Mirijevo residents fight to save the last forest in their part of the city, collecting signatures at multiple locations
Translated from Serbian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Residents of Mirijevo are collecting signatures to save the last forest in their part of Belgrade.
- They are seeking to protect the green space from being built upon.
- The initiative aims to preserve the forest for the community's well-being.
While many Belgrade residents seek refuge from the summer heat in cooler areas, a group of citizens in Mirijevo are fighting to preserve the neighborhood's only forest. The initiative, named "Mirijevo zeleno" (Green Mirijevo), is actively collecting signatures across multiple locations to protect this vital green space.
The residents' primary concern is the potential development of the forest area. They are rallying together to prevent it from being built upon, emphasizing its importance for the local environment and the quality of life for the community. The forest serves as a crucial natural resource in an increasingly urbanized part of the city.
This grassroots effort highlights a growing tension between urban development and environmental preservation in Belgrade. The citizens of Mirijevo are demonstrating a strong commitment to safeguarding their local ecosystem, underscoring the value they place on natural spaces for recreation and well-being.
Originally published by N1 Serbia in Serbian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.