EcoAction Yerevan: Empowering Youth for Urban Environment
Completed
EcoAction Yerevan: Empowering Youth for Urban Environment
Completed
EcoAction Yerevan: Empowering Youth for Urban Environmental Activism is a local program implemented by ECO Group Youth Environmental NGO with the support of the EVZ Foundation. The initiative aims to engage and empower young people to become active participants in preserving and improving Yerevan’s urban environment. Through educational sessions, community actions, and the use of digital tools, the program equips youth with the knowledge and skills to develop and implement sustainable urban solutions. Participants carry out surveys, awareness campaigns, and hands-on environmental interventions, fostering a new generation of environmentally conscious and proactive citizens.
Target Audience
✱ Youth aged 18–30, living in Yerevan
✱ Students, young professionals, and community activists, interested in environmental issues
✱ At least 20 young participants directly involved in workshops and outreach activities
Partners and Donors
The program is implemented by ECO Group Youth Environmental NGO with the support of the EVZ Foundation.
All publications within the framework of the program have also been produced with the assistance of Association New DRONI 2024. The program’s workshops were held at the Alternative Youth Center of the Armenian Progressive Youth NGO (APY).
Duration
June 08, 2025 - August 25, 2025
Goals
✱ The project primarily supports Goal 13: Climate Action, aiming to combat urban environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices among youth in Yerevan.
✱ Empowering youth and encouraging active community participation:
✱ By providing knowledge, skills, and creative outreach opportunities, the project empowers young people to become active participants and leaders in environmental advocacy within their communities.
Key Activities
✱ Interactive Workshops – Conduct three workshops for youth participants on topics such as urban pollution, waste management, and green space preservation. Sessions will include discussions, teamwork, and hands-on exercises to enhance knowledge and practical skills.
✱ Postcard Design and Production – Support participants in creating creative and informative postcards featuring messages on climate action and sustainable living. Postcards will be printed and distributed within the community.
✱ Social Media Campaign – Develop and share digital versions of the postcards on social media (Facebook, Instagram) with engaging captions and hashtags to broaden outreach and raise awareness.
✱ Project Documentation – Capture the process through photos and short videos, and prepare a summary report presenting key achievements, lessons learned, and recommendations for future actions.
Results
✱ Increased environmental awareness among at least 20 young participants about urban pollution, waste management, and green space preservation.
✱ Production and distribution of at least 30 informational postcards raising awareness among youth in Yerevan.
✱ Enhanced skills and motivation of youth to engage in environmental advocacy and sustainable practices.
✱ Greater visibility of youth-led environmental initiatives on social media platforms.
✱ Strengthened community engagement and a growing culture of eco-responsibility among young people in Yerevan.
Contact Information
Full Name
Seryan Yenokyan
Email
s.yenokian@egye.org
The EcoAction Yerevan program, initiated and implemented by ECO Group Youth Environmental NGO, aims to empower young people, making them active participants in the preservation and development of the urban environment.
20/09/2025
On September 19, our team participated in the EUROBUS Final Event held in Tbilisi, Georgia, organized by Youth Association DRONI with the support of EVZ Foundation.
During the event, we had the opportunity to present the outcomes of our "EcoAction Yerevan: Empowering Youth for Urban Environment" project, share our achievements, and showcase postcards prepared by the participants.