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Varna to Host Second International Forum of Bulgarian Chitalishte

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Varna hosts the Second International Forum of Bulgarian Chitalishte (Community Cultural Centres) from October 1 to 3, the organisers from the Vasil Levski 1945 Community Cultural Centre in the coastal city announced on Monday. The forum will bring together representatives of cultural and educational institutions from different regions of Bulgaria, Bulgarian communities abroad, cultural and educational organisations, and experts. This year, delegates will discuss what needs to change to ensure that community cultural centres can not only preserve their unique role, but also continue to develop it in the face of new social, technological and cultural realities. The discussions will focus not only on successful practices, but also on the real challenges facing the centres, including management, funding, administrative burdens, staff capacity, engaging younger generations, digitalisation, partnerships, and opportunities to play a more active role in local development. A special place in th