Report Overview
This month has been marked by significant activities and collaborations aimed at advancing our climate care initiatives and fostering community partnerships. Our engagements have spanned from local to international collaborations, highlighting our commitment to environmental sustainability and community well-being.
1. Meeting with Cross Catholic Outreach Program
Charo with the Cross Catholic outreach program team
We had a productive meeting with the Cross Catholic Outreach Program, led by Fr. Fabian. The primary focus of our discussion was the borehole project, which will be a vital resource for both the (FOH) and our tree nursery project. The borehole will provide a reliable source of water, crucial for irrigation and sustaining our tree-planting initiatives.
In addition to our discussions, we participated in a tree-planting event to commemorate the day. During this event, I had the opportunity to present an overview of Climate Care, detailing our efforts in environmental conservation and our plans to utilize the borehole water for community benefits.
3. Bishop’s Visit
Planting Afruit tree with the Arch Bishop of mombasa at our church in kinango
We were privileged to host a visit from the Bishop, providing us with an opportunity to showcase Climate Care’s initiatives. During the visit, we discussed the pivotal role of the borehole project in supporting our community’s water needs. To mark this visit, we planted fruit trees, symbolizing growth and sustainability.
4. Meeting with International Justice Mission
Climate care members with a representative from IJM
We engaged in a meaningful dialogue with representatives from the International Justice Mission (IJM), an organization dedicated to protecting human rights and combating injustice. Our discussions centered on the intersection of climate change and human rights violations, particularly how environmental degradation exacerbates vulnerabilities among women and children. We proposed a partnership to address these issues collaboratively and are currently awaiting their response.
5. Training of Trainers (TOT) on Gender Mainstreaming and Religious Harmony.
I was invited to speak at a Training of Trainers (TOT) session focused on gender mainstreaming and religious harmony. My presentation highlighted the impact of climate change on community violence and
charo speaking about the roles of youths in preventing violence through environmental conservation programs
Resource conflicts. I emphasized the role of youth in climate change mitigation and the prevention of violent extremism, advocating for their active participation in environmental conservation efforts.
6. National Tree Planting Day
climate care members with members of the kinango sub county community
In observance of National Tree Planting Day, we planted 300 tree seedlings to honor the lives lost to floods in Kenya. This initiative not only commemorates those affected by natural disasters but also reinforces our commitment to building resilient and sustainable communities through reforestation.
Chief inspector Julius Of CIPU in kinango sub county, a friend of climate care planting trees with members of climate care
Achievements
- Established a collaborative relationship with the Cross Catholic Outreach Program.
- Strengthened community ties through tree planting activities with local organizations. Raised awareness on the intersection of climate change and social justice during the
Bishop’s visit and meeting with IJM.
- Engaged youth in discussions about climate change and its broader impacts on society.
- Commemorated National Tree Planting Day by contributing to reforestation efforts by planting 300 tree seedlings.
Upcoming activities for June.
- Tree planting campaign.
- Farmer Training with Dr. Rene Haller of the Haller and Baobab trust, covering horticulture, poultry and fish farming. Also the use of Haller Farmers App and other innovations.
Climate care and smile kenya team With Doctor Rene Haller at his nguuni nature sanctuary
Conclusion
This month has been instrumental in advancing our climate care agenda through strategic partnerships, community engagement, and environmental conservation activities. We look forward to building on these initiatives and continuing to make a positive impact on our community and beyond.