JANUN e.V.
JANUN is a statewide network in Lower Saxony that raises awareness among young people for nature and environmental protection. Through workshops, international projects, and participation initiatives, JANUN promotes sustainable development and social justice. Committed young people find diverse opportunities for co-design here.
JANUN - JugendAktion Natur- und Umweltschutz Niedersachsen e.V.
editJANUN is a statewide network of youth associations, youth environmental offices, project workshops, and independent groups in nature and environmental protection in Niedersachsen. Founded as JugendAktion Natur- und Umweltschutz Niedersachsen, JANUN has developed into a comprehensive youth environmental network since the 1990s.
Key Products and Services
edit- Workshops and Seminars: JANUN offers a variety of workshops and seminars on topics such as environment, climate, FairTrade, and sustainable development, which are accessible to both groups and individuals[1][2][5].
- International Trips and Projects: The network organizes international trips and implements projects in collaboration with partner organizations to connect and engage youth worldwide[1][2].
- Participation Projects: JANUN conducts participation projects with children and young people, particularly regarding urban planning in Hannover, to involve young people in decision-making processes[1].
- Youth Meeting Points and Garden Projects: The "Kleine Jugendtreff Südstadt" in Hannover serves as a meeting point and leisure offer for young people, while the garden of JANUN provides children the opportunity to actively experience and discover the environment[1].
Mission and Values
editJANUN sees itself as a political youth association based on grassroots democratic principles. The mission of JANUN is to raise awareness among young people for ecological and social issues and to demonstrate opportunities for action at both political and individual levels. The network strives to overcome discriminatory conditions and create a place of maximum voluntariness and respect for individual boundaries[2][4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editJANUN is actively committed to achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. These include:
- Climate Protection: JANUN demands a decentralized energy supply 100% from renewable energy sources and the immediate shutdown of all nuclear facilities worldwide[4].
- Sustainable Cities and Communities: The network supports initiatives for sustainable cities and communities, including the project "Young Engagement for Sustainable Communities" (JENK), which brings together young activists to develop and implement project ideas related to the SDGs[3].
- Food Sovereignty: JANUN advocates for food and seed sovereignty, including patent-free access to seeds and the rejection of profit-oriented agro-genetic engineering[4].
- Sustainable Economic Growth: The network promotes an economy that is not based on exploitation and competition but considers the limitations of resources and prioritizes the common good[4].
Through these diverse activities and initiatives, JANUN continuously works to connect, qualify, and empower young people in their engagement to shape a more sustainable and just future.