Youth from Nessebar build the future of tourism through the COOPOWER project

22.06.2026 | Region

Students from the Vocational High School of Tourism in Sunny Beach discussed the future of the region and sustainable tourism with the support of the Municipality of Nessebar and ABCO.

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Students and experts discuss the future of the Black Sea region

An inspiring lesson-discussion was held with 10th and 11th-grade students from the "Ivan Vazov" Vocational High School of Tourism in Sunny Beach. The initiative, organized by the Association of Bulgarian Black Sea Municipalities (ABSRM) and the Municipality of Nessebar, focused on the role of young people in the development of a sustainable tourism sector.

"We believe that the potential for a more sustainable, modern, and beautiful Black Sea region lies within the young generation," emphasized the Municipality of Nessebar.

The "World Café" method: Practice and innovation

Using the interactive "World Café" method, the youth worked on real-life cases regarding urban environment development. A highlight of the event was the COOPOWER project, which offers:

This training format bridges the gap between education and the labor market, preparing future professionals for the real challenges in tourism.