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Winter Training Camp 2007
In mid-December, 2007 the Youth House hosted a weekend-long winter training camp at the Slivenski Mineral Baths. 20 people total attended the camp, which included teenagers and youth.
The youth were split into two groups: the debate team and the English club. The groups worked separately at times, and together at other times. The debate team learned about the basics of debating and also discussed the problem of human trafficking in the world. The English club talked about important current issues, including environmental policy and civic responsibility.
The first night of the camp the students viewed a film about human trafficking. After the film, the students were lead in a discussion about the issue. The second night the debate team staged a mock human trafficking trial. In the trial, two men were accused of trafficking a young girl across international borders. The audience consisted of the English club as well as guests staying at the hotel. At the conclusion of the trial a lively discussion occurred between the students and the guests of the hotel about the importance of this issue.
In addition to work time, the students were are also given fun time! Our fun time consisted of games, team building activities and nature walks. By the end of the weekend new friendships had been formed and wonderful memories had been made. The camp was enjoyed by all who attended.
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