Pazardjik Welcomes Young Veterinary Specialists from the Netherlands

Pazardjik hosted a group of pupils, students, and educators from the Netherlands who arrived at the invitation of the Professional Agricultural High School “Queen Yoanna”. The guests are alumni and teachers from the “Veterinary Medicine” program at the Yuverta vmbo Utrecht educational institution, located in the city of Utrecht, which is the largest vocational education school in the Netherlands.

The aim of the visit is to initiate a large-scale educational exchange between the two schools, combining professional training, international experience, and animal care.

On the first day of the visit, the Dutch delegation, led by the director of the High School of Agriculture “Queen Yoanna”, Mrs. Ivanka Georgieva, was welcomed by the mayor of Pazardjik, Petar Kulenski, at the municipality office. The meeting discussed cooperation possibilities between the educational institutions, exchanging best practices in veterinary medicine, and future joint initiatives for the benefit of the local community.

The initiative for cooperation was started by Dr. Evelina Rabadjijska-Todorova – a veterinarian and instructor in the “Veterinary Technician” specialty at the High School of Agriculture “Queen Yoanna”. Thanks to her contacts and active work, the partnership between Pazardjik and Utrecht is now becoming a reality.

In the following days, students and pupils will participate in practical activities focused on animal care and the development of their professional skills. Special attention will be given to activities related to homeless animals – a cause that unites education, local authorities, and veterinary professionals from both countries.

The project demonstrates how international collaboration can lead to benefits for young people and society as a whole. The idea to establish it was announced back in June, aiming to provide more practical opportunities for veterinary students and to support the care for homeless animals in Pazardjik.

This ongoing visit is the first concrete step towards the realization of this successful international partnership.

Source: pa1-media.bg