The event brought together 22 young participants and decision-makers from Romania and Bulgaria, offering them the opportunity to explore environmental challenges, exchange good practices, and develop advocacy skills for a greener future.The mobility began on 24 January with the official opening session. Participants were welcomed by the host organisation, Youth Information Centre Karlovo, and engaged in introductory activities to get to know each other.

Through interactive exercises such as fears and expectations, young people shared their motivations and concerns, building trust and setting a collaborative tone for the week. Teambuilding activities followed, creating a strong group spirit across the Romanian and Bulgarian teams. The day closed with moments of informal social interaction, allowing participants to connect in a relaxed atmosphere.

The second day focused on strengthening knowledge about climate change and ecological terminology.

Morning sessions began with a recap of activities carried out so far in the project, followed by a climate change workshop, where participants examined the causes, consequences, and global implications of climate change. They discussed how local realities are linked to global environmental challenges.

After lunch, an eco-vocabulary workshop introduced key concepts and terms used in environmental discourse. This was followed by an interactive plogging event near the Suchurum Waterfall in Karlovo – combining physical activity with litter collection. The initiative demonstrated that every action, no matter how small, can contribute to protecting natural spaces.

Day three emphasized communication and personal responsibility.

In the morning, a storytelling and green activism workshop helped participants discover how stories can be used as tools for inspiring change and mobilizing communities. Young people practiced building narratives that connect emotions, facts, and solutions.

In the afternoon, they joined a workshop on ecological behaviour at personal and community level. Discussions focused on how daily habits influence the environment, and how community-level initiatives can amplify impact. The combination of personal reflection and group dialogue encouraged participants to see themselves both as individuals and as part of a collective movement for change.

The fourth day highlighted cooperation between youth and institutions.

The morning session featured a guest speaker who introduced participants to local and regional policies on environmental protection. This was followed by a meeting with Karlovo city officials, where participants presented their perspectives on environmental issues and listened to the municipality’s strategies.

In the afternoon, the group visited the local composting station, learning how organic waste is processed and transformed into valuable resources. Later, a study visit to the Central Balkan National Park in Kalofer offered an inspiring view into biodiversity conservation and the daily work of rangers protecting ecosystems.

The evening was free for cultural exploration, giving participants time to discover Karlovo’s traditions and history.

The final day of the mobility was dedicated to consolidating knowledge and planning future steps.

In the morning, participants worked on policy recommendation workshops, drafting proposals for environmental policies at local and regional level. These recommendations built on the knowledge acquired during the mobility and on the field experiences of the previous days.

The programme concluded with a final evaluation session, where participants reflected on their personal growth, achievements, and challenges. During the YouthPass ceremony, each young participant received a certificate recognizing the competences acquired – from teamwork and intercultural communication to environmental knowledge and advocacy skills.

The Karlovo mobility provided an inspiring mix of education, field practice, and intercultural exchange. By combining theoretical workshops with practical actions such as plogging, institutional dialogue, and field visits, the event strengthened the role of youth as active changemakers in environmental protection.

Participants left with stronger competences, concrete advocacy proposals, and valuable international connections. The cross-border collaboration between Romania and Bulgaria once again highlighted that climate challenges transcend borders – and that only through joint efforts can young people build a sustainable future for the Danube region and beyond.