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Welcome to EcoHope Initiative

Sowing and Managing Seeds for Sustainability

EcoHope Initiative is a community-driven organization working to restore the Aberdare ecosystem, empower local communities, and build climate resilience through science, education, and sustainable livelihoods.

Our Vision

A climate-resilient, thriving Aberdare ecosystem supported by empowered communities and environmentally conscious future generations.

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Impact Targets (2025–2030)

• 150,000 seedlings raised

• 30 hectares restored

• 10+ schools engaged

• 10,000+ students trained

• 500 households supported with sustainable livelihoods

• Community-based research conducted annually

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• Establishment of EcoHope Environmental Clubs in local schools

• Community sensitization on sustainable forest use

• Nursery preparation and seed sowing

• Tree planting campaigns across Abardares 

• Engagement meetings with KFS, KWS, CFA, and community elders

• Development of baseline research tools

• PFMP Development

Recent Activities

                   OUR PROGRAMS (The Five Pillars)

1. Research & Monitoring

  • Community perception of the forest

  • Biodiversity trends

  • Tree survival rates

  • Climate vulnerabilities

  • Water sources and catchment health

2. Restoration & Climate Action

  • Establishing indigenous tree nurseries

  • Supporting fruit tree nurseries

  • Reforestation in degraded hotspots

  • Seed collection and propagation

  • Climate adaptation awareness

  • Tree survival monitoring

3. Education & Awareness

  • EcoHope environmental clubs in schools

  • Teacher capacity building

  • Climate change workshops

  • Awareness campaigns

  • Community sensitization

  • School greening programs

4. Sustainable Livelihoods 

We support communities to reduce forest dependency and build green income streams.

Activities:

  • Beekeeping

  • Fruit tree promotion

  • Climate-smart agriculture

  • Eco-tourism development

  • Youth green enterprise training

5. Partnerships & Collaboration

We collaborate with:

  • Kenya Forest Service (KFS)

  • Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)

  • Community Forest Associations (CFA)

  • Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI)

  • Nyandarua County Government

  • Flying Kites

  • Local communities

  • National and international NGOs

Our Approach

EcoHope uses a combined strategy of:

  • Data-driven conservation

  • Community participation

  • Youth empowerment

  • Education and capacity building

  • Sustainable livelihoods

  • Long-term partnerships​

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EcoHope in Action

GET INVOLVED

Become a Member

Join EcoHope Initiative and be part of a community-driven conservation movement.

Volunteer

Work with us in nurseries, education programs, environmental clubs, and community outreach.

Partner With Us

We welcome collaboration with schools, NGOs, government institutions, and private sector organizations.

Support a School Nursery

Help a school raise 1,000–5,000 seedlings annually.

Sponsor a Research Activity

Support data collection, ecological assessments, and community studies.

Contact us to Join

EcoHope Initiative 

+254 794 348472

Njabini/Kiburu 

info@EcoHopeinitiative.org 

Kiamweri Village 

P.O Box 40, South Kinangop 

Nyandarua County, Kenya 

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