a. Interactive climate change workshops: i. Conduct age-appropriate lessons using classroom lessons, storytelling, visuals and interactive activities to teach children about climate change, deforestation and the importance of tree planting. b. Tree planting in schools: i. Establish tree nurseries in schools and organize tree planting events where students learn to plant and care for trees. c. Eco-club formation: i. Create school-based eco-clubs where students lead activities such as waste management campaigns, water conservation and climate awareness projects.
o Agroforestry training: Train farmers and community members on integrating trees with food crops to improve soil health, control erosion, and enhance agricultural yields. o Demonstration farms: Set up model agroforestry farms to showcase best practices and provide hands-on learning opportunities for local farmers. o Tree seedling distribution: Supply households with seedlings of native, fruit-bearing, and nitrogen-fixing tree species to support sustainable land use and food production.
o Tree planting campaigns: Organize large-scale planting drives involving children, parents, and community leaders to create a collective impact. o Knowledge exchange platforms: Facilitate farmer-to-farmer learning sessions to share successful practices in agroforestry and climate adaptation. o Climate action days: Host community events featuring expert talks, exhibitions, and activities to raise awareness about climate change and food security.
Implementation plan The project is carried out by Eliud Omutanyi, who is a teacher, together with a team of experts. It is implemented in three main phases. These are: Phase 1: Planning and preparation (1-2 months) o Identify target schools and communities through stakeholder consultations. o Develop culturally relevant educational materials and training modules. o Establish partnerships with local leaders, NGOs and agricultural extension services. Phase 2: Education and training (3-6 months) o Launch school workshops and eco-clubs. o Set up tree nurseries in schools from the lessons o Begin tree planting activities in schools and distribute seedlings to farmers. o Conduct agroforestry training sessions and set up demonstration farms. Phase 3: Community engagement and monitoring (7-12 months) o Organize tree planting campaigns and climate awareness events. o Monitor tree growth and assess the adoption of agroforestry practices. o Collect feedback from participants to evaluate the project’s impact and sustainability.
Expected outcomes For children: o Enhanced knowledge of climate change and its solutions. o Active participation in environmental conservation through tree planting. o Long-term environmental stewardship as a result of early education. For the community: o Improved understanding of climate change and practical adaptation strategies. o Adoption of agroforestry practices leading to improved food security and resilience. o Strengthened community collaboration for environmental conservation. For the environment: o Increased tree cover and biodiversity, contributing to carbon sequestration. o Restored degraded lands and improved soil fertility. o Enhanced ecosystems through the integration of trees and crops Sustainability plan Community ownership: o Train local champions, such as teachers and farmers, to sustain educational and agroforestry activities. o Establish community committees to oversee tree planting and conservation initiatives. Partnerships: o Collaborate with local governments, NGOs and research institutions for ongoing support and resources. o Involve private sector partners for funding and technical assistance. 3. Scaling and replication: o Use the project as a model to replicate in neighboring communities. o Document best practices and lessons learned to guide future initiatives.