In the spring of 2025, the Grassroots Institute conducted a series of interactive eco-lessons on the topic: “Wind energy – for or against?” This initiative is a part of the larger programs “ECO-AWARE: School of Conscious Decisions” and “Eco-Explorers: The School of Conscious Choices”. The program was created to facilitate a critical evaluation of the advantages and disadvantages of renewable energy, cultivate an ecological culture, and foster a sense of civic responsibility among young people. The primary goal of the eco-lessons is to encourage independent thinking and equip students with knowledge to make informed decisions in a world where energy choices have significant cons
The Grassroots Institute expresses gratitude to Uzhhorod National University for inviting us to become part of the organization and participate in the XVII International Scientific and Practical Conference "Zakarpattia Legal Readings: Relocation under Extraordinary Legal Regimes", which took place on April 25–26, 2025, in the city of Uzhhorod.
The Grassroots Institute Ukraine had an honor to co-organize an extremely important event – a roundtable dedicated to the development of the Regional Action Plan for 2026–2027 for the implementation of the Strategy for Promoting the Realization of the Rights and Opportunities of Persons of the Roma National Minority in Ukrainian Society for the Period Until 2030 in the Transcarpathian Region.
On 19 May 2025, our public organization held a working meeting with representatives of the Transcarpathian Biosphere Reserve within the framework of the signed memorandum of cooperation. The meeting was attended by Iryna Dmytrivna Jonash (acting head of the Department of Scientific Foundations of Sustainable Development, Preparation and Implementation of Grant Projects) and Vasyl Fedorovych Pokynchereda (Deputy Head of the Department of Scientific Research and International Cooperation). Our organization was represented at the meeting by the head of the NGO – Dr. Olga Volodymyrivna Donets.
Uzhhorod is a city with a centuries-old history and multicultural heritage. One of the forgotten symbols of this heritage is the old cemetery on Kapushanska Street, which has been neglected for a long time. Once it was a place of worthy rest for the city's residents, but over the years the cemetery became practically abandoned and turned into a natural garbage dump.
This day originated from the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development in Rio de Janeiro (1992), when the world first spoke on a large scale about the critical importance of freshwater for life on the planet. Since 1993, we have been commemorating this day annually to remind ourselves and others: water is not just a resource, but the foundation of our existence.
On March 17, 2025, Grassroots Institute and the Faculty of Law of Uzhhorod National University officially solidified their partnership by signing a Memorandum of Cooperation!
Mountain pastures, covering over 25% of the Earth’s terrestrial area, are vital for both biodiversity and the livelihoods of millions of people. Pastoralists and minority communities often face a multitude of challenges that exacerbate their vulnerability, including land alienation, climate change, and socio-political marginalization.
The war in Ukraine has led to widespread destruction, particularly in rural areas where infrastructure, livelihoods, and governance structures have been severely disrupted. Effective rural local governance plays a critical role in the country’s reconstruction by fostering economic development, social cohesion, and sustainable practices.
The war in Ukraine has had devastating effects on the country's infrastructure, economy, and society. As Ukraine undertakes the complex process of rebuilding, citizen media has emerged as a crucial tool for communication, mobilization, and documentation.
