Social policy
News on social assistance, pensions, employment, income, welfare programs, and protection of vulnerable groups.
National Adoption Register: New Rules and Statistics for 2025
The Social Assistance Agency reveals current data on adoption in Bulgaria, presenting details about the number of children and prospective adoptive parents as of mid-2025.
Ministry of Labor Launches Extensive Campaign Against Drugs Among Adolescents
The State Agency for Child Protection launched a large-scale preventive initiative aimed at limiting the spread of psychoactive substances among young people through innovative informational materials.
Pension System in Bulgaria: Reforms, Challenges, and Future
Exclusive interview with the manager of the National Social Security Institute Vesela Karativanova reveals strategic plans for the development of social security, including changes in retirement age and electronic services.
Employment Opportunities in Pomorie and Nesebar: Financial Measures for Employers 2025
The Employment Bureau Directorate - Pomorie announces subsidized employment and training programs for employers in the region during August 2025.
Bulgaria - European Leader in Supporting Ukrainian Refugees: UN Report
An official UN report reveals the exceptional role of Bulgaria in receiving and integrating Ukrainian refugees, highlighting the country's humanitarian efforts and social solidarity.
Water Crisis and Problems in Boarding Schools: Shocking Revelations by the Ombudsman
The Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva reveals serious challenges in water supply and the education system, pointing out critical gaps in child care and infrastructure.
Unique opportunity for work: Measure "I Choose Bulgaria" attracts talents to small municipalities
The Ministry of Labor has launched an innovative program for returning Bulgarians from abroad and internal mobility, offering attractive job positions in small settlements.
Social Policy in Action: Large-Scale Support Measures After Summer Challenges
The Ministry of Labor and Social Policy is taking comprehensive actions to support affected citizens, improve social services, and address the demographic crisis.
Large-Scale Social Reform: Minister Gutsanov Reveals New Services and Sanctions
The Ministry of Social Policy is taking radical measures to transform social homes, introduce strict regulations, and improve care for vulnerable groups.
Bulgaria is expanding refugee centers due to a growing wave of migration
The Ministry of Interior plans to increase the capacity of reception centers in Southern Bulgaria due to growing migration pressure from conflict zones.
Refugee Integration: Urgent Call for Systemic Reforms in Bulgaria
Leading non-governmental organizations are calling for a comprehensive state strategy that ensures effective social adaptation of refugees through education, employment, and language training.
A revolutionary online platform helps refugees in Bulgaria
Bulgarian Council for Refugees and Migrants launches an innovative digital resource with UN support, which provides comprehensive information on social integration.
Bulgaria continues to support Ukrainian refugees until 2026
The caretaker government extends the state program for accommodation and support of Ukrainians with temporary protection, covering nearly 200 thousand people.
Financial support for employers hiring people with disabilities: New employment opportunities
The Ministry of Labor and Social Policy has launched a national program that provides financial incentives of up to 20,000 leva for employers adapting workplaces for people with disabilities.
National Plan for Return: Bulgarians from Abroad with New Opportunities
An innovative state program "Choose Bulgaria" launches a large-scale campaign for the reintegration of compatriots, offering attractive conditions for relocation to small settlements.