Environmental Conservation at Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya

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Kakuma refugee camp is grappling with significant challenges related to deforestation and waste management. This initiative aims to educate local communities about the crucial importance of environmental conservation and proper waste disposal.

As a volunteer, you will play a pivotal role in conserving biodiversity and ecosystems in Kakuma refugee camp. Our environmental conservation program includes a tree-planting project within the camp and its surrounding communities. This initiative directly combats deforestation by planting rapid-growing trees at both household and community levels, ensuring a sustainable supply of firewood and timber for refugees.

Participants in our environmental conservation volunteer program have the opportunity to engage in afforestation activities, community education, and contribute to making the world a better place. This experience will not only enhance your CV but also provide valuable work experience in an African country, specifically in Kakuma refugee camp, where you can apply your creative skills. We will provide you with a recommendation and certificate.

Project Tasks

• Tree planting
• Participation in environmental education outreach
• Working in a tree nursery
• Developing mechanisms for recycling and utilising waste in Kakuma refugee camp

Our conservation volunteer project focuses on waste management, reduction, and recycling, optimising resources, environmental education and awareness, and sustainability in agriculture. The project aims not only to ensure continued socio-economic development but also to sustain the vital ecological services that the environment and its natural resources provide to local communities.