The Association for the promotion of active participation “Studio B” is a non-governmental and non-profit organization based in a rural community. The association was founded with the aim of achieving balanced development of the local community as well as the development of civil society. The association strives to promote and improve the rights of young people as well as increase the quality of activities for young people by increasing their level of information. Main goals: 1. Promoting the interests and activities of young people, – promoting active participation of young people, – promoting tolerance and non-violence, – promoting cultural and artistic content, – encouraging creativity of children and youth, – spreading volunteerism and solidarity among children and youth, – encouraging communication among young people; 2. Promoting awareness of the development of civil society, – promoting human rights and gender equality, – promoting awareness of the development of the information society; 3. Promoting sustainable development, – raising environmental awareness, – encouraging the rational use of nature and its goods; 4. Promoting active citizen participation; 5. Promoting the values of the European Union. The scope of activities of the Association in accordance with the objectives are: – Democratic political culture – Human rights – Education, science and research – Social activities – Sustainable development. Our target group is: children, youth and women from rural areas. The mission is to support young people from the region, especially women, to develop non-formal education, creativity, democracy, human rights and the development of tolerance and solidarity among young people. An important priority of the association is the inclusion of every individual, including young people with fewer opportunities, especially those with geographical obstacles. The association employs 13 people and annually involves around 40 volunteers.
