To mark International Children’s Day on June 1, 2025, an educational and creative art workshop was organized at the Borov Dol mine, bringing together 38 children of employees from Bucim and Borov Dol, aged 5 to 10.
Supported by professional local artists Dusan Kocev and Marjancho Krstev, the children had the opportunity to explore their imagination and artistic talents by creating drawings inspired by mining equipment, facilities, and the daily work of their parents. The workshop aimed to help them see the mine not only as a workplace, but as an integral part of their community and a source of creative inspiration.
The workshop was held outdoors, in front of the administrative building of the Borov Dol mine, with the aim of helping children experience the mine not only as their parents’ workplace, but also as a source of inspiration for creative expression.
The artworks created by the young artists will be displayed in the administrative offices of their parents, and several of the pieces will also be included in the art exhibition organized as part of the OPEN CALL FOR YOUNG ARTISTS under the theme “THE FUTURE IS NOW”, led by Creative Fellowship. This initiative invites young people to express their vision of the future through drawing, painting, photography, or digital illustration, with the opportunity to participate in the online exhibition “Ready2Print” and earn a feature in the 2026 special edition notebook.
Statement from Miroslav Petrov, Head of Human Resources – Bucim and Borov Dol: “Through this initiative, we express our sincere commitment to the well-being of employees’ families – creating moments of joy, inspiration, and connection. We encourage children to dream, to express themselves freely and creatively, and their smiles and enthusiasm are our greatest motivation and confirmation that we are on the right path. These very values – care and responsibility – are embedded in our corporate culture, and through our ESG approach, we turn them into concrete and meaningful steps toward a better future.”
Through this activity, Bucim and Borov Dol mines sent a strong message – that investing in the future begins with supporting the youngest today.