Conservation

Plastic Free World

Ugandan cities are polluted and filled with plastic bottles and bags, that are harmful to the environment and water bodies. Most households have no knowledge of differentiating and sorting domestic waste from plastic bags and papers, and hence they deposit them to the land fill.

Our campaign is to reverse the trend and educate the public on proper disposal of plastics, recycling to create livelihoods. This campaign is targeting Arua City in Northern Uganda, where there is rampant in appropriate plastic disposal and no educational awareness. We are seeking for $ 3,500 for house hold education & training, community engagement, radio talk shows, audio and visual drama on radios, fliers, IEC etc.

Environmental Conservation

Our project Reducing Carbon Emissions Through Environmental Conservation and Awareness, supported by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration in Imvepi refugees settlement for 12 months project September 2017-September 2018.

80 women and girls in making reusable sanitary
Engaged over 800 hosts and refugees in conservation
Media campaign (drama played on TV and FM radio occasionally once a week for 1 minute on environmental awareness and conservation).
Planted 20,000 wood lots and 4,000 grafted seedlings.
Meeting the local communities and train them on conservation skills.

Eco-Restoration and Waste Management Initiative in Uganda

Join us in our efforts for a cleaner lake!

Project proposal: Restoring the Vitality of Lake Victoria

Executive Summary:

Lake Victoria, the largest freshwater lake in Africa, faces severe environmental degradation due to uncontrolled waste disposal. This project aims to implement an integrated waste management system, promote community-led eco-restoration activities, and establish sustainable livelihoods for local communities reliant on the lake. By combining innovative waste solutions, policy advocacy, and community engagement, the project seeks to restore the ecological balance of Lake Victoria and ensure its long-term sustainability.

Project Objectives:

Reduce Waste Disposal: Establish efficient waste collection, segregation, and recycling systems for communities around Lake Victoria.
Enhance Eco-Restoration: Rehabilitate degraded wetlands, promote reforestation of lake catchments, and control invasive species.
Community Engagement: Educate and empower local communities, including women and youth, to adopt sustainable practices in waste management and lake conservation.
Advocate Policy Changes: Collaborate with stakeholders to enforce stricter waste disposal regulations and protect Lake Victoria’s ecosystem

Key Activities:

1. Waste Management Infrastructure:

Set up waste collection centers in major towns and fishing villages around the lake.
Partner with recycling companies to process plastic waste into usable products.
Promote the use of biodegradable packaging materials.

2. Eco-Restoration Projects:

Rehabilitate wetlands around the lake to act as natural filters for pollutants.
Plant native trees along the shoreline and catchment areas to reduce soil erosion.
Control and manage water hyacinth and other invasive species.

3. Community Mobilization and Education:

Conduct workshops on sustainable waste practices for local communities, schools, and businesses.
Support alternative livelihood projects, such as eco-tourism and organic aquaculture, to reduce pressure on lake resources.
Launch awareness campaigns on the importance of protecting Lake Victoria.

4. Monitoring and Policy Advocacy:

Develop a robust monitoring system to track pollution levels in Lake Victoria.
Work with local governments to strengthen waste management policies.
Advocate for stricter penalties for illegal waste dumping.

Expected Outcomes:

Reduction in the volume of waste entering Lake Victoria by 40% within five years.
Restoration of 10,000 hectares of wetlands and forested catchment areas.
Increased community participation in eco-restoration and sustainable livelihood programs.
Enhanced policy enforcement to safeguard Lake Victoria’s ecosystem.