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  • Green Belt Park

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    European Green Belt Days 2024 – Ceration of Green Belt Park“
    In partnership with PUC Standard and Elementary School “Dubrava” Knjaževac – Subsidiary School Kalna, TEAM established a Green Belt Park in the village of Kalna, Serbia, at the entrance to Stara Planina National Park. The project promotes the European Green Belt (EGB) initiative by enhancing environmental awareness and encouraging cross-sector cooperation. Located at a key crossroads used by locals and tourists, the park features 24 planted trees, symbolizing the 24 countries along the Green Belt. Equipped with picnic tables and waste bins, the space serves as a welcoming, educational spot and is regularly maintained by PUC Standard.

  • Project BALKANIA ROUTE

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    Two Steps Towards Others
    BALKANIA ROUTE is a regional initiative promoting sustainable tourism, cross-border cooperation, and cultural exchange along the Balkan Green Belt, part of the European Green Belt. The project connects and enhances hiking trails across Serbia, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Turkey, and Romania, offering a 3,300 km journey through stunning landscapes, biodiversity, and shared heritage. Implemented by a coalition of civil society organizations, BALKANIA ROUTE strengthens local cooperation, supports eco-tourism, and encourages knowledge exchange. By transforming former divisions into opportunities for unity, the project positions the Balkan Green Belt as a symbol of sustainability, cultural richness, and regional development.

  • Project BALKANIA ROUTE: Two Steps Towards Others

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    The BALKANIA ROUTE project marks a significant milestone in promoting sustainable tourism and regional cooperation along the Balkan Green Belt (BGB), a vital part of the broader European Green Belt (EGB). Focused on strengthening, supporting, and connecting existing trail infrastructure, the project not only highlights the region’s natural beauty but also reinforces shared cultural and…

  • TEAM Joins European Green Belt Association

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    In 2024, the citizens’ association TEAM officially became a member of the European Green Belt Association—an esteemed international network dedicated to preserving one of Europe’s most important ecological corridors. The European Green Belt spans over 12,500 kilometres along the former Iron Curtain, stretching from the Barents Sea in the north to the Black and Adriatic…

  • TEAM Participates in International Eco Festival in Bulgaria

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    Representatives of the citizens’ association TEAM took part in the 6th Hunting Falcon Festival, organized by the Bulgarian association Green Balkans as part of the project “Life for Falcons.” The event was held in the village of Malo Kadievo, near Stara Zagora, Bulgaria. This unique eco festival celebrated efforts to protect the endangered saker falcon…

  • TEAM Participates in BESTbelt Balkan Regional Conference in Haskovo

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    From May 13 to 16, 2024, representatives of the citizens’ association TEAM participated in the BESTbelt Balkan Regional Conference held in Haskovo, Bulgaria, situated within the cross-border region shared by Bulgaria, Greece, and Turkey. The event brought together more than 40 participants from over 20 organizations across all nine countries of the Balkan Green Belt….

  • OLD MOUNTAIN-NEW PRACTICES

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    Circular economy focused on people and nature.
    This project aims to reduce pressure on biodiversity and natural resources in the Balkan Green Belt (BGB) and European Green Belt (EGB) by promoting circular economy (CE) practices in the Stara Planina area. Through education, capacity building, and networking, it introduced a sustainable CE model for small tourist villages. Residents, tourism households, and service providers adopted mindful consumption and reuse of household and tourist-generated waste. Local authorities and public utilities received tools and training to continue CE efforts. The project also fostered strong cooperation and created an active network of circular communities along the Green Belt corridor.

  • OLD MOUNTAIN-NEW PRACTICES: a circular economy focused on people and nature

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    The circular economy (CE) project implemented in the Stara Planina area has officially concluded with remarkable results. Designed to reduce pressure on biodiversity, natural resources, and ecosystem services within the Balkan Green Belt (BGB)/European Green Belt (EGB), the project focused on CE education, capacity building, and the creation of an active, informed network of key…

  • Youth virtual incubator

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    The Youth Virtual Incubator project, implemented in 2022, addresses rural youth migration by strengthening the support ecosystem for young people across Serbia. The project focused on helping youth realize their social, material, and intellectual potential within their communities. Key goals included understanding rural youth needs, identifying effective digital tools, and improving their knowledge and skills. A technical solution was developed to provide accessible online support, empowering young people to grow without relocating. By promoting inclusion and opportunity in rural areas, the Youth Virtual Incubator contributes to building more resilient communities and a better future for Serbia’s young generation.

  • Youth virtual incubator

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    The “Youth Virtual Incubator” project, funded by the Ministry of Family Care and Demography, has successfully concluded, marking a major step toward addressing youth migration and building resilient, digitally connected communities in Serbia’s rural areas. Launched in 2022, the project aimed to reduce the negative trend of youth migration by strengthening the youth ecosystem and…