Case Studies
Challenge: Deforestation and land degradation were major issues affecting water resources and food security in Kenya.
Community Action: Founded by Nobel Laureate Wangari Maathai, the Green Belt Movement mobilized women to plant trees to combat deforestation and promote environmental conservation.
Impact:
Over 51 million trees planted, restoring degraded landscapes.
Reduced soil erosion and improved water retention.
Increased biodiversity and enhanced community resilience to climate change.
Empowered women through education and income-generating opportunities
Read more about the Green Belt Movement here:
Elsewhere in Kenya, another group of community women have mobilized to restore their mangrove forests. Read more about the Mtangawanda Association and support their work here: