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The first civic initiative under the “Social Contract for Early Childhood” project brought together around 40 parents and their children and young people
Gabrovo, 17 August 2026 – Around 35 parents of children with autism from Ruse and parents of young people with intellectual disabilities from Plovdiv met from 14 to 17 August in the Lyulyatsite area near Gabrovo. The meeting between the Association of Parents of Children and Adults with Autism – Ruse and “Parallel World” Association… Continue reading
There is a place in Ruse with an almost impossible name to remember, but with hard-to-forget stories. Nadezhda Tsekulova visited a center where children with serious illnesses and complex needs live to try to understand what good care means in Bulgaria today.
In Bulgaria, “palliative care” is still understood as “to relieve the pain of the dying”. And they are this, but much more. The lack of a sufficient understanding of what modern palliative care is prevents us from providing… Continue reading
Sometimes a gift is much more than an object – it is a gesture of kindness, care and compassion.
We are delighted to share that the children at Sluncho Children’s Integrated Services have received a wonderful gift – a swimming pool generously donated by Burak Pehlivanov.
This is not the first time Burak has supported our children, and we are deeply grateful that he has once again chosen to stand by them. Thanks to this generous donation, the… Continue reading
On 30 June 2026, Equilibrium’s Family Centre hosted the second community forum under the Public Agreement for Early Childhood project, bringing together families raising children on the autism spectrum.
It was an exceptionally moving meeting. More than a discussion, it was a space where parents and professionals came together to share experiences, hopes and ideas about how life for children and their families can be improved.
Parents spoke openly about their difficult journey – from the first signs that… Continue reading
On 29 June 2026, the Equilibrium team held the first community forum on Early Childhood Development with parents from the villages of Kosharna, Stambolovo and Malko Vranovo.
This was the first of nine forums to be organised as part of the Public Agreement for Early Childhood project, implemented by Equilibrium in partnership with the Free Youth Centre – Vidin, with For Our Children Foundation as the lead partner.
The forum took place at the Community Centre in… Continue reading
Have you ever had someone thank you for giving them the opportunity to do a good deed? It happened to us. And it is one of those encounters that leaves a lasting impression.
Our special friend, Lilia Goranova, donated all proceeds from her first book, The Thief, to the children and young people living at the Pink House Residential Care Centre.
It is difficult to describe Lilia in just a few words. She is a remarkably talented person with… Continue reading
The Equilibrium Association has launched hippotherapy activities for young people with intellectual disabilities supported through the family-type residential centers “Hope”, “Love”, and “The Pink House”.
This initiative has become possible through a partnership agreement with Easter Equestrian Center in Ruse, for which we would like to express our sincere gratitude.
Hippotherapy is a proven approach that supports the physical, emotional, and social development of children with disabilities. Through the movement of the horse and carefully designed therapeutic activities, balance, coordination,… Continue reading
The project “Social Contract for Early Childhood” is implemented by the “For Our Children” Foundation in partnership with Equilibrium Association, Ruse, and Free Youth Center Association, Vidin. The National Association of Municipalities in the Republic of Bulgaria is an associated partner.
The initiative aims to engage citizens, non-governmental organizations, and institutions in creating a better environment for the development of young children. The focus is on the importance of the early years of life and the need to ensure an… Continue reading
A few years ago, Equilibrium implemented the project “Early Childhood Education Reform in Eastern Europe – Bulgaria” in partnership with VIA University College, Faculty of Education and Social Studies, Denmark.
The project involved numerous activities, including training for teaching and non-teaching staff at kindergartens, with “Brothers Grimm” Kindergarten in Sofia serving as our main partner. Through our joint efforts, we almost completely transformed the spaces inside the kindergarten so that they encourage the children to engage in free play and… Continue reading
Our little Sunbeams
The family-type accommodation centre for children with severe disabilities and in need of constant medical care is one of eight social services entrusted to the Equilibrium Association by the Municipality of Ruse.
But this place is much more than a social service.
It is a home. A home where children with serious diagnoses and difficult prognoses live—children whom the system often says have little chance of a long and fulfilling life.
However, we believe otherwise.
We believe… Continue reading