Another landscaped courtyard handed over to residents in Baku with participation of Heydar Aliyev Foundation VP Leyla Aliyeva (PHOTO)

BAKU, Azerbaijan, April 13. On April 13, the
latest renovated courtyard under the “Our Courtyard” project was
opened for residents in the Yeni Yasamal residential area, Yasamal
district, Baku. The event, attended by Leyla Aliyeva,
Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and founder of the
IDEA Public Union, marked the transformation of a courtyard serving
over 1,400 residents.

During the opening event, Leyla Aliyeva participated in a
tree-planting campaign alongside IDEA volunteers. Gifts were also
distributed to young residents of the newly renovated
courtyard.

The updated courtyard, like other areas under the “Our
Courtyard” initiative, caters to the needs of people with
disabilities, ensuring accessibility for all. The space includes a
football stadium with artificial turf, a large chessboard, various
sports equipment, and a children’s playground to promote physical
activity and engage the youth. Additional features include seating
areas, birdhouses, and cat homes. The courtyard has been enhanced
with new lighting poles, surveillance cameras, and fully renovated
building facades. New asphalt and roofing have been laid, while
electrical lines were updated.

To enhance the green environment, 170 trees of various species,
over 3,100 seasonal flowers, and several shrubs were planted.
Furthermore, to combat air pollution, climbing plants such as
common ivy were used to create “green barriers” around the
courtyard.

The “Our Courtyard” project, launched in 2017 by Leyla Aliyeva,
focuses on improving Baku’s courtyards by restoring greenery,
ensuring ecological cleanliness, and creating safe, comfortable
spaces for residents. As of today, 157 courtyards have been
renovated and handed over to residents.

IDEA Public Union encourages residents to share their
suggestions and requests regarding the landscaping and renovation
of courtyards. Applications can be made via the IDEA Public Union’s
“hotline” at 1113 or by emailing
[email protected].