The Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) and the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of
Tajikistan (CEP RT) hosted the training workshop on Nature–based Solutions (NbS) and the panel discussion on healthy urban living, utilizing
social media engagement to encourage Dushanbe’s residents to adopt sustainable practices on November 27, 2024.
Tajikistan (CEP RT) hosted the training workshop on Nature–based Solutions (NbS) and the panel discussion on healthy urban living, utilizing
social media engagement to encourage Dushanbe’s residents to adopt sustainable practices on November 27, 2024.
Funded by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the initiative titled “Nature-based Solutions for Improved Urban Air Quality and
Healthy Urban Living in Dushanbe” focused on promoting nature-based solutions backed by insights from a recent urban living assessment. This
collaboration aims to connect government, civil and academia societies, and the donor community to drive positive change.
The Committee for Environmental Protection is leveraging social media for community involvement, with campaigns for tree planting and clean-up
events inspiring local participation. Eco-bloggers are also raising awareness through initiatives like the ‘Zero Waste Challenge,’
demonstrating that everyday actions make a difference.
“Collaboration is key to our environmental initiatives. Partnering with activists and bloggers amplifies our message to the community,” said
Gulrukhsor Tilloi, Head of the Center for Information, Ecology, Promotion and Computer Programming, Committee for Environmental Protection
under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan.
With 2024 declared the Year of Environmental Education, the initiative aims to raise awareness and meet Sustainable Development Goals,
making Dushanbe a model for urban sustainability.
Additional information:
Zebuniso Muminzoda, Director of CAREC Country Office in Tajikistan,
tajikistan@carececo.org
