From 6 to 10 November 2026, the Karlovo Youth Centre is hosting the first international meeting and environmental workshops under “Green Neighbourhoods, Active Youth”, a new Erasmus+ partnership project run with the Mod of Life Association from Drobeta-Turnu Severin, Romania.
The Mayor of Karlovo Municipality, Dr Emil Kabaivanov, welcomed the young environmental enthusiasts and told them about the joint initiatives of the municipality and the Central Balkan National Park Directorate to protect the park’s natural heritage. He also spoke about the severe floods that affected the municipality in 2022 in the context of climate change, and about the measures being taken to protect and support local residents during natural disasters.
During the first two days of the meeting, the young people discussed environmental problems in their neighbourhoods, villages and towns. They also showed how recyclable and natural materials can be used to make decorations for local neighbourhoods and public spaces.
The participants made pumpkin decorations from fallen leaves in Vodopad Park and decorated the Youth Centre’s courtyard using old plastic sheeting and punctured inflatable swim rings.
A representative of the Green Balkans Association introduced the young people to the birds found in Central Balkan National Park and shared interesting facts about their lives and migration routes.
The participants will next explore the town to identify areas they can improve through volunteering. Possible activities include planting trees, repainting benches and installing bird feeders in parks.
The project will continue in 2027 with local environmental activities and a meeting in Romania, where participants will exchange experiences and discover the natural heritage of the partner region along the Danube.
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