Educational Mediators Discussed the Development of the Network and Europe’s Role as a Resource for Community Development in Veliko Tarnovo
On February 27, a regional training for educational mediators was held at Hotel Meridian Bolyarski in Veliko Tarnovo, bringing together mediators from the regions of Veliko Tarnovo, Gabrovo, and Ruse. The meeting focused on the development of the Network of Educational Mediators and its role in supporting educational integration.
The forum was led by Atanas Atanasov, Chair of the Network of Educational Mediators, and Valeri Angelov, an expert at Center Amalipe. During the first panel, they presented the development of the network so far and outlined upcoming initiatives and priorities. Particular emphasis was placed on the benefits of participating in the Network of Educational Mediators, including opportunities for professional support, exchange of experience, and joint actions at both local and national levels.
During the thematic session “Europe as a Resource for the Development of Bulgaria and the Roma Community,” participants discussed the core values of the European Union and how these values can be used as a tool for the development of local communities. Special attention was given to ways of countering anti-European rhetoric through better information, active civic engagement, and work with young people.
Throughout the meeting,
mediators shared the challenges they face in their work across the region and exchanged good practices for supporting students and parents. Ideas were also discussed for organizing information and educational campaigns aimed at increasing engagement with schools and promoting European values.
The event concluded with a summary of the proposals made and with a clear commitment to continue active cooperation within the Network of Educational Mediators.
The regional meetings of educational mediators this year are funded by the Project “DROM EU – Access to education of the Roma community through interaction with Educational Mediators as advocates of EU values” of the Amalipe Center within the framework of the project “Roma civil society organizations in support of the values of the European Union” (ROVA), coordinated in Bulgaria by the Integro Association and funded by the European Union.
