XII NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON GLOBAL EDUCATION - “EDUCATION FOR HEALTH: FOR EVERY CHILD, EVERY SCHOOL, EVERY COMMUNITY”

The International Congress Centre Burgas will host the 12th National Conference on

Global Education, titled ““Education for health: for every child, every school, every  community”, on October 24–25, 2025.

The event is organized in partnership with Médecins du Monde – Bulgaria, the Bulgarian

Platform for International Development (BPID), and the Municipality of Burgas.

The conference aims to bring together professionals from diverse fields to explore the

connections between health knowledge and skills, and the tangible health outcomes within

society. Special focus will be placed on the impact of digitalization, school-age education, and

the integration of health education into public policies.

The event will provide a platform for the exchange of best practices, scientific insights, and

innovative approaches in health education, all directed toward achieving sustainable public

health outcomes.

Conference goals:

- to present the current state of health education in Bulgaria;

- to analyse the link between health literacy and public health indicators;

- to showcase good practices from both formal and non-formal educational settings;

- to promote the use of digital tools in health education;

- to outline practical and policy pathways toward sustainable solutions;

The program will feature panel sessions, discussions, and thematic dialogues focused on

three global themes:

  1. Health education and its connection to public health indicators
  2. Digital health
  3. Health education in school settings

The conference will also present innovative and effective methods for addressing student

health challenges. Special workshops for (educators/)teachers will offer creative ideas and

support the development of practical skills.

Speakers and participants will include representatives from the Ministry of Education and

Science , the Ministry of Health , health mediators, teachers from pilot schools, and academics.