On 3 November 2026, the first workshop of the project \u201cFrom Voice to Influence: Participatory Democracy\u201d took place, organised by the Paralel-Silistra Association.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The event brought together 18 teachers and experts from the municipalities of Silistra, Tutrakan, Sitovo and Dulovo. Participants were introduced to the initiative\u2019s objectives and the \u201cFrom Voice to Influence\u201d teaching toolkit. Discussions explored the use of simulations, practical case studies and role-playing activities in civic education, as well as ways to adapt the materials to students\u2019 needs. During the group work, participants shared professional insights and recommendations for improving the teaching materials and using them in both classroom and extracurricular activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe want to equip teachers with practical tools that help young people understand how local democracy works and how they can actively participate in decisions affecting their communities,\u201d said Dr Diana Bebenova-Nikolova, the project manager.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The workshop marked the beginning of cooperation among teachers and experts from schools, community cultural centres and non-governmental organisations, alongside representatives of the municipal administrations in Silistra and Tutrakan. The new partners share the goal of promoting active citizenship and young people\u2019s participation in local governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The initiative \u201cFrom Voice to Influence: Participatory Democracy\u201d is implemented by the Paralel-Silistra Association within the framework of the \u201cCode Success\u201d project and is funded by the European Union and the Workshop for Civic Initiatives Foundation (WCIF).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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