Active Sofia 65+ is a community programme by Multi Kulti Collective, designed for people aged 65+—both Bulgarians and migrants—with a focus on addressing loneliness, promoting social integration, and encouraging lifelong learning. The programme creates a space for connection, exchange, and mutual support, where participants build new friendships, develop new skills, and remain actively engaged in society.
Since its launch in August 2025, the programme has delivered dozens of community events in Sofia, including a book club, nature walks, cooking classes, art workshops, gymnastics sessions, trainings on artificial intelligence and recognizing fake news, film screenings, museum visits, mindfulness practices, talks by inspiring speakers, multicultural gatherings, and more. Through this wide range of activities, participants not only maintain an active lifestyle but also continue learning, strengthening their critical thinking, and adapting to the modern world.
Currently, the club meets on a weekly basis. All events are free of charge but require prior registration. A significant number of activities are led by members of different migrant communities, fostering intercultural exchange and supporting social integration within a more open and inclusive environment. The programme builds lasting connections, a strong sense of belonging, and active civic engagement among its participants.
Project News and Updates:
- EVENT: Book Club with Violeta Kirilova (16 April 2026)
- EVENT: Handicraft Gathering: Skillful Sofia (9 April 2026)
- NEWS: Interview on the Bulgarian National Radio (9 April 2026)
- EVENT: First Steps with Artificial Intelligence for People Aged 65+ (7 April 2026)
- EVENT: Easter Workshop: Felting with Wool (30 March 2026)
- EVENT: Calm Body, Clear Mind: Mindfulness for Physical Comfort (23 March 2026)
- EVENT: The Little and the Big History (16 March 2026)
- EVENT: Book Club with Authors from the “SPOKO” Club (12 March 2026)
- EVENT: Screening of TED Talks (5 March 2026)
- EVENT: Martenitsi Workshop: Felting with Wool (23 February 2026)
- EVENT: Safe Online: Media Literacy for Older Adults 65+ (Science, Health, Climate) (19 February 2026)
- EVENT: Celebrating 14 February – Bulgarian and International Traditions (16 February 2026)
- NEWS: Interview with Bistra Ivanova on Active Sofia 65+ on the Bulgarian National TV (13 February 2026)
- EVENT: Iconic Prehistoric Artefacts – Visit to the National Archaeological Museum (12 February 2026)
- EVENT: Walk around Pancharevo Lake (31 January 2026)
- NEWS: Interview on Little Stories Show on the Bulgarian National TV (11 January 2026)
- EVENT: Yalda Night (20 December 2025)
- EVENT: Cooking Class: Yalda Night (20 December 2025)
- EVENT: Christmas Potluck Lunch (19 December 2025)
- EVENT: Step by Step – An Honest Talk About Weight (and Age) (11 December 2025)
- EVENT: World Language Café (2 December 2025)
- EVENT: New Year Felt Decorations with Sava-Kalina Angelov-Zhunich (24 November 2025)
- EVENT: A Calm Mind, a Joyful Heart: Everyday Mindfulness After 65 with Vassilis Xypolias (19 November 2025)
- EVENT: Healing Chair Gymnastics with Maya and Katya from Serdika Studio (11 November 2025)
- EVENT: Walk Above Lake Pancharevo (An English-Friendly Event) (8 November 2025)
- NEWS: Interview on 100% Awake Show on the Bulgarian National TV (7 November 2025)
- EVENT: Therapeutic gymnastics with Maya and Katya from Serdika Hall (30 October 2025)
- EVENT: Neurographica Workshop: “The Power of Gratitude” with Iva Misheva (28 October 2025)
- EVENT: Tea tasting with Irina Filipova from Momenti (14 October 2025)
- EVENT: Vitosha Hike 65+ (7 October 2025) - POSTPONED DUE TO BAD WEATHER!
- NEWS: Interview on the Bulgarian National Radio (6 October 2025)
- NEWS: The Bulgarian News Agency BTA covered the project launch (1 October 2025)
- EVENT: International Day of Older Persons: Sofia’s Specifics and Perspective (1 October 2025)
- NEWS: Bulgaria National Radio interview with Maria Stoimenova (1 October 2025)
- NEWS: TV Evrokom interview with Bistra Ivanova and Liliya Ivanova (30 September 2025)
- EVENT: Lang Thang or Wandering with Cindy and Craig (24 September 2025)
Timeline: August 2025 – ongoing
Partners: Multi Kulti Collective
Funding: BCause Foundation, Salted Cafe Sofia, Bulgarian Fund for Women and the EU
With the financial support of the Bulgarian Fund for Women and the European Union. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the Bulgarian Fund for Women, the European Union, or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency. Neither the BFW, the EU, nor the EACEA can be held responsible for them.