Black Wood Environmental Biedrība
Black Wood Environmental Biedrība was founded by eight young people who came together during their university years with a shared passion for creating a more livable world. Witnessing the urgent impacts of climate change, they aimed to use natural resources more efficiently, generate knowledge, turn it into daily practices, and raise awareness for a sustainable future.
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In 2022, we officially became an association to further strengthen and grow our mission.
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Today, our members include academics, food and environmental engineers, dietitians, educators, artists, project specialists, and students. Supported by a strong network of volunteers, we operate as an inclusive community open to all individuals and professions, united by a commitment to sustainability and social well-being.
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Our overall purpose is to promote an ecological and fair approach that protects public welfare, the rights of future generations, and all living beings. We advocate for food systems and social practices that are climate-aware, local, need-based, self-sufficient, and rooted in ancestral knowledge.
Our Projects
Every Bite of Food Matters
2023-1-LV02-KA152-YOU-000114359
Our project, held in Riga, Latvia between February 13–18, 2024, brought together 48 participants from Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Turkey, and Ukraine to raise awareness about the environmental, social, and economic impacts of food waste and to equip young people with practical strategies to reduce it. Through interactive workshops and cultural exchange, the project also fostered international cooperation and youth engagement under the Erasmus+ program.
Protect Your Future with Disaster Awareness
2023-3-LV02-KA152-YOU-000178766
Our project, held in Riga, Latvia from May 12–19, 2024, brought together 36 young participants from Latvia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Bulgaria, and Portugal to raise awareness about natural disaster preparedness and effective intervention. Through workshops and inclusive activities, the project aimed to build a more informed, resilient, and socially cohesive society while also supporting youth with fewer opportunities and promoting intercultural understanding.
Our Partner Projects
Buy Less, Choose Well, Make It Last
2022-3-HU01-KA152-YOU-000094019
This project, held in Budapest from October 2–7, 2023, brought together 55 participants from Hungary, Czech Republic, Latvia, Spain, and Turkey to raise awareness about environmental sustainability, zero waste, conscious consumption, and recycling. Through interactive activities and intercultural exchange, the project aimed to promote environmentally responsible behaviors and contribute to the fight against the climate crisis.
If you know nature, you know your future!
2023-1-TR01-KA152-YOU-000142270
Our project brought together young participants from France, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Türkiye, and Ukraine to raise awareness about the environmental harm caused by plastic bag use and to promote sustainable alternatives like cloth and reusable bags. Through creative workshops, seminars, and awareness campaigns, the project aimed to encourage eco-friendly habits, reduce single-use plastics, and support youth engagement in environmental protection under the Erasmus+ framework.
Cruelty Free Fashion
2022-3-HU01-KA152-YOU-000093353
Our project brought together young participants from Czechia, Hungary, Turkey, Latvia, Romania, and Italy to raise awareness about animal rights and promote cruelty-free, ethical attitudes toward animals in daily life, fashion, and cosmetics. Through discussions, workshops, and intercultural exchange, the project aimed to encourage volunteerism, foster empathy, and inspire long-term action against animal cruelty, while also supporting the goals of the Erasmus+ program.
Young Guardians of Forest and Nature
2024-1-TR01-KA153-YOU-000217026
This youth workers mobility project "Young Guardians of Forest and Nature" brings together 40 participants from Türkiye, France, Iceland, Romania, Lithuania, and Austria to promote environmental awareness and action among young people. The project aims to empower youth to become active defenders of forests and nature through non-formal education, hands-on activities, and international collaboration.
Promoting Youth Leadership in Forestry and Environmental Entrepreneurship
2024-1-TR01-KA220-YOU-000254161
The "Promoting Youth Leadership in Forestry and Environmental Entrepreneurship" project aims to empower young people to become leaders in sustainable forestry and environmental conservation. Through training workshops, the Youth Ambassador Program, international collaborations, and hackathons, the project offers young people opportunities to explore careers in the environmental sector, foster entrepreneurship, and engage in community-based environmental initiatives. Currently ongoing, the project helps develop young people's environmental awareness and encourages them to contribute to positive societal change.
