Salome Lobzhanidze is a Georgian volunteer who joined AUSLANDSGESELLSCHAFT SACHSEN-ANHALT E.V. in Germany carried out her long-term European Solidarity Corps project funded by the European Solidarity Corps programme of the European Union. Read more about her experience below: “My name is Salome, and I come from Tbilisi, Georgia. I participated in a long-term volunteering project…
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Art Workshop
We are pleased to share that the event initiated by BITISI, aimed at expanding the creative horizons of emerging artists, was successfully carried out. The young participants were hosted by Fun Art Studio, where they spent a day immersed in creative energy and engaging activities designed to inspire and develop their artistic potential. At the…
Inclusion in ESC and Youth Exchanges
Our organization recently was a project partner in the training course titled “Inclusion in ESC and Youth Exchanges: Addressing Challenges in EU Youth Programmes”. This initiative was hosted by the Asociatia Nationala de Dezvoltare Continua a Tineretului din Romania (ANDCTR) and co-funded by the European Union. The program took place in Side, Turkey, from February…
Debate at Davitianni
On January 31, a debate event organized by members of BITISI’s Public Speaking Group took place at Davitiani. The discussion focused on timely and relevant topics, including the use of mobile phones in schools and the role of artificial intelligence across different professions. The event brought together young people aged 17 and above, who were…
Interactive Meeting at Kubi Context
On January 28, an interactive meeting organized by BITISI’s Human Rights Group took place at Kubi Context. The event was dedicated to human rights, children’s rights, and the stereotypes that persist within society, bringing together active young people aged 16 and above. The main objective of the project was to raise awareness among participants, encourage…
“Growth happens when you step into the unknown” • Ana Maisuradze
Ana Maisuradze is a Georgian volunteer who joined Progetto Zattera Blu in Italy carried out her long-term European Solidarity Corps project funded by the European Solidarity Corps programme of the European Union. Read more about her experience below: “Hi There, this is Ana. Have you ever thought about leaving your comfort zone to follow something…
“Small initiatives could create real connections and make young people feel understood” • Beka Gabelia
Beka Gabelia is a Georgian volunteer who joined AWO Bremen in 2025 and carried out his long-term European Solidarity Corps project funded by the European Solidarity Corps programme of the European Union. Read more about his experience below: “I decided to join the European Solidarity Corps because I wanted to broaden my perspectives, take chances,…
“For me, volunteering is not just about giving — it’s about growing, learning, and building meaningful connections that can change the way you see the world and yourself” • Barbare Turmanidze
Barbare Turmanidze is a Georgian volunteer who joined Casa da Juventude de Amarante in 2025 and carried out her long-term European Solidarity Corps project funded by the European Solidarity Corps programme of the European Union. Read more about her experience below: “Hi! I’m Barbare from Georgia 🇬🇪 — though friends know me by many names….
Narrative Navigators
From 21–29 September 2025, our team took part in the Training Course Narrative Navigators in Wald am Arlberg, Austria. The project gathered youth workers and educators from 10 countries to explore how storytelling and literature can become powerful tools for inclusion and emotional support. Throughout the 7-day program, participants dived into bibliotherapy, creative writing, poetry,…
“The Beginning of 2025: A New Chapter” • Zaza Gujabidze
Zaza Gujabidze is a Georgian volunteer who joined organization Jugendsozialwerk in Germany in 2024 and for 11 months, carried out his long-term European Solidarity Corps project funded by the European Solidarity Corps programme of the European Union. Read more about his experience below: “The beginning of 2025 felt like a fresh start. Living alone for…
“Between Laughter and Goodbyes: Six Months That Changed My World” • Irine Pipia
Irine Pipia is a Georgian volunteer who joined organization Prom in Poland in 2025 and for 10 months, carried out her long-term European Solidarity Corps project funded by the European Solidarity Corps programme of the European Union. Read more about her experience below: “Volunteering abroad has been one of the most transformative experiences of my…
“At Gaudi, I worked closely with students and teachers, contributed to various educational and cultural activities” • Neli Khaindrava
Neli Khaindrava is a Georgian volunteer who joined Základní škola a mateřská škola Gaudi in Czechia in 2024 and for 10 months, carried out her long-term European Solidarity Corps project funded by the European Solidarity Corps programme of the European Union. Read more about her experience below: “Participating in a long-term volunteering project abroad has…