Towards Green Environment
Climate change is no longer a distant threat to humanity. The devastating impacts can be seen now in the global south.
The village of Osodo, Kenya has been experiencing unprecedented and unpredictable floods for the past 5 years as a result of the climate crisis. Whereas before, people were able to predict flood patterns and use them to grow crops, now regular seasonal harvests are almost impossible. This is leading to widespread hunger, homelessness, broken economies, dangerous wildlife encroachment, and a lack of safety. The flooding has also resulted in a malaria epidemic, as stagnant waters have become breeding grounds for mosquitos that carry the disease.
We are now working closely with Towards Green Environment, our partner in Kenya, to help this community meet their immediate needs.
The community has a vision of building homes outside of the flood zone, having a school for children, and a permaculture community garden. However, this vision is only possible if their basic needs are met.
The Abundant Earth Foundation and Towards Green Environment are partnering to raise $6,500, which will provide:
- mattresses, blankets, mosquito nets, and protective gear to 20 of the most vulnerable children
- the construction of a modern, above-ground Pit Latrine (toilet) for 350 people which will help keep human waste out of the flooded waters.
- food and clean water for the whole community for one month
These necessities will help meet the basic human needs of this community, so that they can work together toward the greater vision of creating a permaculture paradise for all.
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About Towards Green Environment
The organization
Towards Green Environment (TGE) is a youth-led non-profit organization operating in the Kibra constituency in the larger region of Nairobi County, Kenya. They work to promote environmental conservation through training, empowerment, and awareness campaigns about climate change.
The founder
This project will be managed by Jack Mazingira, co-founder of Towards Green Environment, who is currently working on his Master’s in Climate and Sustainability at Kenyatta University and has participated in a number of permaculture, agroforestry, and regenerative agriculture trainings, including the first training in East Africa sponsored by Agroforestry Regeneration Communities.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
