It is our great pleasure to highlight the positive impact of the Atanas Bliznakoff Scholarship through the story of Jana Dukleska, a dedicated student at the Faculty of Economics at the “Ss. Cyril and Methodius” University in Skopje.
“Becoming an ABF scholar was not just a recognition of my past achievements—it was the beginning of a transformative journey. From the very start, the program offered more than just financial support; it gave me a sense of purpose, community, and confidence.
During my first year, I grew tremendously, both academically and personally. Surrounded by ambitious and like-minded peers, I was constantly inspired to push beyond my limits. The mentorship, workshops, and events organized by ABF helped me refine my goals and discover new perspectives on leadership and impact.
One of the most valuable lessons I learned is that being a scholar is not just about excelling in studies—it’s about using your potential to uplift others and contribute to positive change. ABF reminded me that with opportunity comes responsibility.
To the new scholars: embrace every moment. Stay curious, ask questions, get involved, and don’t be afraid to dream bigger than ever before. You are part of something special—make the most of it.
I’m deeply grateful to ABF for believing in me. This first year has laid the foundation for everything that comes next, and I couldn’t be more excited about the journey ahead. ”
It is our great pleasure to highlight the positive impact of the Atanas Bliznakoff Scholarship through the story of Sabina Gudzevic, a dedicated medical student at the “Ss. Cyril and Methodius” University in Skopje.
“Becoming a first-year university student has been one of the most exciting, but also most challenging experiences of my life. Moving away from home for the first time, adjusting to a new environment, and starting a demanding course like medicine came with a lot of pressure and responsibility.
In this journey, the “Atanas Bliznakoff” Scholarship provided more than just financial support. It gave me a sense of security and allowed me to focus on my studies without worrying about expenses.
Because of the scholarship, I was able to afford important textbooks, attend all my classes, and stay dedicated to the intense demands of medical school. Having this kind of support in my first year of studies, which can often be critical for students, made a big difference, not just in my academic results, but also in how confident and motivated I feel.
To every student thinking about applying, I sincerely recommend it. The scholarship is not only help with money, it is support for your future and your hard work.
I am deeply grateful to the foundation for believing in students like me and giving us the chance to succeed. With the right support, achieving your dreams is a step closer.”
Иво Тојтов, ученик во четврта година во СУГС Гимназија „Орце Николов“ во Скопје, беше наш стипендист во рамки на Фондот за поддршка на талентирани средношколци “Таленти денес – лидери утре„ од генерацијата 2024/2025 .
Тој е вистински пример за млад човек кој со љубопитност, ентузијазам, сестраност и упорност остава силен впечаток и зад себе остава значајни резултати. За своите академски постигнувања, ангажман и исклучителна активност, Иво беше избран за првенец на генерацијата во своето училиште.
Наука што решава реални проблеми:Како дел од тимот „LuftON“ на Climathon Skopje 2024, Иво работеше на иновативно решение за аерозагадувањето – мастило за маркери за бела табла направено од саѓи (прашкасти остатоци од оџаците). Благодарение на неговите знаења од хемија, тимот успешно разви прототип. Следната цел им е самостојно производство на еколошка обвивка за маркерот со рециклирана пластика и 3D принтер.
Натпревари и признанија:Иво освои низа награди:
II награда на општинскиот и III награда на регионалниот натпревар по хемија
III место на регионалниот и I награда на државниот натпревар по германски јазик
Сертификат за учество на државниот натпревар по филозофија
Едукатор и креатор на содржини:Иво ја пренесува љубовта кон хемијата преку својот профил @totohemija на Instagram, каде што објавува постови од серијалот „Хемијата е насекаде околу нас“. Истовремено, држи приватни часови по хемија за други ученици, притоа поттикнувајќи ги да ја засакаат оваа наука.
Музичка изразност:Иво активно учествуваше во низа настани по повод 70-годишниот јубилеј на неговото училиште – СУГС „Орце Николов“. Се истакна со соло изведба на саксофон („My Way“), настапи како дел од гимназискиот оркестар, учествуваше во мјузикл и театарска претстава.
Менторство што прави разлика:Преку програмата, Иво доби поддршка од својот ментор особено при изборот на идниот академски пат. По конструктивен разговор, тој донесе одлука да продолжи со студии на Институтот за хемија при ПМФ – УКИМ, насока Применета хемија – аналитичка биохемија.
Личен напредок:Положувањето на возачкиот испит беше уште еден чекор кон неговата самостојност и подготвеност за универзитетските предизвици.
Иво Тојтов претставува токму тој тип на млад лидер какви што сакаме да ги поддржиме преку програмата „Таленти денес – лидери утре“. Неговата приказна е инспирација за многу други средношколци кои сонуваат големо и се подготвени да вложат во себе.
Му посакуваме многу успех во продолжувањето на образованието и со нетрпение ги очекуваме неговите идни достигнувања!
The Executive Education program in Canada has been a truly rewarding and enriching experience for me. As part of the Executive Leadership program, I’ve successfully completed the Queen’s Executive Leadership Program at the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University in Kingston, followed by a job-shadowing experience at the leading company in Toronto, the Toronto Star.
The Leadership Program at the Smith School of Business was focused on learning and peer-to-peer knowledge exchange while exposing participants to diverse leadership environments, focusing on strategic leadership, innovation, team performance, and organizational transformation.
Queen’s University gave me the opportunity to learn alongside and from professors, executive coaches, an incredible group of peers who challenged, inspired, and supported each other throughout the program. The curriculum included a series of inspiring lectures on transformational, charismatic, and self-aware leadership, advanced one-on-one coaching, as well as team meetings with an extraordinary Seeker Challenge exercise. This aided in developing skills and expertise, with awareness as the foundation for more effective, authentic guidance, persuasive communication, and empathetic leadership.
My Executive journey culminated in the unforgettable experience at the Toronto Star, with the opportunity to job-shadow across multiple departments at one of Canada’s leading and most respected news organizations. I gained valuable insight into how different functions come together to support high-impact journalism. It was inspiring to see the collaboration, creativity, and commitment that drive every part of the organization.
I’m extremely grateful to Mr. Jonatan Bitove for the incredible organization and exclusive access across a spectrum of departments, and to everyone at the Toronto Star who took the time to share their proficiency and make this practice so meaningful. This knowledge deepened my appreciation for the power of storytelling, innovation, and cross-functional teamwork in the media industry.
Kudos to Prof. Goce Andreevski, for his warm hospitality and personalized engagement in providing a customized training session for strategy and competitive advantage. Also, glad to meet and exchange ideas with the members of the Ambassador’s Club of the Macedonia 2025 organization in Canada.
This experience expanded my perspective on leadership, strategic decision-making, and the power of authentic influence. I am looking forward to applying these insights and driving meaningful impact in my company, Makedonski Telekom, to lead with elevated confidence and purpose, and carry these learnings into the next stage of my professional career.
A huge thank you to Macedonia2025 for their incredible support and for allowing me to be part of this journey! Although I entered the program with high expectations, it exceeded every educational, practical, and professional level.
Honored and excited for the voyage ahead and the opportunity to grow, learn, and give back!
Zane Ivanovska, Lead for Customer Experience and Customer Value Management – AD Makedonski Telekom (part of DT Group)
