Baku, August 30, 2024, The Europe Today: Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and founder and head of IDEA Public Union, met with participants of the “Young Beekeeper” project in Gabala, as reported by local media.
During the meeting, Leyla Aliyeva engaged in meaningful discussions with the young beekeepers, focusing on their activities, initial experiences, and the progress they have made in beekeeping. The young participants expressed their deep appreciation for her unwavering support and presented her with their first batch of honey, which they had carefully packaged and refined.
Launched in 2021, the “Young Beekeeper” project in the Gabala district has supported 20 young individuals in their journey into beekeeping. This initiative, spearheaded by IDEA Public Union, is co-organized with the Youth Foundation of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the State Employment Agency, and “ABAD” public legal entity.
The project provides a one-month training program for selected participants, led by experienced professionals. It aims to protect biodiversity, promote beekeeping as a sustainable entrepreneurial activity, support natural honey production, and improve the financial well-being of young families. Participants receive comprehensive beekeeping equipment, including bee families, hives, protective clothing, and essential accessories.
In addition to training, the project seeks to foster competitive honey production in a market-driven economy by facilitating access to a broader customer base through product exhibitions and organized sales efforts.
