Seeking Her Roots, an American Makes a Surprising Discovery in Bulgaria
Gita Ghei knew of Bulgaria from the photos her grandfather took in the 1960s. In 2023, she finally visited the place where her grandmother made history.
Gita Ghei knew of Bulgaria from the photos her grandfather took in the 1960s. In 2023, she finally visited the place where her grandmother made history.
Eric is an involved, empathetic teacher who knows what it is like to struggle in high school. He applies the lessons he learned to help teens today.
We want Bulgaria to reach its full potential. Why? Because a strong Bulgaria is in the United States’ best interest. We want to have, and do have, a good partner here in this country. And we want to work to make this partnership better.
You continue to show your power to transform and uplift your communities and country, to preserve cherished traditions and history, and to look into the future and innovate.
No matter how large or small your role, you are contributing to the grander story within your organization, your business, and ultimately your country.
Sarah Harralson knows about being a good community member. Yet, she never expected to be at a community building festival in Bulgaria, much less so to be headlining at one.
Barney Esville is not your typical country musician. He comes from Bulgaria, and by day he takes care of the community affairs of the northern Bulgarian city of Veliko Tarnovo.
In the small Greek village of Variko, Mihail Ivanov found long-lost family members and a connection to the community of humankind.
Three girls from three small Bulgarian towns: Velina Milanova reflects on finding friendship & community among fellow Bulgarians abroad.
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