During the project, the volunteers will work in the town of Sandanski - the venue of the Balkan Youth Festival "The Balkan youth". The EVS volunteers will participate in the preparation, realization and promotion of the Balkan Youth Festival (BYF), preparation and participation in various activities to promote the physical activity and healthy lifestyle, through practical outdoor activities as well as to foster social inclusion and active participation of young people in society. By participating in this project, the EVS volunteers will develop their organizational skills and entrepreneurship through planning, preparation and conduct of huge youth event and youth activities (campaigns, exhibitions, contests, happenings, workshops, etc.); communication and language skills by working in a multicultural team and building relationships and friendships with young people from across Europe; technical and computer knowledge and skills through the design and construction of stage scenery and advertising materials; the ability to work with the media, through direct work with representatives of the media and work on the web and also to enhance their creativity and responsibility, tolerance and solidarity. They will work in a team and create valuable contacts with young people and youth organization representatives from Bulgaria and other European countries. The project gives a chance to its participants to get acquainted with the Bulgarian and Balkan culture and traditions, daily life and the work of youth organizations from Bulgaria, the Balkan region and Europe. To sum up, the project aims are: social inclusion and active participation of young people in the society, enhancing the activity, practical skills and creativity of young people, and building a feeling of European citizenship, solidarity and tolerance, awareness and respect for different cultures and traditions.. The project involved 22 volunteers from 7 countries (Macedonia, Latvia, Poland, Slovakia, Serbia, France and Turkey) for a period of 35 days.