EdTech Innovators Forum 2024, Sofia, Bulgaria

October 24 – 25

EdTech innovators are not only found in tech companies—they are all around us: in schools, universities, municipalities, and ministries.

The EdTech Innovators Forum 2024 aims to connect, encourage, and inspire collaboration and continuous development among these innovators.

Venue: Sofia Tech Park, Laboratory Complex (LABS)
Working languages: Bulgarian and English

Join us!
At the forum, you will have the chance to meet like-minded individuals who share your passion for quality education and believe in the power of technology to transform it.

About the Forum

The first event of its kind, the forum is inspired by the discoveries and outcomes of two EU co-funded Erasmus+ projects:
AIM – Inclusive Mentoring
VR4LEARNING

Participation is completely free.

What to Expect

Opening Ceremony
Official Welcome:

• Prof. Dr. Galin Tsokov, Minister of Education and Science

• Todor Mladenov, Executive Director of Sofia Tech Park

Keynote:

• Albena Spasova (EdTech Bulgaria) on the future of EdTech innovators in Bulgaria
  October 24 | 10:30 – 11:15

Panel Discussion: The Environment and the Future of EdTech
Stakeholders from various sectors (education, business, government) will discuss the development of the EdTech Innovators Network in Bulgaria.

Panelists include:

• Natalia Miteva, Deputy Minister of Education and Science

• Eng. Ognyan Atanasov, Mayor of Kyustendil

• Elitsa Efremova, Head of Innovation, Sofia Tech Park

• Vladimir Kolev, Manager of Klett Bulgaria and founder of EdTech Bulgaria

• Ivan Gospodinov, Chairman of "Education Without Borders" and representative of Khan Academy Bulgaria

• Diana Cholakova, Co-Founder and CEO of Stemy Kids
  Moderator: Dr. Lachezar Afrikanov
  October 24 | 11:15 – 12:30

Workshops

• Workshop 1: Transforming Education with VR
  Explore the latest trends and best practices in using VR, AR, and AI in education.
  Facilitators: Dr. Luis Guerrero, University of Évora, Portugal, and Prof. Dr. Mihaela Tinca Udristioiu, University of Craiova, Romania
  October 24 | 14:00 – 16:30

• Workshop 2: Fostering Growth Through Inclusive Mentoring
  Practical tips on mentoring and supporting young talent through inclusive entrepreneurship models.
  Facilitators: João Gomes, Researcher at the University of Gävle, Sweden, and Giuseppe Virga, MG Sustainable Engineering AB, Sweden
  October 24 | 14:00 – 16:30

October 25: Entrepreneurial Breakfast: A chance for the Bulgarian startup community to engage with international partners