My name is Martin Markov, and I am 25 years-old. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in International Economic Relations, and I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in European Studies at University of Regensburg – the city where the Danube reaches its northernmost point. I have experience as a youth workеr, during which I organise events using non-formal education methods to support young people in their personal and professional development. I was also an UNICEF youth councillor for two years. This year I became a co-founder of an association in Bulgaria called Proluka. We want to provide opportunities for young people for self-improvement and to organise educational initiatives for human rights, European values, sustainability, cultural heritage, mental health and others. I am excited to contribute to the development of the Danube Region.