OR1: Restart Gavar Youth NGO

Restart Gavar Youth NGO is an independent youth-led organisation based in Gavar, Armenia, founded in 2023. The organisation works to strengthen democratic participation, civic engagement, and youth empowerment at the local and regional levels. Restart Gavar promotes inclusive decision-making, participatory mechanisms, and active citizenship through educational programmes, advocacy initiatives, and community-based projects. Since its establishment, the organisation has implemented over 40 community initiatives, delivered 60 professional development trainings, organised public campaigns, and directly engaged around 500 young people.

With a strong focus on transparency, inclusivity, and democratic values, Restart Gavar actively cooperates with local authorities, civil society organisations, and youth networks to build sustainable community development models. The organisation is also a recognised partner and supporter of the Green Councils Federation in Armenia and is committed to contributing to a stronger, more inclusive youth movement in Eastern Europe and the South Caucasus.