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Experts from Varna Free University Train Volunteers in Crisis, Disaster and Emergency Response
20 July 2026
Experts from the Department of Security and Safety at Varna Free University "Chernorizets Hrabar" delivered a specialized micro-credential course designed to prepare volunteers for effective response to crises, natural disasters and emergencies.
The training combined theoretical instruction with intensive practical exercises aimed at developing the participants' knowledge and hands-on skills for responding to emergency situations. Volunteers took part in realistic simulation scenarios, including earthquake response in a specialized simulator, first aid in field conditions, firefighting techniques, landslide response, and other disaster management exercises.
The theoretical sessions were held at the Regional Directorate "Fire Safety and Civil Protection" in Varna on 23–24 June 2026 and at the Vocational Training Centre of the Regional Directorate "Fire Safety and Civil Protection" under the General Directorate "Fire Safety and Civil Protection" in Montana on 1–2 July 2026.
The best-performing participants will have the unique opportunity to travel to Thessaloniki, Greece, where they will join international volunteer teams for joint training exercises, exchange experience, and share best practices in disaster preparedness and emergency response.
The training was organized within the framework of the European project No. BSB01014 "Black Sea Unites Against Natural Disasters (BSB-BSUAND)", funded by the INTERREG NEXT Black Sea Basin Programme 2021–2027.
As part of the project, all volunteers were provided with professional field equipment, which will remain at the disposal of the volunteer unit and support its future operations in civil protection and emergency response activities.
