Street 1 number 10 Cucer Sandevo
1000 Skopje
North Macedonia
- Environment/Sustainable development
BILLKILIFE" Herbal House is a Center for sustainable development, through herbalism and using its potential for tourism and economic purposes, social entrepreneurship, circular economy and inclusiveness. Caring for the environment is our commitment, through the application of the circular economy and green entrepreneurship, by selecting and reusing herbal waste, to use its potential Our activities are aimed at rural development through herbal tourism, with new innovative forms, creating a tourist offer for all citizens, who will be able to use the benefits of medicinal herbs and forest fruits, including people with disabilities, through a recreational tour for people with disabilities with medicinal herbs, the first of its kind in our areas. We are working on the development of entrepreneurship in the rural environment, because it is of great importance, for which we are working on acquiring skills to use the potential of medicinal herbs for business, preparation of various categories of products, which contributes to local economic development Through scientific research, education, application of modern foreign experiences, institutional cooperation, to achieve sustainable development at the local level, through the use of local resources and capacities. Our vision is to preserve nature's resources, to promote innovative approaches in solving complex social problems, to influence greater utilization of economic potentials at the local level and to direct resources towards economic benefit for local development and economic strengthening of the rural environment. "BILLKILIFE" is a social enterprise that invests part of its funds in improving the quality of life of people with disabilities, in terms of accessibility in tourism, creating conditions for them to use services, as well as achieving equal opportunities for employment and their economic empowerment. "Bilkilife" is a social enterprise that channels a portion of its resources towards enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities, primarily in the realm of accessible tourism. This initiative fosters conditions that enable them to access services while striving for equal employment opportunities and their economic empowerment, thereby contributing to local development and bolstering the rural economy.
We are addressing all people with disabilities from different categories. There’s a need for help for the younger and older with disabilities because there aren’t any tourist services specified for them, affecting their health. The improvement my target group will receive is a sense of equality, regardless of the condition of these people, it will improve their health. Short term effects are socialization and long term effects are improved health. The impact of the environment of my target group will be happy parents and family from the opportunity to get this service with such value. We strive to help people with disabilities and to make their social life better.
Main Activities and Projects of BILKILIFE Herbal House 1. Herbal Tourism and Recreational Tours for People with Disabilities - Inclusive Herbal Tourism: Develop and offer herbal tourism packages specifically designed for people with disabilities, incorporating medicinal herbs and forest fruits. - Recreational Tours: Implement the first recreational tour with medicinal herbs for people with disabilities, ensuring accessibility and enjoyment for all participants. 2. Herbal Therapy and Rehabilitation Programs - Herbal Therapy Sessions: Conduct therapeutic sessions utilizing medicinal herbs to improve the health and well-being of people with disabilities. - Rehabilitation Programs: Offer specialized rehabilitation programs that integrate herbal therapy to aid in the physical and mental recovery of participants. 3. Sustainable Development and Environmental Initiatives - Circular Economy Practices: Implement practices that select and reuse herbal waste, promoting sustainability and reducing environmental impact. - Green Entrepreneurship: Foster green entrepreneurship by encouraging the use of local resources and capacities for economic benefit and environmental preservation. 4. Social Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment - Entrepreneurship Development: Develop and support entrepreneurship in rural environments, focusing on using the potential of medicinal herbs for business ventures. - Economic Empowerment: Provide training and resources to people with disabilities to create equal employment opportunities and contribute to local economic development. 5. Education and Skill Acquisition - Educational Workshops: Conduct workshops and training sessions to educate individuals on the benefits and applications of medicinal herbs. - Skill Development: Offer programs to acquire skills necessary for preparing various herbal products, promoting local economic growth. 6. Scientific Research and Institutional Cooperation - Research Projects: Engage in scientific research to explore the benefits and applications of medicinal herbs. - Cooperative Initiatives: Collaborate with institutions to apply modern foreign experiences and achieve sustainable development at the local level. 7. Community Engagement and Social Inclusion - Community Programs: Implement programs aimed at enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities, ensuring their social inclusion and participation. - Family Support: Develop initiatives that provide support to the families of people with disabilities, improving their overall quality of life. By focusing on these main activities and projects, BILKILIFE Herbal House aims to foster sustainable development, social inclusion, and economic empowerment, particularly for people with disabilities, while also contributing to environmental preservation and rural development.
Our activities actively contribute to building strong communities that support individuals from marginalized groups, encouraging their active participation in community life. Additionally, our production of products from herbal waste exemplifies our commitment to the circular economy, a model we strive to follow. These initiatives collectively help in fostering more resilient and inclusive communities. We can significantly contribute to the network in our country by promoting inclusivity, sharing best practices and strategies for supporting marginalized groups to help other organizations create more inclusive environments. By advancing the circular economy, we can provide insights and knowledge on transforming herbal waste into valuable products, encouraging sustainable practices within the network. Building partnerships and collaborating with other organizations will create synergies, share resources, and amplify our collective impact. Through educational outreach, we can offer workshops and training sessions on our successful models to educate and empower other members of the network. Additionally, by using our platform for advocacy, we can promote policies and practices that support marginalized groups and sustainability, influencing broader societal change. Through these contributions, we aim to strengthen the network's capacity to build resilient, inclusive, and sustainable communities across the country.
We believe that collaborating with other countries and communities is essential to achieving our organization's goals and striving to make the world a better place.