RUKOKI, UGANDA.
Empowering women and regenerating landscapes in the surrounding villages of the Rwenzori forest, Uganda.
PROJECT SNAPSHOT.
Initially, working with 300 women and girls, this initiative integrates a regenerative approach that is not only helping to preserve a vital ecosystem but aims to enhance climate resilience, increase soil fertility, reduce erosion and landslides, and provide food, fuel, and income for local women and families in an area marred by gender inequality and domestic violence.
Partners: Daughters for Earth and Alpha Women Empowerment Initiative (AWEI)
About: Founded in 2009 in Kasese, Uganda, Alpha Women Empowerment Initiative (AWEI) is truly a grassroots non-profit organisation. Their success stems from being part of the community they serve, bringing essential understanding and cultural sensitivity to their work. AWEI tackle gender inequality, domestic violence, and early marriage, empowering women to be more self-sufficient and protect and restore their local environment through community-led conservation.
Hear directly from Masika Elda of Alpha Women Empowerment Initiative in this short video.
MISSION & IMPACT.
Empowering Women, Restoring Landscapes.
At the heart of this project are these vital pillars:
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Gender Equity: Enhancing the self-sufficiency of women, empowering them to become leaders in the movement to restore the environment.
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Forest Restoration: Safeguarding the biodiversity and vital ecosystems that countless species rely on ensuring these natural sanctuaries thrive for future generations.
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The Power of Community: By training women in sustainable practices and agroforestry, they not only gain skills to sustain their families but also fosters a community of environmental stewards who will pass on their knowledge and passion.
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Nature Corridors: Creating these natural pathways are crucial for migrating wildlife and offer a buffer against climate change and extreme weather, protecting wildlife and the communities that call these regions home.