Chairwoman of the ANO Council, Alyona Arshinova, visited the international friendship camp "Young Leaders of Eurasia," which is taking place at the Orlyonok Nationwide Children's Center.
Alyona Arshinova participated in activities at the Nationwide Children's Center: she planted trees on the Friendship Alley with teenagers and handed over a time capsule, "Message to the Future," from the participants of the International Friendship Camp.
"Today, I saw the bright, happy eyes of the camp participants. It's an indescribable feeling! This session has brought together teenagers who are passionate about studying foreign languages, history, and world cultures. They are enthusiastic and ready for the extensive program that lies ahead. We have included educational tracks, leadership workshops, themed days dedicated to learning about the history and culture of different countries, team games, and hikes to unique places in the Krasnodar region. There will be many surprises. I am sure that the friendships formed here among these kids will last a lifetime!" said Alyona Arshinova, State Duma deputy and Chairwoman of the ANO Eurasia Council.
Currently, over 150 teenagers aged 14 to 16 from Armenia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan are enjoying their time at Orlyonok. They are engaging in sports, tourism, applied arts, beach relays, various games, visiting notable sites in Orlyonok, and interacting with peers from all the camps at the Nationwide Children's Center. This helps achieve the project's main goal: to lay the foundation for positive relationships among the youth of the Eurasian space and to preserve a shared cultural and historical memory.
"By showing children from other countries the hospitality of Russia, its vibrant culture, and rich traditions, we are laying the foundation for a friendship that will last for many years. This friendship can become the basis for good-neighborly relations between our countries, a platform for cooperation based on respect and support. We must remember that the children of Eurasian countries share common roots: our ancestors once lived in the same country, fought together against fascism, and built cities and economies together. The children need to know this," said Alexander Dzheus, the Director of the Orlyonok Nationwide Children's Center.
A few days earlier, Mikael Badalyan, a member of the ANO Eurasia Council, attended the opening of the international session. He spoke to the Orlyonok campers about the opportunities the organization provides and expressed confidence that "the friendship that begins here will not end; it will continue, and they will carry it forward.
"The kids gathered here today are our future, the future not only of their own countries but of a greater Eurasia that we all must build together," Mikael Badalyan emphasized.
The session will continue until August 31. Participants can look forward to a three-day hike called "Heirs of the Great Victory," which will visit places of military glory, as well as sightseeing trips, including one to the hero city of Novorossiysk.
There are plans to expand the scope of the "Realm of Childhood” project — efforts are underway to make it take place not only in Russia but also in other countries.