In Sevlievo, Bulgaria the municipality held a youth workshop to support NEET reintegration through self-discipline, community projects, and teamwork.
Starting Small, Thinking Big
The workshop explored how small steps in the local community can help NEET youth reconnect and build long-term goals.
Workshop Goals
- Encourage initiative and goal setting.
- Explore volunteering and civic involvement.
- Promote self-discipline through structure and reflection.
Key Activities
- Community Challenge – Youth groups created proposals for micro-projects in their town.
- 21-Day Planner – Tools to build daily routines and accountability.
- Story Wall – NEET youth shared how they took first steps to change their situation.
Participant Reflections
"I left with a plan and the belief that I can change things around me."
Outputs and Legacy
The municipality committed to funding youth-led mini-projects developed during the workshop.