About the WFNMC International Networking & Innovation Meeting

At the initiative of Academician Kiril Bankov, Immediate Past President of the World Federation of National Mathematics Competitions (WFNMC), and Prof. Borislav Lazarov, WFNMC Regional Representative for Europe, a parallel international event, the WFNMC International Networking & Innovation Meeting, will be organized within the Forum.

The Meeting will be held in a working format with representatives of WFNMC from different countries. It is intended for discussions on current organizational matters, the future development of the Federation, the exchange of ideas, and the planning of future collaborative initiatives. The programme consists of working meetings and discussions rather than scientific presentations or conference papers.

Organizers

The Forum is organized by the Education and Technologies Association, with the support of Burgas Municipality. The event partners are Burgas State University “Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov” and Burgas Free University. The Forum is also supported by partners from the business sector.

Venue

The main programme of both the Forum and the WFNMC International Networking & Innovation Meeting will take place at the Sea Casino Cultural Centre, located in the Sea Garden of Burgas. In addition, several networking activities will be organized outside the venue, including a working meeting on St. Anastasia Island and the traditional Networking Tour (travelling seminar) outside Burgas, providing opportunities for informal professional exchange, partnership building and experiencing the cultural and natural heritage of the region.

Registration

Registration is completed by filling in the participation form HERE.

Accommodation

Special accommodation rates have been arranged for participants at Hotel Bulgaria. These rates are also available for up to two nights before and two nights after the event, subject to prior confirmation.

Hotel Bulgaria is located in the centre of Burgas. The official dinner for all participants will take place in the hotel restaurant on 20 August 2026. The Sea Casino Cultural Centre, where the conference will be held, is within a 10–15-minute walk from the hotel.

The accommodation price includes breakfast and access to the SPA area. Payment for accommodation should be made to the organizers as part of the participation package.

Scientific Committee of the conference:

–       Prof. Rumyana Papancheva, PhD – Burgas State University „Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov“, Burgas, Bulgaria

–       Assoc. Prof. Krasimira Dimitrova, PhD – Burgas State University „Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov“, Burgas, Bulgaria

–       Prof. Borislav Lazarov, PhD – Institute of Mathematics and Informatics, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Sofia, Bulgaria

–       Prof. Galya Hristozova, D.Sc. – Burgas Free University, Burgas, Bulgaria

–       Prof. Margarita Terzieva, D.Sc. – Burgas State University „Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov“, Burgas, Bulgaria

–       Prof. Kosta Garov, PhD – Paisii Hilendarski University of Plovdiv, Plovdiv, Bulgaria

–       Prof. Evdokia Sotirova, PhD – Burgas State University „Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov“, Burgas, Bulgaria

–       Prof. Magdalena Legkostup, PhD – St. Cyril and St. Methodius University of Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

–       Assoc. Prof. Rayna Zaharieva, PhD

–       Assoc. Prof. Lyubomira Parizhkova, PhD – University of Library Studies and Information Technologies (UniBIT), Sofia, Bulgaria

Programme of the WFNMC International Networking & Innovation Meeting

19 August 2026

14:00–15:15 – Participant Registration

15:30–17:00 – Opening Ceremony and Plenary Session of the Forum Innovations in Education and Cognitive Development

17:00–20:00 – Welcome Reception for all participants on St. Anastasia Island (boat transfer to and from the island). First Working Meeting of the participants in the WFNMC International Networking & Innovation Meeting.

Venue: St. Anastasia Island.

 

20 August 2026

09:00–12:00 – Second Working Meeting of the participants in the WFNMC International Networking & Innovation Meeting.

Venue: Sea Casino Cultural Centre, Petya Dubarova Hall.

14:00–17:00 – Free time to explore the city of Burgas. Informal working meetings.

19:00–24:00 – Official Dinner for all participants.

Venue: Restaurant of Hotel Bulgaria.

 

21 August 2026

09:00–13:00 – Free time to explore the city of Burgas. Informal working meetings.

15:00–24:00 – Educational Cooperation and Future Perspectives Networking Tour (travelling seminar). Third Working Meeting of the participants in the WFNMC International Networking & Innovation Meeting.
Venue: The Upside Down House, Chernomorets.

Networking Tour: Educational Cooperation and Future Perspectives

The Networking Tour is a traditional accompanying event of the Forum, taking place on 21 August 2026. It combines travel, informal networking, discussions on opportunities for educational cooperation, and the development of future joint projects.

Outline Programme

–      15:00–16:00 – Travel from Burgas to Chernomorets.

–      16:00–17:00 – Guided visit to the Upside Down House.

https://www.upsidedownhousebg.com/en/ Working meetings and networking discussions.

–      19:30 – Dinner at a seaside restaurant.

–      22:00 – Departure for Burgas.

Participation Fee

The participation fee for the WFNMC International Networking & Innovation Meeting is EUR 250.

The fee includes participation in all activities of the meeting programme:

–       participation in the working meetings of WFNMC;

–       boat trip to St. Anastasia Island;

–       official dinner at Hotel Bulgaria;

–       participation in the Networking Tour (travelling seminar).

For the convenience of participants, the organizers also offer a package including accommodation at Hotel Bulgaria.

Accommodation is provided in a single room at a rate of EUR 110 per night. The recommended accommodation period is 18–22 August (4 nights). The total package price, including participation in the meeting and accommodation, is EUR 690.

Participants who plan to arrive earlier, depart later, or require a different number of overnight stays are kindly asked to contact the organizers in advance so that the accommodation can be arranged accordingly.

Payment should be made by bank transfer.

Participants requiring an invoice are kindly requested to send their invoicing details to the contact e-mail address. Bank account details for payment are provided below.

Bank account details:

Name: Education ant Technologies Assoc.

IBAN: BG94PRCB92301023037817

Travel Information

Burgas is one of the most easily accessible cities in Bulgaria, with convenient transport connections by air, road and rail.

The most convenient option is to fly directly to Burgas Airport, which is located approximately 10–15 minutes from the city centre.

Another convenient option is to arrive at Sofia Airport, from where there are daily:

–      domestic flights to Burgas;

–      fast train connections;

–      regular intercity bus services;

–      convenient motorway access via the Trakia Motorway.

Participants may also travel via Varna Airport, from where regular bus services connect Varna and Burgas in approximately two hours.

For international participants, Istanbul Airport is another convenient gateway, offering a wide range of international flights, with onward travel to Burgas by domestic flight, coach or private car.

To help participants choose the most suitable travel option, we kindly encourage everyone to inform the organizers of their planned itinerary as early as possible. We will be pleased to provide advice on the most convenient travel connections, transfers and local transportation to ensure a smooth journey to Burgas.

Contact Information

Technical Secretary

Maria Mitkova

E-mail: itlearning@dgklaz.net

Tel.: +359 878 227 737

Coordinator

Prof. Rumyana Papancheva, PhD

E-mail: papancheva@dgklaz.net

Tel.: +359 888 272 944

Office

28 Tsar Samuil Street

8000 Burgas

Bulgaria