The ‘Artsyz: Striving for SDGs Despite the War’ project, implemented by the Moloda Gromada Foundation, aims to support the Artsyz community in achieving five selected Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 3, 4, 7, 11, 12) in the context of challenges posed by the ongoing war.

The goal is to raise awareness and engage residents and stakeholders, involving a group of residents and stakeholders in addressing local issues through social projects and innovative actions. Additionally, the project seeks to integrate SDGs into the community’s long-term development strategy through an update to its strategic plan.

The needs of the community were identified through regular surveys conducted by Moloda Gromada (MG), which included online feedback and interviews with residents and stakeholders. The gathered data helped pinpoint the key challenges the project aims to address.

The project will begin with signing a memorandum with local authorities, detailing the action plan. An informational campaign on the five SDGs will follow, including educational publications and five monthly engagement campaigns. Roundtable discussions will be organized with government representatives, businesses, and activists, and competitions for local projects related to the selected SDGs will be held. Finally, strategic update proposals based on the project’s outcomes will be submitted to local authorities.

The project’s success will be measured based on three key indicators:

1. Increased Awareness: 80% of participants report better knowledge of the five SDGs. Outputs: 20 creative publications, 5,000 informed citizens.
2. Strengthened Social Activism: 75% of participants feel more empowered to address SDG-related issues. Outputs: 1,300 engaged residents, 15 social action projects.
3. Integration into Local Planning: Strategic update proposals, incorporating SDGs, are submitted and considered by local authorities.

Through the communication strategy, the project engages residents via online campaigns, meetings, and workshops, promoting local initiatives that support the long-term sustainable development of the community.