About UsThreatened ForestsOur MissionProjectsGalleryGet InvolvedEnglishՀայերենAbout UsThreatened ForestsOur MissionProjectsGalleryGet Involved Armenian Forests Environmental NGO "Armenian Forests" Environmental NGO (AFNGO) was registered as an environmental non-governmental organization in February 2003. AFNGO’s vision is to promote prosperous life, which emphasizes environmental and ecological rights protection and sustainable development. AFNGO's mission is to protect and develop Armenia’s nature: forests, landscapes, water and air, biodiversity for current and future generations. The organization’s objectives include also increasing, public participation and civic activism among the population, awareness raising, advocacy,lobbying, promotion of healthy living and healthy environment, ecological education, protection of Human Rights and awareness raising. Get involved About us Armenian Forests NGO is actively working to protect and restore Armenia’s forests through reforestation, advocacy, education, and community engagement. As a means of reclaiming, protecting, and expanding forested areas, Armenian Forests NGO involves individuals, communities, other NGOs, government, and businesses in a variety of solutions on multiple fronts including changes in policies, norms of thinking and action, economic improvement, public education, and media advocacy (see our “Approach” and “Actions” pages for more details). What We Do
  • Implementing model local reforestation and protection projects.
  • Reducing the demand for wood through alternative solutions.
  • Advocating for improved national policies and enforcement.
  • Conducting public education and media outreach campaigns.
  • Supporting coalitions to champion protection measures.
 Forestry Policy
  • Developing and implementing models of local reforestation and stewardship.
  • Conducting public education through the media and local organizations.
  • Supporting broad efforts for reforestation and protection of natural resources.
  • Attracting investments to promote alternative energy and job creation.
  • Advocating for local and national policies aligned with international covenants.
Accomplishments Ended the use of Armenia’s pine forests as New Year’s trees through successful campaigns. Co-led the effort to save the Shikahogh Reserve, Armenia's last unspoiled forest. Vision Mission Objectives Approach Current actions

Vision: To have a prosperous economy which emphasizes environmental protection and sustainable development.

Mission: To protect and restore Armenia’s forests for current and future generations.

We aim to address the root causes of deforestation, including the demand for cheap fuel, lack of affordable alternative energy, inadequate policies, corruption, and insufficient enforcement.

Armenian Forests NGO seeks the following objectives for Armenia:

  • Protection of forested areas
  • Expansion of healthy forest areas
  • Transition to sustainable forest management

Armenian Forests NGO works through a broad-based approach to accomplish its goals, including:

  • Supporting alternative energy to reduce the demand for wood as fuel
  • Attracting investment and funding to emphasize protection of natural resources
  • Developing and implementing models of local reforestation and stewardship
  • Conducting public education and outreach through the news media
  • Supporting reforestation, protection, and stewardship of natural resources
  • Advocating for local and national policies aligned with international covenants
  • Supervising the restoration of 1200 hectares of degraded forests in Tavoush and Lori Marzes.
  • Advancing reforestation projects and nurseries in Kotayk, Sevan National Park, Aragatsotn, Lori, Syunik, and Yerevan.
  • Building support to curb illegal logging and promote mass reforestation through media coverage and lobbying.
  • Developing a fruit garden to create jobs and generate income for reforestation efforts.
  • Engaging communities and experts to develop regulations for the national forest code.
  • Training and supporting local NGOs to involve youth in environmental protection.
  • Leading coalition actions with local and international organizations to protect Armenia’s environment.
Get Involved with Armenian Forests NGO Join us in protecting and restoring Armenia’s forests by cooperating, volunteering, or making a donation. Cooperation Volunteering Donations Cooperation Armenian Forests NGO is always looking to expand partnerships with individuals, interns, and volunteers. Contact us to find out how you can contribute to the future of Armenia’s forests. Volunteering Current opportunities include translations, tree planting, organizing educational activities, research projects, community outreach, and local forest monitoring.
For more information, call us at +374 91 436809 or email us at info@armenianforests.am. Donations Every contribution helps us make a difference. Your donations support:
  • $100-500: Advocacy efforts to prevent deforestation and curb illegal logging.
  • $500-1000: Expanding nurseries for reforestation projects.
  • $1000-10,000: Mass reforestation, planting thousands of trees annually.
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