Education Corner
Areté’s efforts are concentrated in a fascinating part of the world. Some of the students we help come from a culture about which little is known by most Americans. Explore the links below to learn more about the people we support and places we’re involved.
Resources
Are you interested in learning more about Bulgaria? Or the Roma? We have put together a list of organizations and online resources that might be useful for you.
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About Bulgaria
Bulgaria is a country of about eight million people located in southeastern Europe. It is bordered by Romania to the north, Macedonia and Serbia to the west, Greece and Turkey to the south, and the Black Sea to the east. The capital city is Sofia...
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About the Balkans
Geographically speaking, the Balkans are those countries that form the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe. The peninsula is named for the mountain range that runs through Bulgaria and Serbia. It is arguable which countries should be included...
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Who are Roma?
“Roma”, “Tsigini” or “Gypsy” are labels given to a minority group dispersed throughout Europe. Although they have no suggested written history, it is believed that they are descended from modern day India and...
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Where does Areté come from?
Arete comes from ancient Greece and is the most articulated value in Greek culture. Translated as "virtue," the word actually means something closer to "being the best you can be", or "reaching...
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