Within the project, the main activities were:

1. training sessions and practical modules Topics: development of social and civic skills, participation in democratic life, green practices, critical thinking and combating disinformation about climate change.
   – Methods used: group work, role-playing games, debates, simulations and case discussions.
   – Emphasis was placed on the 7R principles (Rethink, Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Regift, Recycle) and their application in the daily lives of the participants and their organizations.
2. Cultural exchange and visits to good practices
   – Participants visited the Kiten Wastewater Treatment Plant, as well as local environmental initiatives in the Primorsko Municipality.
   – Evenings were organized for intercultural exchange and presentation of environmental causes from different regions of Turkey and Bulgaria.
3. Session for sharing and multiplying the results
   – On the last day, participants presented their own mini-projects for applying what they learned in their organizations and communities.
4. The training was evaluated through group discussions, feedback and a questionnaire.
5. The results and good practices were shared on the online platform of the Youth Centre and through social networks.
6. Training modules
   The training was structured in five thematic blocks:

• Module 1: “Active citizenship and youth participation in democratic life” – role-playing games, simulations and debates on topics related to youth engagement.
• Module 2: “Green policies and climate change” – presentations, teamwork and analysis of examples from the EU and Turkey.
• Module 3: “7R principles in action” – practical exercises on sustainable consumption, reuse and recycling.
• Module 4: “Youth work and social inclusion” – discussions and sharing of good practices from working with disadvantaged youth.
• Module 5: “Project thinking and local initiatives” – work in small groups and preparation of ideas for future green initiatives.

1. Field activities and visits to good practices

• Carrying out an eco-activity on cleaning and afforestation of a public area in the Primorsko region.
• Observation and exchange with local organizations working on projects for the protection of the Black Sea coast.

1. Intercultural evenings and cultural exchange

• Evening “Getting to know Turkey” – presentation of Turkish culture, traditions and youth policies.
• Evening “Bulgaria and Europe in Green” – presentation of Bulgarian and European initiatives for sustainable development.

The selection of participants was carried out by the partner organization System & Generation (Turkey) in close cooperation with the International Youth Center (IYC – Bulgaria). The procedure followed the principles of transparency, equal access and inclusion, in accordance with the values ​​of the Erasmus+ program and the Council of Europe youth work standards.
Selection ProcedureAnnouncing the Opportunity to Participateo The opportunity to participate in the international training was publicly announced through the online channels of System & Generation, social networks and partner youth structures.
o A detailed description of the project objectives, topics, implementation period and expectations for participants was published.

2. Application
   – Candidates submitted an online application form containing information on personal motivation, previous experience in youth initiatives and interest in the topic of sustainable development and active citizenship.
   – Candidates confirmed their willingness to actively participate in all activities and to share the acquired experience upon return.
3. Evaluation and Selection
   The selection was carried out by a committee of three members – a representative of System & Generation, a project coordinator and a trainer from the MMC.
   o Selection criteria (measurable):
   – Motivation and commitment to the project topics (up to 40 points);
   – Experience in volunteering or youth initiatives (up to 20 points);
   – Level of communication skills and teamwork (up to 20 points);
   – Gender balance, social background and regional representation (up to 10 points);
   – Potential for multiplication of results after training (up to 10 points).
   o Each candidate was assessed using a single form, and the final selection was confirmed by a protocol.
4. Informing and preparing participants
   Approved candidates received an official notification and a preliminary package with information about the logistics, the program and expectations for them.
   An online preparatory meeting was held in English, led by Gürkan Güneş (System & Generation), where participants were introduced to the methodology of non-formal learning, the principles of equality and intercultural communication.