, Bulgaria, April 28 – May 4, 2025 On the final day of the Erasmus+ Youth Exchange “The Rule of Youth in Data Protection and Privacy Rights in Digital…


Erasmus+ Youth Exchange “The Rule of Youth in Data Protection and Privacy Rights in Digital Transformation”

From April 28 to May 4, 2025, Association FOR YOU will organize the youth exchange “The Role of Youth in Data Protection and Privacy Rights in Digital Transformation” in Varna, Bulgaria, under the Erasmus+ Programme, KA152-YOU – Mobility of Young People (Project №:……


Meet Eugenia: A Journey of Volunteering and Self-Discovery

At Association FOR YOU, we love to share the experiences of our amazing volunteers. Today, we introduce you to Eugenia, a 22-year-old social work graduate from Greece. She recently completed her volunteer journey in Varna, and we sat down with her to hear all about her experience. Introduce…


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Solidarity in Action: New “Sunny House” Project Supports Vulnerable Groups

The Day Center for Adults with Disabilities “Sunny House,” managed by the “Family Center – Maria” association, has launched a new project under the “European Solidarity Corps” program. The project will involve two volunteers, one of whom is from a disadvantaged background. This initiative not only…


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Environmental Education and Sustainability: The Project of Association “Ela”

We are delighted to announce that our partners from Association “Ela” have successfully completed their project, part of which focused on the development of the “Green Educational Center” in the village of Sturgel. The project brought together the efforts of one long-term and six short-term…


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Successful completion of the National Youth Forum project

The National Youth Forum (NYF) has successfully completed project № 2023 - 1 - BG01 - ESC51 - VTJ - 000117299, which aimed to support structured dialogue in the youth sector at both local and national levels. This initiative, involving four dedicated Bulgarian volunteers, focused on enhancing young…


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A Year of Growth: Carmen’s experience as a volunteer at Alliance Française

Hello, I’m Carmen, a passionate 24 year old crocheter and traveler. I studied German back in France. After graduation I moved to Germany for a school year as a language assistant in a German high school. Have you volunteered before? No, I didn’t. What motivated you to apply for this project? Back…


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Association “Step forward” launches a new project

We at Association "FOR YOU are thrilled to share that our partners from "Step forward" have launched an inspiring new project, part of the European Solidarity Corps program. It involves the active participation of five volunteers, three of whom have already started their work One of the team's…


Simona Yordanova: Having the courage to live is the key to happiness

Hello! My name is Simona Yordanova, 21 years old from Parvomay. I am a student at the University of Economics - Varna, studying Digital media and PR. My favorite activities are drawing and reading books. I love traveling and getting to know new worlds and cultures. Also to indulge in a walk in…


Origins and Practices of Halloween in Europe

In Europe, Halloween is primarily the feast of the dead. With the famous “trick or treat” but not only. Depending on the country this maY differ. First of all, Halloween has its origins with the Celts, around 600 years BC and not from the United States. The night before November 1st is known as…


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Starting point Varna - a useful travel guide!

After being a volunteer for almost a year at Association For You, French volunteer Oriane presented her personal project. She has been working in the communication team since March 2021. As a volunteer under the European Solidarity Corps, she had the chance to create her own personal project. With…


European Year of Youth - are you getting involved?

Perhaps most of you have already heard about the announcement of 2022 as the Year of Youth. The Decision of the European Parliament and of the Council on the European Year of Youth was adopted on 20 December 2021. The European Year of Youth has several main objectives: The first is to focus on…