Programme: Recovery and Resilience Plan

Dolno Sahrane is a village in Pavel Banya Municipality where many residents work at the local wood-processing enterprise “Kastamonu,” while others engage in agriculture and traditional crafts. The community includes elderly residents, with a Pensioners’ Club in the same building as the community center, as well as families and young people who travel to schools in neighboring towns. For years, the role of the local community center (Chitalishte) had weakened due to frequent staff changes. In September 2025, however, a young and ambitious secretary with a Master’s degree was appointed, bringing new energy and a vision for development.

The project proposes establishing a Digital Club in the library of the “Ivan Vazov – 1881” Community Center. The club will be located in a 20 m² room within a municipal building provided free of charge and will be freely accessible to all residents. Three computer workstations meeting the requirements of procedure BG-RRP-1.024 will be installed, together with desks, ergonomic chairs, office cabinets, a multifunctional device, and air conditioning. To ensure a modern environment, renovation works will include floor sanding, painting, replacement of the door, and new lighting.

The Digital Club will provide opportunities for: (1) workers from “Kastamonu” to improve their qualifications through online training; (2) young people to develop digital skills, explore creative learning, and prepare for future careers; (3) elderly residents to gain basic digital literacy and use e-services for daily needs; (4) aspiring entrepreneurs and farmers to access resources and projects, including in essential oil crops and rural entrepreneurship.

By creating a modern and inclusive space, the project will help restore the Chitalishte’s role as a cultural, educational, and social hub. It will open perspectives for young people, support lifelong learning, and connect Dolno Sahrane more closely to European opportunities for mobility and integration.