Counselling for 300 children in Romania

In the past months, thanks to your support, over 235 young people across Romania have taken meaningful steps toward their future.

For many of them, the journey started with questions: What am I good at? What career suits me? What opportunities exist beyond school? Through the Steps Toward the Future initiative, these questions began to find answers.

In March 2026, 40 high school students aged 17–18 from Traian Vuia Technical College in Oradea stepped into a real working environment for the first time through a job shadowing experience at Teknia Oradea, a company specialized in automotive components. For these students, observing daily operations and interacting with professionals transformed abstract career ideas into something tangible. It was not just a visit—it was a glimpse into their possible future.

At the same time, over 180 younger students aged 13–14 from Gura Humorului and surrounding communities took part in vocational guidance and testing sessions. Across multiple schools, they engaged in structured sessions designed to help them better understand their skills, interests, and emotions. Through a combination of introductory workshops, vocational assessments, and followup sessions focused on interpreting results and managing emotions, these young learners gained clarity and confidence at a crucial stage of their development.

The momentum continued in April 2026, when another group of 14 students from Traian Vuia Technical College participated in vocational guidance sessions. Building on previous activities, these sessions further supported their decision-making process as they prepare for life after graduation.

Across all activities, one thing became clear: when young people are given the right tools and support, they begin to see opportunities where previously there was uncertainty.

Your contribution is helping them move forward—step by step—toward a future they can actively shape.