Jeugdbond voor Natuur en Milieu, Environmental youth organization in Ghent, Belgium
Jeugdbond voor Natuur en Milieu is an organization for young people aged 7 to 26 focused on nature conservation and environmental protection. It operates roughly 50 autonomous local groups throughout Flanders and Brussels that work on environmental issues in their communities.
This organization was founded in 1983 through the merger of two earlier youth groups dedicated to nature education. The combination created a stronger platform for environmental work with young people across the region.
Members gather regularly for outdoor activities and learn hands-on skills in protecting natural spaces and wildlife. These experiences shape how young people understand their relationship with the environment.
The main office in Ghent provides meeting spaces, a shop, and facilities for the local groups to organize their activities. Visitors can find information about programs and projects happening in their area.
The organization has run vegetarian camps since 1991 and has expanded toward fully vegan programs in recent years. This dietary choice reflects the belief that environmental protection connects to how people live daily.
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