Environmental Conservation & Sustainability

LSBF promotes environmental stewardship and climate resilience through community-led conservation, reforestation, and youth engagement.
In Turkana’s semi-arid environment, these initiatives are vital to restoring ecosystems and improving community wellbeing.

Climate Ambassadors Club

Trains and mentors youth as environmental champions to lead awareness campaigns, workshops, and school sessions on climate action and sustainable living.

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Youth Ambassadors organize community cleanups, promote water conservation, and monitor environmental conditions. They lead peer education and mobilize action against deforestation and waste pollution.

Impact:

45 youth trained as Climate Ambassadors
2 tons of waste collected in community cleanup campaigns

Community Feedback:

“Our surroundings are cleaner, and children are learning to care for the environment.”
— Community Leader, Turkana West

Tree Planting & Nurseries

Activities:

Tree planting in schools and degraded lands
Community-run nurseries for seedlings
Training on care and biodiversity restoration

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Volunteers and youth manage nurseries, grow seedlings, and plant native species. Educational sessions teach soil conservation and biodiversity.
Over 500 trees have been planted, improving the ecosystem and community pride.

Plastic & Waste Recycling Initiatives

Activities:

Collect, sort, and recycle plastic waste
Train youth in recycling techniques
Create eco-products for income generation

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Youth collect and repurpose waste into useful products like art materials and reusable household items. The program combines income creation with environmental awareness — reducing pollution and promoting sustainability.