On June 29, the first large-scale city forum dedicated to the Gomel blogger community, "Growth Points," was held at the G. Kh. Vashchenko Art Gallery. City mayor Vladimir Aleksandrovich Privalov actively participated in the event. This event became an important platform for the exchange of ideas and projects aimed at developing the region's digital space.

As part of the forum, student volunteers and teachers of the Polytechnic University organized an interactive exhibition, the purpose of which was not only to reflect the educational potential of the university: educational programs, advanced training courses, areas of activity of the volunteer center, but also to provide guests - well-known city bloggers - with an opportunity to take part in thematic quiz games developed by students and teachers of the University. Foreign student volunteers also made their contribution, demonstrating national instruments that could be played - a metallophone, maracas, ratchets. The exhibition combined educational, creative and communication projects, which allowed participants not only to showcase their achievements, but also to establish new contacts. For example, during the event, the well-known Gomel blogger Igor Kurilovich, known on Instagram under the pseudonym "@Banketosik" expressed a desire to visit the university to participate in the university's interactive conversation blog in person.

The central event of the forum was a mini-discussion with Mayor Vladimir Aleksandrovich Privalov, during which the city's development prospects and the participation of young bloggers were discussed. The mayor also took part in a quiz, where he answered students' questions about Gomel's future. The Polytechnic University presented a number of initiatives that highlight its commitment to integrating modern technology into the educational process. Among the topics of interest to the students were plans to create pedestrian paths and music venues, as well as the implementation of special lanes on city roads for electric scooter users. The students also inquired about the possibility of conducting nighttime theatrical tours of the city, which particularly interested Vladimir Aleksandrovich.

The "Growth Points" forum became not only a platform for exchanging opinions and experiences but also an important step toward creating closer ties between educational institutions and the digital community. The Polytechnic University continues to actively develop its initiatives, fostering a new generation of specialists prepared for modern challenges.
A specialist from the Department of Ideological and Educational Work spoke about Gomel's development and participation in Youth Day.
As part of the First Bloggers Forum, Elsherbini Salah Mohamed Elsayed, a specialist from the Department of Ideological and Educational Work, gave an interview to Gomel City Radio 107.4 FM and shared his impressions of the Youth Day events.
Salah Mohamed noted that this is not his first time participating in such events: he is actively involved in the life of the city, attending holidays such as City Day, Victory Day, parades, as well as events in other regions of Belarus, including Minsk and Grodno.
This time, he, along with the mayor of Gomel and city officials, was waiting to engage with bloggers to discuss city development issues. The mayor suggested residents use a Telegram bot to exchange ideas and address pressing issues.
The department employee also spoke about the involvement of international students in university events and praised the efforts of local authorities in transforming Gomel. He emphasized how the city has changed in recent years, noting the beauty of the Sozh River, Central Park, and Sovetskaya Street.

In conclusion, Salah Mohamed invited all Belarusians to visit Gomel, this year's youth capital, and congratulated residents on Youth Day.