VISIONERS Academy, initiated by Sofia Municipality in 2021, empowers young people aged 15–29 to develop innovative projects in Arts & Culture, Environment, Science & Innovation, and Animals at Risk. The Academy provides mentoring, financial support (€2,500 per project), and practical training in coding, AI, biotech, and mechatronics. In 2021-2023, 12 youth projects were funded, with an average of 5 projects funded annually. Projects are showcased in over 100 public schools in Sofia. The "Best Youth Startup in Bulgaria" competition, now in its fifth edition, engages over 60 partner organizations in a free three-month training and mentoring program for young people aged 18–29.

The RAISE Youth project (Croatia, Bulgaria, Romania, Spain) empowered 3,794 NEET beneficiaries (aged 20-29, with a focus on 25-29), of whom 61.5% were women, and 233 Roma individuals benefited, primarily in Bulgaria and Romania. Through training, mentoring, and psycho-social support, participants started 162 new businesses, and more than 700 NEETs were employed or self-employed after the program. The "Back on Track" Mentoring Program, piloted in Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, Serbia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, connects trained mentors with rural NEETs through personalized mentoring sessions. Mentoring proved to be the key success factor — where mentors provided regular check-ins and encouragement, learners remained motivated and were more likely to complete modules.

The "Youth Internships" project supports young people aged 16–29 in acquiring practical skills through internships under employment contracts for up to 6 months, providing remuneration and valuable professional experience. The Career Start Programme in Bulgaria has been examined through the lens of Amartya Sen's Capability Approach as a strategy for youth development. UNWE partners on the "From Higher Education to Employment" project, connecting organizations with motivated students through internships with remuneration.

According to the 2024 OECD TALIS survey, Bulgarian teachers are highly satisfied with their profession — 96% say they are satisfied with their work (OECD average 89%). 97% of teachers work in schools where mentoring programs are offered, while the OECD average is 81%. The share of novice teachers with a mentor has increased by 7 percentage points since 2018. The "New Path in Teaching" program by the Teach for Bulgaria Foundation is a two-year free program offering specialized training, mentor support, and career development opportunities for new teachers with up to five years of experience. The program operates in Sofia, Vratsa, Pazardzhik, Plovdiv, Stara Zagora, and Burgas and includes weekly mentor support.

UNWE (University of National and World Economy) partners with organizations through the "From Higher Education to Employment" project, connecting students with paid internships and real professional experience. The PMI Bulgaria Chapter offers a twice-yearly Mentorship Program exclusive to PMI members and students of partnering universities. Here, mentors volunteer their time free of charge. UACEG provides scholarships to students who complete practical training of up to 240 academic hours over a period not exceeding 6 months.

A new training and mentoring program for high school students includes a summer journalism camp, training program, and mentorship from professional journalists. The "Hidden Talents of Bulgaria" mentoring program provides access to private lessons, professional qualification training, seminars, workshops, camps, individual mentor support, psychological support, textbooks, equipment, semester fees, and accommodation.

The SHE-Level Academy, a joint initiative by the Council of Women in Business in Bulgaria and AUBG, is a nine-month intensive program designed for women one level below top management (C-1) who aspire to reach executive levels and serve on boards of directors. The program runs across three thematic modules: Leadership Presence, Leadership of the Future, and Strategic Systemic Leadership. The SJBB Leadership Academy, now in its 12th edition, is a completely free program that has already helped hundreds of women across Bulgaria develop their leadership skills. GLOW (Girls Leading Our World) has been educating, nurturing, and inspiring young female leaders from different backgrounds since 2000.

The National Mentoring Program for Women Entrepreneurs (Smart Lady), now in its sixth edition with 50 participants, has provided financial support to over 1,100 women with start-ups or existing companies over six years. The program offers a six-month journey with training, workshops, and mentoring. A €5,000 grant is awarded at the final event. Visa's She's Next program in Bulgaria selected 15 businesses from nearly 100 applications for a three-month mentorship program, with winners receiving €10,000, €7,500, and €5,000 awards.

Bulgaria Insurance and the University of Insurance and Finance offer the "Insure Your Future" scholarship program, providing financial support, mentoring, and internship opportunities for young professionals in the insurance sector. The ABLE Activator is a 6-weekend immersive entrepreneurship program offered by the Association of Bulgarian Leaders and Entrepreneurs (ABLE). The Dare2Scale program by Endeavor Bulgaria is an 8-month program for 10th and 11th-grade students, with 100 mentors per year and nearly 70 startups at the Final Competition.