In July 2025, interregional hybrid meetings were held in Tbilisi and Yerevan, bringing together civil society organisations and individual activists to exchange best practices and develop close connections. Through workshops and participatory activities, civic actors not only expand their networks but also develop the skills and confidence needed for long-term engagement.

A key part of the project was storytelling. We documented personal narratives of youth civic actors from Armenia and Georgia through short films, amplifying voices that often go unheard.

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Mariam Sajaya, a former lawyer turned eco-innovator, founded Aramaro, Georgia’s first permaculture and natural building education space. Living off-grid, she created a model homestead that sustains people while regenerating the environment, inspiring a growing community—especially young women—to embrace eco-mindful living. Her mission is to prove that cooperation between humans and nature is not only possible but deeply rewarding.

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Katy Mulashvili, co-founder of Knowledge Café in Georgia’s smallest eastern town, transformed an empty building into a vibrant social enterprise with a library, tech room, bookshop, and café. Funded by a historic grassroots campaign, it brings youth and elders together to learn, connect, and embrace civic engagement, sparking cultural and personal change in the community.

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Esma Goombissi, a blind lawyer and disability rights activist in Georgia, conducts nationwide trainings for students, professionals, and officials on inclusion and accessibility. From pushing for audible traffic signals to mentoring youth, she works to dismantle barriers and envision a future where disabled people can live, work, and thrive without constantly having to advocate for their rights.

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