The D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics Held an Open Doors Event under Project ROBG00251 Cross-Border Youth Safety and Inclusion (CBYSI)

Project „Cross-Border Youth Safety and Inclusion:  Modernizing Training Facilities and Developing a Comprehensive Good Practices Guide  ” (CBYSI - ROBG00251), is co-funded by the European Union through European  Regional Development Fund under the Interreg VI-A Romania-Bulgaria Programme

On 20  November 2025, the D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics – Svishtov, together with  participants connected online via Zoom, hosted an Open Doors event under  Project ROBG00251 Cross-Border Youth Safety and Inclusion: Modernizing Training  Facilities and Developing a Comprehensive Good Practices Guide (CBYSI), funded  by the Interreg VI-A Romania–Bulgaria Programme 2021–2027. The project is  implemented with the Dolj County Police Inspectorate, Romania, as Lead Partner,  the D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics as Partner, and the Dolj County School  Inspectorate as Associated Partner.
Assoc.  Prof. Marin Marinov, PhD, Rector of the D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics,  welcomed the members of the Lead Partner, the Associated Partner, the team of  the Academy, as well as the scientists, academic staff, students, and other  stakeholders present in the hall. The Project Coordinator officially opened the  event and emphasized that we live in a modern, digitally connected world, which  enabled part of the participants to join online.

During  the event, the main concept of the project was presented, emphasising the  improvement of access to quality and inclusive education through the  modernisation of training infrastructure, enhanced cross-border cooperation,  and the development of joint training programmes. The discussion highlighted  the importance of aligning educational outcomes with labour market needs, as  well as the significance of youth safety, personal development, and social  inclusion on both sides of the border.
The team of  the Academy presented the progress achieved so far, including: preparation of  documentation for the renovation of auditoriums 46, 51, and 52; initiation of  procurement procedures for equipment; and the development of the project  website and communication channels. Upcoming activities were also outlined,  such as finalising the procurement procedures for renovation works, developing  curricula and student selection methodology, and conducting a literature review  for the Guide to Best Practices for Youth Safety and Conduct.

On behalf  of the Lead Partner – Dolj County Police Inspectorate – the Romanian team  presented key project implementation highlights. Expected results from the  upcoming self-defence and safe driving trainings were outlined, as well as the  importance of cross-border cooperation for strengthening youth safety and  inclusion. Partners emphasised the added value of the joint approach and the  long-term benefits for both communities.
Participants  were introduced to the expected project results, including the training of a  total of 240 young people in areas such as sustainable personal finance, green  economy, corporate social responsibility, self-defence, and safe driving. The  added value of the partnership and its long-lasting contribution to educational  resilience and youth inclusion in the cross-border region were underlined.
The event  concluded with a short discussion and Q&A session.

Project „Cross-Border Youth Safety and Inclusion: Modernizing Training Facilities and Developing a Comprehensive Good Practices Guide ” (CBYSI - ROBG00251) Editor of the material: Galina Chipriyanova Date of publishing: 20.11.2025 The content of this material does not necessarily represent the official position of the European Union.