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Silvia Hubenova, president of Partners Bulgaria Foundation-Asenovgrad, was elected to the Asenovgrad municipal council in local elections in October 2007. On January 7, she was officially appointed to the position of Deputy Mayor for European Issues. Silvia was one of the most proactive and committed NGO leaders with whom USAID worked on the local level. Thanks to her efforts, Partners Asenovgrad Association has been extremely successful in attracting EU funding following the phasing out of USAID assistance. In addition to more than 4 years coordinating projects for Partners Asenovgrad, Silvia’s other experience includes 8 years with Community Association Rodolubie and 12 years at the Asenovgrad City Library, including 2 years as director.

Partners Bulgaria Foundation implemented the USAID Interethnic Interaction Program from 2000-2007. The program addressed Roma and Turkish/Muslim re-integration in Bulgarian society through improving economic, social and educational opportunities and promoting interethnic relations in 13 Bulgarian municipalities with multiethnic populations and high levels of unemployment.

Partners Bulgaria Foundation and local PBF associations in 8 municipalities continue to promote civil society, improved conditions for marginalized groups, and democratic conflict resolution. More information can be found at www.partnersbg.org.