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Community Climate Action and Resilience Project (CCARP).
ORGANIZATION: YOUTH IMPACT CENTRE KENYA
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aThis is an innovative, community-driven initiative aimed at transforming Kibera slum area into an environmentally sustainable and climate-resilient ecology. The project is premised on extensive tree planting, sustainable urban farming, and eco-friendly practices to improve the quality of life, mitigate climate change impacts, and create healthier living environments for residents in congested Kibera slum. The project seeks to empower youths to revolutionize urban greening, environmental conservation and samrt farming and transforming Kibera into a hub for community engagement, sustainable entrepreneurship, and climate-resilient practices. This program aims at; - Planting 600,000 tree to improve air quality, reduce soil erosion and increase green cover. - Use organic compost to grow seedlings and enhance soil health. - Reduce urban flooding through riverbank restoration. - Improved community partication in climate action. - Creating safe and green urban spaces. - Training and sharing knowledge. The project supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); u No poverty (SDG #1) by creating sustainable livelihoods u zero hunger (SDG #2) through increased food production and security u Good health and well-being (SDG #3) by improving access to nutritious food u D ecent work and economic growth (SDG #8) by creating dignified jobs. u C limate action (SDG #13) by promoting environmentally sustainable practices.
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About YOUTH IMPACT CENTRE KENYA
Location:
1725, Nairobi, Nairobi 00502, KE
Mission Statement
To empower communities through creating awareness, enhancing skills, promoting sustainable livelihoods, and advocating for inclusive development.
Description
Youth Impact Centre CBO (Learn, Amplify, and Make a Difference) is a community-based charity organization dedicated to transforming lives and communities through education, social inclusion, healthcare, livelihood and social empowerment in Kibera slum and its suburbs. Founded with a vision to build a just, peaceful, and sustainable world, Youth Impact Centre CBO emerged as a response to the pressing needs of marginalized communities. Recognizing the potential within every individual, the organization was established to empower communities, protect the environment, and promote human rights, aiming to create a world where innovation and collaboration drive sustainable progress.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Employment,
Environment
WHEN
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WHERE
Olympic Primary SchoolNairobi, Nairobi +254Kenya
(-1.29207 ,36.82195 )
DATE POSTED
April 24, 2025
SKILLS
- Habitat Restoration
- Environmental Education
- Mental Health
- Case Work / Management
- Life Coaching
- Social Work
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
- Private Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 4 hours per day
Private Group Details
- Group Size Range 1 - 50+
- Event can be held at organization location(s)
- Donation required