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Erasmus+ Mobility Tackle Sustainability in Cyprus

Following the meeting in Germany, the European Future 3 project recently convened in *Limassol, Cyprus (April 20–24, 2026). Students from Germany, Bulgaria, and Cyprus gathered to transform environmental theory into real-world action.

Key Highlights

The Circular Economy:Workshops moved beyond the "take-make-waste" model, focusing on the environmental impact of Fast Fashion and designing regenerative solutions.

Global Leadership:A specialized seminar by the WAVES Foundation pushed students to solve problems in multinational teams, fostering essential cross-cultural communication.

Heritage & Unity:The group traveled to Nicosia to visit the Leventis Municipal Museum and the Green Line, reflecting on the Erasmus+ mission of building bridges across divided histories.

Looking Ahead

The week concluded with a certificate ceremony, marking the transition from three national groups into one unified team.

"We leave as a single team with a shared vision for a sustainable Europe."

The journey now moves toward its final destination: Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Stay tuned as these young change-makers finish building their roadmap for a greener tomorrow.

#ErasmusPlus #Sustainability #Limassol2026 #GreenEurope

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From Erasmus to Zlatarov:

The Shared Path to Enlightenment and Europe

The connection between Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov and Erasmus of Rotterdam is exceptionally strong on ideological, philosophical, and institutional levels.

1. The Philosophy of Humanism

Both are prominent representatives of humanism, though in different historical contexts:

- Erasmus of Rotterdam was the "Prince of the Humanists" during the Renaissance. He believed in the power of education, reason, tolerance, and critical thinking. His ambition was to reform society through enlightenment.

- Asen Zlatarov is often called the "Knight of the Spirit" and the "greatest Bulgarian humanist" of the 20th century. His concept of humanizing science and society directly corresponds to Erasmus's ideas on the value of the human person and peaceful coexistence. He was not just a chemist but a public figure who preached that science must serve humanity and its well-being. His motto was: "Love, Light, and Living Community."

2. Our School: The Direct Institutional Bridge

Our school, bearing Zlatarov’s name, is an active participant in the "Erasmus+"programme. Thus, Zlatarov’s legacy (education and science for the benefit of society) is realized today through international exchange inspired by the traveling scholar Erasmus of Rotterdam.

3. Enlightenment Activities

Erasmus traveled across Europe to spread knowledge and unite scholars. Zlatarov did the same in Bulgaria – he was a tireless lecturer who traveled the country to speak about science, morality, and art. Both believed that a scientist should not remain locked in an office but should be among the people.

4. The Idea of a "Citizen of the World"

Both thinkers transcended national borders:

Erasmus: Traveled throughout Europe, taught in different countries, and believed in a common European cultural identity.

Zlatarov: As a scientist who specialized in Geneva, Grenoble, and Munich, he brought European experience to Bulgaria. He was a convinced pacifist and believed that the progress of one nation is part of the overall progress of humanity.

"Science is power only when it is in the hands of people with pure hearts." In this spirit of Zlatarov, modern students expand their horizons through the "Erasmus" program.

https://projects.webnode.page/patronen-praznik/?_gl=1*44qkgi*_gcl_au*MTcxMDQ2MTM5NS4xNzcwNjQ3Nzgx

https://pgt-zlatarov-plovdiv.com/side-projects.php?id=427

"From Erasmus's Pen to Zlatarov's Heart."
(От перото на Еразъм до сърцето на Златаров.)

"Science for Humanity, Education for Peace." (Наука за човечеството, образование за мир.)

"Two Giants, One European Dream.". (Двама гиганти, една европейска мечта.)

Second selection procedure in Bulgaria:

The results:

https://projects.webnode.page/selection-procedure/?_gl=1*128fa6y*_gcl_au*MTcxMDQ2MTM5NS4xNzcwNjQ3Nzgx

https://pgt-zlatarov-plovdiv.com/side-projects.php?id=422

https://projects.webnode.page/selection-procedure/?_gl=1*1rtga0n*_gcl_au*MTAyMjMwNzExNC4xNzYyNTgzMjkzLjg2MDI5Mzc3OS4xNzY1Mjg0NTMzLjE3NjUyODQ1MzQ

The selection procedure:

https://projects.webnode.page/selection-procedure/?_gl=1*fqxorv*_gcl_au*OTYwNzQ2MTcyLjE3NTQ2NDMzNTkuMzc2OTI4MTIuMTc1ODA5MTQ1Mi4xNzU4MDkxNDUy

https://pgt-zlatarov-plovdiv.com/side-projects.php?id=415<br>

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A Successful Start

Projects under Key Action 1, Erasmus+ Programme

🌱 Students and teachers from Germany, Bulgaria and Cyprus, joined forces in the project- European Future 3 – Sustainable Reality to seek solutions for a greener and more sustainable world.

The inspiring week featured workshops, intercultural exchanges, a visit to the European Parliament in Brussels, and the symbolic planting of a tree – a living symbol of the shared commitment to a greener future.

The participants returned home motivated to continue working together for a sustainable tomorrow. 🌿✨

Project Symbols

Project Logo Competition

There was a competition for the project logo. Students had different ideas about the design — some presented the logo as a symbolic sign of the project, others added text, while some created it as a drawing or combined all these elements. The participants focused on creating the most attractive logo that would best represent the project’s identity and values. Each partner school proposed its own logo design and provided a short description. After voting, the logo created by the Bulgarian school was selected as the official logo of the project.

Selection procedure

All schools started a secetion procedure to establish the school teams. The students were invited to apply for the project and take part in the activities. Each school has to select a group of 6- 14 students according to the criteria described in the project application form.

Bulgaria :

https://projects.webnode.page/selection-procedure/?_gl=1*1ensvv7*_gcl_au*OTYwNzQ2MTcyLjE3NTQ2NDMzNTkuMzc2OTI4MTIuMTc1ODA5MTQ1Mi4xNzU4MDkxNDUy

https://pgt-zlatarov-plovdiv.com/side-projects.php?id=421

Cyprus:

CRITERIA FOR THE SELECTION OF THE STUDENTS FROM C TECHIVAL SCHOOL LIMASSOL

For the selection of students to participate in the European Future project, we aimed to include representatives from all fields of study in our school, ensuring a diverse and well-rounded team. The main selection criteria were academic, with particular emphasis on a good knowledge of English and overall academic performance. In addition, we sought students with strong social skills, open-mindedness, and the ability to collaborate effectively with peers from different countries and cultural backgrounds.