The Winam Green Campus is a flagship initiative by Winam Grassroots that champions environmental education and sustainability. This online platform aims to build the capacity of young people and collaborate with the City of Kisumu to green urban and peri-urban spaces. By fostering conservation agriculture and climate action, the initiative equips youth with the skills and knowledge needed to drive transformative change in their communities.
Targeting individuals aged 18-24 with an interest in climate justice and sustainable urban development, the program provides training on the New Urban Agenda, blending theoretical insights with practical skills. Participants emerge as empowered advocates with the technical expertise to support and sustain green initiatives across Kisumu and beyond.
Objectives of Winam Green Campus
- Empowering Youth Advocates
Build the capacity of young people in the Lake Basin region to champion green spaces as a vital component of climate justice and sustainable urban living.
- Advocacy and Community Sensitization
Promote awareness and advocacy among Kisumu residents, encouraging the adoption and care of green spaces in their neighborhoods, aligning with SDG 13 on climate action.
- Collaboration with Higher Learning Institutions
Partner with universities and colleges to advance research and share knowledge about the environmental, social, and economic benefits of green spaces in urban settings.
- Youth Engagement and Nurturing Green Spaces
Engage with school-age children and young people to ensure the ongoing care and development of established green spaces, ensuring they meet their intended objectives.
- Scaling Up Across Urban Centers
Replicate successful greening initiatives from Kisumu to other urban centers in the Lake Victoria Basin, spreading the impact of environmental sustainability.
Through the Winam Green Campus, Winam Grassroots is creating a generation of environmental stewards who are ready to drive climate action and foster sustainable cities.
