The University of National and World Economy (UNWE) is implementing Project No. СОА25-ДГ56-3040/15.09.2025, entitled “Learn, Connect, Succeed: Integration of Young Refugees through Education”, funded under the Sofia Municipality’s Sofia - City of the Young and Active Program - 2025.

As part of Activity 1, a study was conducted to assess the educational needs and interests of the target group, involving 51 respondents residing in Bulgaria. The study focused on their socio-demographic characteristics, educational and professional backgrounds, language skills, motivation for learning, and the main barriers to accessing educational programmes.

Data were collected through a questionnaire developed using Microsoft Forms, consisting of 13 questions. The questionnaire covered demographic characteristics (age, gender, country of origin), length of residence in Bulgaria, educational attainment, professional skills, language proficiency, educational interests, motivation to learn, and difficulties in accessing education.

The study employed a purposive sampling approach, meaning that its findings cannot be generalized to the entire migrant population in Bulgaria. Nevertheless, the results provide valuable insights into the educational needs and interests of this specific group.

The results of the study are available here.