Bulgarie Array

Bulgarian participation in the "Par-Olympia" project in Athens

"Futura" association provided 12 young people from Bulgaria the opportunity to participate in a large-scale sports event with over 250 young people from 13 sports organisations, from 12 European countries (Greece, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, France, Ireland, Italy, Montenegro, Poland, Portugal and Serbia). This was possible thanks to the participation of the "Futura" association in the "Par-Olympia" project, financed under the "Erasmus+" program, Sport sector.

"Par-Olympia" was held at the sports facilities of the Olympic Athletic Centre of Athens, Greece for the period 27.9.2023 - 4.10.2023. The venue was ideal for inspiring and teaching the participants Olympic and Paralympic values. The historic value of the site (it hosted the 2004 Olympic and Paralympic Games) and the diverse nature of sports and other facilities made it the most suitable location for the programme.

The team of 250 participants was made up of physically disabled and non-disabled youth. Together, they developed physical skills by challenging themselves in playing games and practicing sports, learning to communicate in a multicultural environment, accepting and respecting diversity and differences. The main objective of “Par-Olympia” was to educate, engage and inspire youth with disabilities to participate in sport, learn new life skills and embrace the Olympic and Paralympic values. All participants competed in 12 Paralympic sports in an inclusive environment. A major emphasis was placed on the respect for diversity and positive interaction between all. The young people also participated in artistic, educational and cultural activities and had a unique opportunity to experience Greek culture.

For more information, you can visit the official website of the project:https://www.parolympia.com/

Bulgarian participation in the Day of the Mediterranean

Association “International Initiatives for Cooperation”, Bulgaria, the coordinator of the Bulgarian Network of Anna Lindh Foundation, received a grant under the “Day of the Mediterranean’’ initiative, second edition in 2023. Thank to this we will have opportunity to mark that special day with a concert. Music is a special medium of expression and communication that unites differences and makes people better. The concert will feature groups that perform different musical genres such as punk, flamenco and indie rock, with which we want to show that if we are centered around a common cause, differences can be overcome.

The concert will be held on 8 December 2023 in Blagoevgrad, in the best club for life performance in the town.

Those are the musicians who will be our ambassadors for peace and will take care of our good mood:

Samul Gelev (El Samo) from Sofia will play flamenco and rumba for all fans of Spanish music. He will heat up the atmosphere for the other groups. He had lived for many years in Cuba and carries the spirit of Cuban culture within him.

People of Maha from Sofia is an all-female indie rock band mixing Bulgarian and Brazilian influences. Founded in 2018, the band is formed by Alex on drums, Bia on vocals and Mila on guitar.

"Kallo Malayo" is a punk rock band from Razlog, whose members have been playing together for almost two years. They are fans of punk rock music and play in their free time, but they already have several professional performances behind them.

The members of the National network Anna Lindh Bulgaria are invited to join the event as well as representatives of the local community. The concert will be broadcasted live. It will also be recorded and shared with all Anna Lindh Foundation members who could not attend or view it live.

Bulgarian School of Politics “Dimitry Panitza”

National Network

Bulgarie

Address

17 Tzar Shishman Str.
1000 Sofia
Bulgarie

Telephone

+359 2 952 68 82

Telephone (other)

+359 2 851 93 46

E-Mail

ialexieva@schoolofpolitics.org

Website

http://www.schoolofpolitics.org/eng/

Organisation Type

Non-Governmental Organization

Year of Establishment

2003

Fields of Activity

Democracy and community development
Environment/Sustainable development
Research
Youth and education

General Information

The Bulgarian School of Politics “Dimitry Panitza”, founded in 2001, is a non-governmental, non-profit organization with public benefit purposes. We are the co-founders of the Network of Schools of Political Studies under the auspices of the Council of Europe. The Network comprises partners from different regions: Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus and North Africa. Our structure: General Assembly, Board, Executive Director and 8 employees. The general assembly is the sovereign authority; the board is the managing body of the School and currently consists of 7 members. Our activities are project based and the funding comes from in-country and international donors, which are public or private organisations. Modalities of action include: research projects, seminars, workshops, roundtables and conferences. Through these seminars, conferences and leadership development initiatives, the School seeks to promote democracy and democratization of government action in Bulgaria, the countries of the Balkans and North Africa.

Mission and Objectives

The Bulgarian School of Politics’ mission is to support the creation of a community of civic and political leaders with an active stand in the national, European and global public life, devoted to contemporary democratic values based on pluralism, tolerance and informed debate.
For more than a decade we have been sharing our unique experience with other countries in Southeast Europe, North Africa and Ukraine.

Main Projects / Activities

Our current projects and activities include:
“Election Training During the Transition Period in Tunisia” Its aim is to train a group of 24 young Tunisians, actively engaged in the political and civic life of their country during its transition period towards democratization. The project involves needs assessment, participants and lecturers’ selection, program development, training implementation and feedback evaluation. The training is planned to take place before the forthcoming parliamentary elections.
National Program “Governing Skills” targets young political and civic leaders from parliamentary represented political parties in Bulgaria, representatives of non-governmental organizations, central and local administrations, judicial power and media. It is aimed at the formation of new European-type political and civil culture among young leaders and strengthening morale principles for their present and future development. We also have programs for our Alumni network, where through roundtables and debates we further develop their skills.
The project “Promoting Philanthropic Culture in Bulgaria 2012-2014” aims to strengthen the ability of the key actors to practice philanthropy as a long-term personal engagement and a way to change society, as well as to communicate about charity and philanthropy.
“Models and Good Practices for Legitimate Civic Representation” is another current project. The objective of the project is analyzing the current situation in Bulgaria and researching the experience of ten other European countries. Based on that we will propose suitable models for development and functioning of consultative councils and other forms of citizens’ participation.

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

We consider the level of citizen’s participation in policy making as an indicator of the standard of democracy. We believe that a wider engagement of civil society in decision-making process will raise the interest in elections and other forms of citizen’s participation will ensure public supervision of public policies and will ultimately lead to better governance. Being an independent institution we provide opportunities to members of the political parties represented in Parliament and civil society young leaders to learn from each other, combining training and expert work with a strong practical bias. We create conditions in which all of them can work together, discuss the most important issues of the society and provide practical solutions. We build new political environment, based on sound moral values, tolerance and cooperation. Therefore, expanding our spectrum of connections and getting to closely know other members of ALF in Bulgaria will benefit the overall public environment in the country.
Our contribution will follow our areas of expertise, where we have proven know-how - civic participation in the political process, climate and energy, philanthropy, media, and foreign policy. We also maintain close co-operation with the National Assembly, government institutions, local authorities, and leading non-government and international organizations.
We are looking forward to exchange our know-how, but also to learn from the other members and form new fruitful partnerships.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

Being the largest Network of civil society organisations involved in the promotion of intercultural dialogue across Europe and the Mediterranean, with members of very diverse nature, including NGOs, public institutions, foundations, local and regional authorities, individuals and private organisations the ALF seems the right place for the Bulgarian School of Politics “Dimitry Panitza”.
We are expanding our work in the Euro-Mediterranean area with projects involving Tunisian and Moroccan partners.
In 2010, we organized a special course for representatives from Benin, Central African Republic, Cameroon, Guinea, Burkina Faso, Morocco and Mauritania, aiming to support the creation of Schools of Politics in Africa. We have also provided support for the establishment of the School of Politics and Citizenship in Yaoundé, Cameroon.
In 2012, with our support the Tunisian School of Politics was established. We have supported it methodologically, including by sharing our know-how in the area of adult learning.
In 2013, we became the first international partner of the Citizen School for Political Studies in Morocco. Together, we develop new programs and encourage the exchange of knowledge between the alumni of the two schools.
Last June we organised “Summer Academy for Building Democracy through Cultural Diplomacy”. It was the first and unique initiative for experience and know-how exchange among alumni of the National Programs from the Bulgarian School of Politics “Dimitry Panitza”, the Citizenship School of Political Studies in Morocco, and the Tunisian School Politics. 18 young civic and political leaders from the three countries took part in the training. This resulted in the current project in Tunisia mentioned above.
After those successful events we are very enthusiastic to keep working in the area and we believe that that an ALF membership will open future partnership possibilities.

Contact (1) Full Name

Ms Irina Alexieva

Job Title

Executive Director

Head of the organisation

Ms Irina Alexieva

Bulgarian Youth Association

National Network

Bulgarie

Address

j.k.Nadejda 2, bl.270A, vh.B, ap.28
1220 Sofia
Bulgarie

Telephone

+359 887 777 618

E-Mail

kristiyan.andreev@bulgarian-youth.eu

E-Mail (2)

contacts@bulgarian-youth.eu

Website

https://www.facebook.com/BulgarianYouth/

Organisation Type

Non-Governmental Organization

Year of Establishment

2014

Fields of Activity

Arts
Democracy and community development
Environment/Sustainable development
Gender
Heritage
Human rights
International/Cultural relations
Media
Others
Youth and education

General Information

Bulgarian Youth Association is a Youth non-profit/non-governmental organization established in Sofia, Bulgaria at 2014 when a group of young people decided to unite their efforts for causes that are important to all of us, although we come from different backgrounds. The idea of this organization is to be the point from which to obtain a common vision for the important aspects of our lives. We wanted it to be the means by which our ideas are born, to materialize, to see the real result. Because we realized that an idea will never see the light of the day, if you do not find a collaborator who believes in it, supports it and gives it the strength to survive.

Mission and Objectives

Bulgarian Youth Association aims to support the active involvement of young people in various areas of public life; to promote personal development and democratic citizenship, volunteering and youth mobility; to support the development of the abilities and potential of young people from different social and ethnic groups, and young people with disabilities. The path to this is participation in various national and international projects, implementation of joint activities in partnerships with other organizations or networks; organizing advocacy campaigns; development and implementation of strategies and programs at local, national and international level. Members of the organization are involved in developing, evaluating and managing various programs and projects in the social sector, education and the media. One of the main priorities of the Bulgarian Youth Association is developing international partnerships with similar organizations, active exchange of ideas and best practices, creating a rich network of European partners. We stand for the basic human rights and follow the European moto "Unity in Diversity" by promoting European values. We want to be the change for a better future, it’s up to all of us! Our motto is VIA JUVENIS (The path of youth, The way of the young). From the statute: The objectives of the Association are: 1. promote the upgrading of qualifications and motivation of young people; 2. Support for social integration and personal fulfillment; 3. The development and promotion of active citizenship of young people; 4. encouraging youth to participate in representative democracy; 5. The development of education, democratic values, science, culture and sport; 6. construction and promotion of European values; 7. The protection and promotion of human rights; 8. stimulating mobility in and outside the Republic of Bulgaria, informal education and intercultural dialogue; 9. building positive attitude of society towards representatives of different groups and ethnicities, reduce discrimination and marginalization; 10. promoting employment and the inclusion of all young people, regardless of educational and social level or cultural background; 11. contribute to the development of support systems for youth activities and the capacity of civil society organizations working in the youth field; 12. encourage the provision of services for the integration of vulnerable youth groups in society, including unemployed and students, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and others; 13. support to disadvantaged youth; 14. promote and build a culture of life and public health; 15. The protection and preservation of the environment; 16. improve the quality of life of young people in the country; 17. conducting various types of charity events. Means to achieve the objectives: 1. participate and organize local, national and international educational programs and projects in the field of ecology, healthy lifestyle, human rights, democracy, employability of young people, sports, tourism and others. 2. organize seminars, conferences, round tables, discussions, etc .; 3. issue certificates and certificates of participation in training courses, seminars, conferences as well as for his outstanding contribution to the work of the Association; 3. issue reports, analyzes, articles; 4. develop innovative training methods to enhance na vocational training and practical training of young people; 5. draws professionals to support its activities; 6. developing professional cooperation with related institutions and organizations; 7. Provide assistance to organizations with similar objectives; 8. build volunteer network; 9. cooperate with European volunteers from different backgrounds; 10. develop partnerships with different organizations to work together to achieve objectives; 11. seek the assistance of sponsors in the face of government institutions, foundations, private enterprises and others.

Main Projects / Activities

We are proud to announce that, although we are relatively young youth non-governmental organization, we are one of the most active organizations in Bulgaria when it comes to participating in Erasmus + programme and other international projects, such as Youth Exchanges. We have sent more than 70 young people from Bulgaria to projects in most European countries. Having said this, we are positive that we have a vast experience in and capacity to actively be part of and organize Erasmus + Youth Exchanges. After the success of many of our events, our organization got a license to be the only one representative of the foundation “MasterPeace” in Bulgaria. “MasterPeace” aims to inspire everyone to use their talent and energy for building peace and togetherness. It will help lead the way to a more sustainable world with less armed conflicts. Also it’s the fastest growing grass-roots peace movement in the world, with the ambition to reach out to millions and mobilize at least 400,000 new peace builders by 2020. Every year on 21st September the “International Day of Peace” we organize informational campaigns, dance, music and art mutual activities with the coordinators of “MasterPeace” from the other member countries. Other big event we organize is on 1st December the “World Aids Day” where together with partners we inform young people where they can get free testing for HIV, what are the dangers of unprotected sex, how can you get infected and thanks to our strong partnerships, get free condoms where we give them out to the people.

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

The core team of Bulgarian Youth Association consists of seven founders and up to ten constant volunteers, all of them young people of different professional profiles, and each one of them responsible for specific aspect of the projects/activities that we realize or plan. The target group of our activities are primarily ambitious and enthusiastic university students seeking additional sources for personal and professional development and interested in working on youth projects. With regard to this, more than 70 young people have been part of our local, national and international activities so far. We have been actively involved in all stages of a youth exchange: planning, defining roles and responsibilities of project partners, meetings, preparation, logistics, communication between all partners involved, arranging project timetables, as well as promotion of projects and dissemination of their results through our Internet pages and by organizing informative sessions for the local youth. We have very well prepared volunteers who have long work in the non-governmental sector and in the field of intercultural dialog, youth initiatives and involving different people in one mission. We believe each of our members could have great contribution to the project aims and will do their best to actively look for new possibilities for solving current issues. The multiplier effect is important for us and our members are ready to help. Over the years we have created vast networks of young people through which we can easily reach out and disseminate the results of the projects. Thus the message we want to spread can be easily seen and continued. Our team possess vast experience in the youth sector and the field of youth exchanges and trainings. Each of our members has previous background in the non-governmental sector and has been involved in voluntary activities. Through the numerous projects that we have taken part in, organized and prepared groups for activities abroad under different youth initiatives, we have gained experience and developed a good sight over the youth work. During the years we have gained significant experience in the fields of event management as well as communication with national and international partners on different organizational levels. All of our team members have significant experience in the NGO sector, as we have worked on integration processes of minority groups, refugees and with disabled people. Currently we are preparing several initiatives in this direction All of our members are very motivated and work with great passion. During the years we have created vast networks of young people through which we can easily reach out and disseminate the results of the projects. Thus the message we want to spread can be easily seen and we are always in touch with young people, who could be involved in various activities. Our team consists of three highly motivated and active founding members /Kristiyan Andreev, Daniel Popov and Nikolay Nedyalkov/, an accountant and several young volunteers . The volunteers assist in the development of the youth voluntary activities and youth exchanges under the Youth in Action Programme and ERASMUS+. - Kristiyan Andreev (Founder and President) – currently studying for bachelor on Public administration 4th year at the University of national and world economy. Highly skilled person in representing the NGO. Involved in the NGO sector since 2011, excellent communicator and youth worker. Actively involved in national youth projects and international Youth in Action and Erasmus+ projects. Went to more than 45 national and international projects. Also he was part of the organization and coordinator of many sport and cultural events. He is also part of the Bulgarian Red Cross Youth and has many trainings and awards including a honorary title for excellence in humanitarian work for 2014. Also part of the biggest student organization – AIESEC, British council – volunteer, Business Club UNWE – in his university and in the Youth UN association. Actively involved in many other organizations and non-formal groups and famous for his partnership building skills. He is the president of Bulgarian Youth Association and Coordinator for Bulgaria of the foundation MasterPeace. Also one of the representatives of the International Peace Youth Group in Bulgaria. - Nikolay Nedyalkov (co-founder and vice-president) – has a master degree in Law. He is dealing with youth policy of the organization, legal assistance, documentation and stability of the structure. He used to work at “Transparency international” Bulgaria, as a legal advisor. Has participated as organizer and interviewer in different types of research groups to sociological agencies. Has been to various national and international trainings, seminars and conferences related to Bulgarian and European legislation, human rights, entrepreneurship, employment and employability, youth empowerment, PR and fundraising of NGO’s, events of contact making and creating partnerships. He has several publications of legal topics. His motto is “Nothing is impossible”. - Daniel Popov is a medical student and an active member in our organization as coordinator of the volunteers. Participated in many Red Cross events and trainings, also very active in Youth in Action and Erasmus+ . His work is to find, appoint, motivate, delegate and coordinate the work of the volunteers so that they feel involved and have self-satisfaction of being an active members of the society. The project manager: Extensive experience in project management and with the former Youth in Action Programme. The accountant: specialised in NGO accounting and works with several NGOs that apply for various grants. Her experience and abilities are proven by the exact calculation of the budget and by excellent work regarding reimbursement of participants. Youth workers and trainers: the Bulgarian Youth Association is proud with the workers which went to more than 70 projects in national and international programmes. Their training and experience prove to be a valuable asset in any project that Youth in Action and Erasmus+ implements or participates in. Most of them were youth exchanges, seminars, training courses, partnership building activities, networking, policy making and some related to European Voluntary Service (EVS) activities. That's why our name is so recognizable and we are considered a reliable and trustworthy partner

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

We want to be part of the family. As young people, we are concerned about our future, and we have to step forward building it, and not wait something to happen. Joining Anna Lindh will give us access to member events and trainings, and also to have the right to apply for projects. This will give us a lot of knowledge for future development. It will be a pleasure joining your foundation. Thanks

Contact (1) Full Name

Kristiyan Andreev

Job Title

President

Head of the organisation

Kristiyan Andreev

Bulgarian –American center of Economics and Management "ECOM INTELLECT"

National Network

Bulgarie

Address

2, Konstantin Velichkov Str.
Plovdiv, 4000
Bulgarie

Telephone

+359 32 655 225

E-Mail

krasimira.bakardzhieva@gmail.com

Mobile Phone

+ 359 889 219 774

Website

http://www.ecomintellect.com

Organisation Type

Private Company

Year of Establishment

1992

Fields of Activity

Youth and education

General Information

ECOM INTELLECT is a Private Professional College issued by Ministry of Education and Science of Bulgaria since 1992. We have the right for execution of the forth educational degree, accomplished in two years in the following professional fields: • Management and Business Administration; • Marketing and Management; • Animation; • Computer Science; • Hospitality and Tourism Management; • Tourist Guiding There are 1200 graduates at present. In January 2006 ECOM INTELLECT received an award in for the College of the year. The education is both in English and Bulgarian. The students are from 20 to 35 years old. Both full time and distance courses are offered. For the excellent execution of the educational process we have prepared highly trained team of qualified lecturers, who teach in English. After Bulgaria became a member of EU on January 1, 2007 we as educational institution have the intention to establish fruitful and beneficial cooperation with similar institution from EU countries. We have contacts with a lot of foreign organizations and universities.

Mission and Objectives

ECOM INTELLECT main mission statement is to make education accessible to all by offering full-time,part-time and distance learning degree programs as well as increasing the adult participation in the non-formal educational system. We prepare students for success in a global market. We would like to restore the link between labor market and education and maintain and enhance leadership role in education and enhance intercultural and cultural relations.
The Bulgaria’s membership in EU is challenge for us for enhancing our cooperation with foreign universities and colleges including the possibilities for representing them in Bulgaria.

Main Projects / Activities

We participated in projects at PHARE program concerning proffessional education of unemployed.
We organize seminar with local public autority concerning environment and sustainable development, education and career development.

Contact (1) Full Name

Krasimira Bakardzhieva

Bulgarie

L’Association pour les Initiatives Internationales de Coopération (ICC) est une organisation qui a été mise en place par des individus qui souhaitent renforcer la société civile. Celle-ci fonctionne comme le Chef de File du Réseau National bulgare.

Les autres domaines d’action de l’association incluent la promotion de la participation des communautés locales dans les processus de décision et les mécanismes de gouvernance; le développement économique et social du pays et de certaines régions cibles; le soutien aux groupes vulnérables; le développement de l’éducation et de la culture; l’égalité des chances et l’intégration des différents groupes ethniques; la résolution de conflits; et la protection de l’environnement.

Internal Rules

Internal Rules_National Network Anna Lindh Bulgaria_updated.pdf

Network Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/BulgarianALF/

Celebration of solidarity and French-Bulgarian friendship in Karlovo

For a sixth consecutive year the Youth and Civic Initiatives in the Rose Valley welcomed 150 of their French friends from Europ'Raid, who arrived in 35 Peugeot 205 cars loaded with 100 kilograms of donations of school, stationery and sports materials for the children from the municipality of Karlovo.

The Vasil Levski Stadium in Karlovo was once again the venue for a celebration of friendship and solidarity on August 16, with which the city's youth centre also celebrated International Youth Day 2024.

Following what was learned during the project of the Youth Centre "Go Green in Sport", the participants of the event were encouraged to always leave the sports grounds clean after their events - all waste was collected, and the plastic water bottles were collected for the "Shisho" bottle-eater in the courtyard of the Youth Centre.

Romanian friends and volunteers from the European Youth Centre in Bucharest also came to help.

The young volunteers of Karlovo are going to distribute the donation from Europ'Raid to the kindergartens, schools and social centres in the municipality.

Center Bulgarian Parents

National Network

Bulgarie

Address

5 Poroi
Blagoevgrad 2700
Blagoevgrad
Bulgarie

Telephone

00359896823304

E-Mail

msnaumova@abv.bg

E-Mail (2)

desirumenova@abv.bg

Organisation Type

Other

Year of Establishment

2009

Fields of Activity

Youth and education

General Information

We are a young organization. We don't have a lot of experience. We are only three people.

Mission and Objectives

To popularize the problems of the current and future parental. To develop plans and strategies to support current and future parents and their execution, too. To ensure collaboration and mediation between families with problems and institutions, local authorities and non-profit organizations, to provide support and consensus on the issues of parental. To develop and implement ways to overcome poverty.

Main Projects / Activities

Participation and implementation of programs for parents and family, social work, helping parents in need and their families, support their development in all areas. Developing, organizing and conducting of educational and training events, courses and training programs in accordance with the needs of parents and families. Providing professional consultations and advice on the activities of the Association.

Contact (1) Full Name

Marieta Naumova

Head of the organisation

Silvia Mitrinska

Contact (2) Full Name

Desislava Rumenova-Miladinova

Center for Art and Culture Sunward

National Network

Bulgarie

Address

8 Pl. 15.IX.1903 St.
Razlog
Bulgarie

Telephone

+359 886 278 347

Telephone (other)

+359 884 800 648

E-Mail

artsunward@abv.bg

E-Mail (2)

artsunward@yahoo.ca

Mobile Phone

+359 886 278 347

Website

http://www.sunward.webs.com

Organisation Type

Non-Governmental Organization

Year of Establishment

2010

Fields of Activity

Arts
International/Cultural relations
Media
Youth and education

General Information

Our Structure of the organization, including 7 board members. We have been participate as a partner organization into several projects connected to youth exchange; leadership; international communication; media Currently we are rolling the organization with the help of local sponsors, incomes from activities, and personal projects. Our main Partners involved in the organization's projects are International Initiatives for Cooperation; Association Link

Mission and Objectives

Center for Art and Culture Sunward, Designs, develops and executes projects, activities and events related to Art, Design, Architecture, Education and Culture in the territory of European Union. We are trying to collaborate with local partners into different causes. Our main goal is focused on Education and how the Creativity could help people learning, improving and creating a better environment for life.

Main Projects / Activities

Some of our classes this year 2012/2013 Education/ Culture/ Atrs Fine and Apply Arts: - Printmaking - Traditional Drawing - Experimental Painting - Traditional decoration - Open workshops, exchange programs Design and Architecture: - Digital Arts - media communications, advertising, culture - Design and Architecture - Environmental changes - Net and Web Art - Digital Painting Theory of Contemporary Arts - Artistic Communication - Theory of Arts - The Art and the Sports, (philosophy of movement) - Performing Art or how to express my self

Contact (1) Full Name

Ivaylo Gogov

Head of the organisation

Razlog, Bulgaria

Contact (2) Full Name

Galiya Mihova

Center for Creative Justice Razgrad

National Network

Bulgarie

Address

Razgrad 7200, complex Osvobozgdenie 34, PoBox 237
Razgrad 7200
Bulgarie

Telephone

0359 84 661694

E-Mail

office@ngo-rz.org

E-Mail (2)

gmilkoff@gmail.com

Mobile Phone

0359 899 187068

Website

http://www.ngo-rz.org

Organisation Type

Non-Governmental Organization

Year of Establishment

1997

Fields of Activity

Democracy and community development

General Information

At present 2 full-time employees work at the NGOs Center: Executive Director and Program Coordinator. The NGOs Center in Razgrad has expanded the interaction between the public institutions and the civil sector. The organization has developed a successful public- private partnership with the Regional and District Courts, Regional Prosecutor and the local police in Razgrad. This encouraged the team to keep up fostering the positive reform in the Judiciary at a local level and affirming the principles of transparency and accountability of the judicial system at national level. The available office (80 sq.m.), located in the center of Razgrad, which is additional advantage for the project implementation. Enough space with controlled electronic and human access will be available for the project team. The office has: meeting room; 4 PC, laptop, printer, copy machine, direct phones; direct internet access; multi media; a secretary. These available resources make us confident that we could provide quality management support and expert assistance to the financial organization. We are founder of National Court Watch Network in Bulgaria (June 2007). Since Aug 2006 the NGOs Centre is a member of the National Civic Coalition for Monitoring of EU funds in Bulgaria. Since February 2005 the organization is an active member of the Social Services Network and founder of the Association of Social Enterprises in Bulgaria. In March 2004 the Organization was a co-founder of the Community Policing Network in Bulgaria. In May 2004, the NGOs Center represented Bulgaria in the process of building the Minority Policing Regional Network in Romania. The NGOs Centre Razgrad works in close partnership with the local courts in North-East Bulgaria and closely monitors the regional implications of the National Reform in the Judiciary

Mission and Objectives

The mission of the NGOs Center is to advocate for civic participation in the democratization process at local level. The organization strongly supports the overall development of a civil society in Razgrad Region.

Main Projects / Activities

Community Policing; A sequence of 6 one-year projects focused on developing community policing were implemented by the organization. Trainings on the National Strategy “Police Close to Society” were provided. A Police Support Group was established in Razgrad as a result of the long and successful collaboration between the NGOs Centre and the Regional police headquarters. Social inclusion and human rights: At present the NGOs Center in Razgrad implements a number of local and regional projects “Roma community consultants”, “Equal Opportunities for Job Placement at the Police for Representatives of Ethnic Minorities”, “Daily Center for Socially Disadvantaged Women”. The development of the NGOs Center as a social services provider is a priority for 2006 and 2007. The organization provides support to vulnerable groups, especially social and health-care support to women from ethnic minority groups. In 2005-2009 the organization filed over 100 cases based on the Access to Information Act before the Regional and court of Razgrad and Supreme Administrative Court, against the local authorities. In over 70 % of the cases the court pronounced the denied access to information as illegal. Apart of the abovementioned projects the NGOs Center has completed a number of other democracy-related projects. Full texts available at: http://ngo-rz.org; http://court.ngo-rz.org; http://police.ngo-rz.org.

Contact (1) Full Name

Georgi Milkov Dimitrov

Head of the organisation

Georgi Milkov Dimitrov, Chariman od the managing Board