1. Rationale In 2026, the Faculty of Philology at Paisii Hilendarski University of Plovdiv will organize the traditional international conference Paisii Readings. This year's edition is also held in celebration of the 65th anniversary of the University. For decades, the forum has enjoyed international recognition among Bulgarian and foreign scholars as an event of considerable significance in academic life. Its participants are long-standing partners, colleagues, and associates of the Faculty and the University—established Bulgarian and international scholars, early-career researchers, doctoral candidates. Traditionally, the conference also welcomes distinguished writers and leading cultural and academic institutions from Bulgaria and abroad. 2. Objectives establishing and strengthening inter-university and inter-institutional cooperation; creating an environment conducive to the promotion of Bulgarian scholarship and culture both nationally and internationally; encouraging the participation of early-career researchers, doctoral candidates in research projects; enhancing the visibility of their work. 3. Target Groups The Bulgarian and international academic communities; cultural institutions; and the wider Bulgarian public. 4. Description The initiative includes: A three-day forum consisting of a conference and an accompanying cultural and educational programme (see the Conference Programme). 5. Main Activities Preparatory work: coordination of events, preparation of conference materials, logistics, and media outreach; Organization and implementation of the conference; Preparation and publication of a conference proceedings volume and its dissemination in Bulgaria and abroad. 6. Expected Outcomes new partnerships, professional contacts across various institutional sectors. Publication of a conference proceedings volume to be distributed free of charge to Bulgarian and international universities, research centres, and libraries.
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