Vasilka Dmitrovska, founder of HAEMUS – Center for Scientific Research and Promotion of Culture, took part in the Annual Gathering of the Creative Mentorship Network, held on 18–19 October at Nova Iskra.
The event brought together alumni, partners, collaborators, and current participants of the Creative Mentorship for Young Professionals programme — a vibrant regional community dedicated to strengthening the cultural and creative sectors and supporting the next generation of creative leaders.
New Role: Mentor at Creative Mentorship
We are proud to share that Vasilka Dmitrovska has joined Creative Mentorship/Kreativno mentorstvo as a Mentor within the programe: Creative Mentorship for Young Professionals Programme, implemented by Creative Mentorship as part of the Culture and Creativity for the Western Balkans project.
This year, as a mentor in the Creative Mentorship / Kreativno mentorstvo program, Vasilka Dimitrovska has the pleasure of working with Milica Popović, a young professional from Kotor, Montenegro, who is developing a concept that transforms the stories of Kotor and the Bay of Kotor into meaningful, storytelling-based experiences.
This is an incredible opportunity to engage with emerging creatives from across the region, and we couldn’t be more proud of Vasilka’s role in this dynamic mentoring journey.
Why Mentorship Matters
Creative mentorship is not about teaching — it is about unlocking potential, exchanging visions, and growing through shared creativity.
As a seasoned storyteller and heritage interpretation specialist, Vasilka Dimitrovska brings deep experience in guiding talent, helping individuals uncover their voice and build authentic professional journeys.
The Creative Mentorship network emphasizes meaningful exchange between established professionals and rising practitioners — reinforcing our belief that creativity grows through connection, not simply through instruction.
The gathering provides a vibrant platform for collaboration, learning and reflection — not just one-way mentorship but co-creation of new ideas and opportunities.
In Vasilka’s own words:
“It’s an honor to support emerging professionals in finding their voice, shaping their vision, and building meaningful careers rooted in culture, creativity, and values.
I am grateful for the opportunity to give back through guidance, listening, and shared experience. Let’s keep growing together.” 💬🌱
At HAEMUS, we are proud of our founder and her dedication to nurturing talent, sharing knowledge, and contributing to the creative ecosystem of the Western Balkans.
Creative Mentorship for Young Professionals Programme By Creative Menthorship
What we look forward to
- Join the cohort to explore storytelling, creative methods, and how heritage-led experiences can spark innovation.
- Sharing tools, frameworks and practical approaches to help mentees turn ideas into projects, and ambitions into impact.
- Strengthening our commitment to nurturing the next generation of creative leaders across the region.
Thank you to Creative Mentorship for bringing this important moment together — we’re honored to be part of this journey!
