# Bulgarian youth engagement and policy initiatives

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bulgarian-youth-engagement-and-policy-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-10-29T18:42:10.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Bulgaria has hosted several initiatives aimed at increasing youth involvement in civic and political life. In Pazardzhik, an Erasmus+ exchange titled “Digital Democracy: Youth Voices Online!” engaged leaders from multiple countries in discussions regarding voter motivation, media literacy, and political decision making. Simultaneously, a forum in Pernik addressed social inclusion, specifically focusing on autism and inclusive education through dialogue between specialists and parents.

Building on these local efforts, the Bulgarian Ministry of Youth and Sports organized the second National Youth Conference. This event brought together citizens aged 15 to 29 with state officials to review national youth policy. Deputy Minister Yulia Todorova advocated for young people to be active participants in decision making processes, focusing on local policy, youth work, and broader participation strategies.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-29: Bulgaria holds second National Youth Conference to discuss policy reforms

Bulgaria's second National Youth Conference gathered young people and officials to propose reforms for youth policy, focusing on participation, local governance, and development opportunities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bulgaria-holds-second-national-youth-conference-to-discuss-policy-reforms

### 2026-10-29: Youth forums held in Bulgaria focus on democracy and inclusion

Youth forums in Pazardzhik and Pernik, Bulgaria, addressed digital democracy and social inclusion for people with special needs.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/youth-forums-held-in-bulgaria-focus-on-democracy-and-inclusion

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