On the occasion of European Maritime Day 2026, Via Pontica Foundation organized a creative workshop with students from “N. Y. Vaptsarov” Secondary School in Primorsko, dedicated to the Black Sea, climate change and the protection of the marine environment.
The event brought together students, teachers and representatives of the foundation for an open discussion on the importance of marine ecosystems and the role of young people in their protection. The initiative is part of Via Pontica Foundation’s activities focused on environmental education, awareness raising and encouraging children’s active participation in topics related to the blue economy and the sustainable development of the Black Sea region.
During the workshop, the students learned more about the connection between the sea, the climate and human activity, as well as the challenges currently facing the Black Sea, including pollution, marine litter, biodiversity loss and changing climate conditions. Through discussions and creative activities, the children were encouraged to share their own ideas on how the sea can be cleaner, healthier and better protected.
With great interest and imagination, the students created drawings and artworks inspired by the sea, marine life and life along the coast. Many of their works carried messages about clean nature, the protection of marine species and responsible care for the environment. The workshop became not only a creative activity, but also an opportunity for the children to express their views on the future of the Black Sea.
The drawings created during the initiative will be displayed in the school building, where they can be viewed by students, parents and visitors in the coming weeks. In this way, the children’s messages will reach a wider audience and serve as a reminder of how important it is to build environmental awareness from an early age.
Via Pontica Foundation emphasized that working with children and young people is a key part of its efforts to encourage a more responsible attitude towards nature and the marine environment. The organization’s team believes that young people can be a driving force for positive change and important ambassadors for the sustainable future of the Black Sea.
With the initiative in Primorsko, Via Pontica Foundation once again joined the celebration of European Maritime Day, an initiative that promotes a better understanding of the importance of seas and oceans for society, the economy and nature.
