We are pleased to announce that Dolna Mitropolia Municipality is launching a new project under the "Education" 2021-2027 program, aimed at promoting intercultural education through culture, science, and sports. The project will be implemented in partnership with 12 organizations, including schools, kindergartens, community centers, and NGOs. Its main goal is to improve intercultural communication and encourage the successful inclusion of children from vulnerable groups in the education system.
Activities in Support of Multicultural Education
The intercultural education project in Dolna Mitropolia Municipality includes a variety of activities for students and preschool children. These activities include thematic meetings and discussions, visits to museums and cultural institutions, participation in clubs and competitions, and educational excursions. A special focus is placed on involving parents in the educational process and building an active community that supports children's development.
Expected Outcomes of the Project
The intercultural education project in Dolna Mitropolia Municipality will contribute to better cultural understanding and encourage tolerance among children. Expected outcomes include improved social skills, increased motivation for learning and school engagement, and the establishment of a strong connection between parents, teachers, and children. Through joint initiatives and educational practices, the project will support the sustainable inclusion of vulnerable groups in the education system.
Introducing the Project Partners
The project "Confirmation of Intercultural Education through Culture, Science, and Sports" in Dolna Mitropolia Municipality is implemented in partnership with 12 organizations united by the goal of inclusive and high-quality education.
Dolna Mitropolia Municipality – the leading organization responsible for project coordination and implementation.
Educational Institutions:
"Vasil Aprilov" Secondary School (Dolna Mitropolia) – provides lower secondary and upper secondary education.
"Hristo Smirnenski" Primary School (Orehovitsa) – primary and lower secondary education.
"St. St. Cyril and Methodius" Primary School (Stavertsi) – primary and lower secondary education.
Kindergartens:
Kindergarten "Happy Childhood" (Trastenik) – early childhood education.
Kindergarten "Valcho Ivanov" (Stavertsi) – early learning and socialization.
Kindergarten "Sun" (Orehovitsa) – focused on preschool education.
Community Centers:
"Prosveta 1927" (Dolna Mitropolia) – cultural center with a library and event organization.
"Neofit Rilski – 1872" (Trastenik) – develops cultural and educational initiatives.
"Vasil Levski – 1898" (Stavertsi) – promotes local traditions and cultural heritage.
"Father Paisius – 1910" (Orehovitsa) – organizes educational and social events.
Non-Governmental Organization:
"Projecteka" Association – specialized in implementing social and educational projects.
This diverse partnership ensures the effective implementation of project activities and contributes to sustainable results in intercultural education.
The experts from the Projecteka Association who work on the project, developing and implementing the educational materials, participating in the meetings and communicating with the partners are Rumyana Shalamanova, Marinela Docheva, Maya Tsvetanova and others.
Operational Programme: the Education Programme 2021-2027
Priority axes: Inclusive education and educational integration
Title of the procedure: Promoting intercultural education through culture, science and sport
Procedure code: BG05SFPR001-1.004
Contract № BG05SFPR001-1.004-0025-C01
Project title: Promoting intercultural education through culture, science and sport in the municipality of Dolna Mitropolia
