In today’s world, diversity and inclusion are not just a trend, but a key to success. With our partners to the “Building Bridges” initiative at Lidl Bulgaria, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Shell Bulgaria, we invite you to join our mission.
The Bulgarian Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion Agency (BSMEPA) is directly involved in supporting and developing small and medium-sized businesses in Bulgaria. In its capacity as Bulgaria’s National Contact Point for Responsible Business Conduct, BSMEPA has joined the “Building Bridges” initiative, recognizing it as its mission, which would bring great added value to participants. Using the results of a survey among SMEs, Lidl Bulgaria has created resources to assist you.
In partnership with Lidl Bulgaria, we invite you to a free practical training session on: “Discrimination or not – legal aspects of equality” with guest lecturer Mileslava Bogdanova, a renowned expert in labor law and personal data protection. The training has been designed specifically for small and medium-sized companies and will provide you with core knowledge of:
- The main forms of discrimination and how to recognize them;
- Practical tips for preventing legal risks;
- The use of diversity to achieve better business results.
Who is this training for: Representatives of small and medium-sized companies who want to build on their knowledge and introduce good practices in the field of diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI).
When: October 2, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: Sofia, 2-4 Lege St., BSMEPA, ground floor hall
Lecturer: Mileslava Bogdanova, attorney-at-law, recognized expert in labor law and personal data protection.
There are only 20 places available to ensure an interactive format.
Please register your interest by September 25, 2025 here.
Participants must meet the following criteria to be selected for a free training course. Applications will be reviewed and approved on a first-come, first-served basis:
- Sector of activity (Priority sectors: manufacturing, services, IT, trade, social enterprises, etc.)
- Social responsibility and sustainability (Companies that already have experience with CSR (corporate social responsibility), work on ESG goals, commitment to sustainability, equal opportunities, etc.)
- Submitted application for participation
You will receive confirmation of your registration and more details after September 25, 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact: gb.georgieva@sme.government.bg.
