On March 26th, we were back in Brovary — this time with a bright and curious group of 26 participants: 9th-grade students and their teachers. Using World Café, team-building, and fun online games, we explored what cooperation really means in their everyday lives — and in their dreams.
💬 Living near a border: good or bad?
Everyone agreed: borders come with both pros and cons.
Pros? Easy to cross, more study/work options, and the chance to connect with other cultures.
Cons? Cultural clashes, corruption, and the risk of aggression from neighboring countries.
🤝 Where is cooperation most needed?
Every team said: military, education, politics, and key institutions like hospitals, police, and schools. Ukraine’s current challenges make cooperation essential — and urgent.
🌍 Which Interreg project stood out?
The favorite was Interreg Europe — seen as a powerful initiative that supports big decisions and meaningful change.
But as one team wisely put it:
“The bigger the community is, the more problems appear — too many opinions can make cooperation harder.”
🧱 What gets in the way of cooperation?
The students didn’t hold back: border corruption, cultural differences, and lack of trust were top concerns. They know that strong relationships take work — especially across borders.
💡 Dream Projects?
The winning idea? Volunteering. In every field — from education and culture to science and even military support. One group imagined rebuilding Ukraine with a focus on hospitals, police stations, and fire departments. Talk about vision!
Once again, Brovary’s youth showed us how thoughtful, caring, and ready for action they are.
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