The organization’s core purpose is to contribute to a habitable, peaceful, green, and clean environment for all, now and in the future
Our tree planting programs prioritize indigenous and climate-resilient tree species suitable for local ecosystems.
We provide civic education to members of society to promote informed participation in democratic processes such as elections.
Through clean-up campaigns, we engage youth, volunteers, schools, and local leaders to encourage responsible waste disposal.
Our mentorship and trainings focus on environmental education and sustainability.
Through education and engagement, Mazingira Alliance builds environmental responsibility.
About us
Mazingira Alliance is a community-based organization based in Mandera, Kenya, focused on environmental advocacy and biodiversity restoration. Its work involves reforestation, agro-forestry, tree planting, training, mentorship, and working with communities to protect the environment and biodiversit
To accelerate climate change adaptation and mitigation by catalyzing individual and community level interventions that enhances well-being, livelihood security, environmental conservation and sustainable asset-based community development.
To be the most resourceful grassroots network of multi-stakeholder actors committed to creating a green legacy in the conservation and protection of biodiversity and ecosystem services enhancement.
On Going Projects
TuShirikishe is a grassroots-led project aimed at increasing the participation of women and youth in electoral and governance processes, strengthening civic awareness, and peaceful coexistence in Mandera East. Mandera East has a population of 296,281 persons, of whom 72 percent are below the age of 35 years (Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, 2023).
The county consistently ranks among Kenyas most underserved regions in terms of governance participation.This project will establish community-based civic dialogue hubs using safe space methodologies and train 30 local civic peace champions.
These youth facilitators will lead structured dialogue forums and civic education sessions using visual and story-based learning tools in Borana and Somali languages. The content will focus on democratic rights, public service accountability, and peacebuilding.
With funding from the Ireland Embassy in Kenya, the project will run for the next 10 months
Testimonials
Mazingira Alliance has transformed how our community views environmental conservation. Their tree planting and clean-up activities have made our surroundings cleaner and greener.
Through mentorship and environmental trainings, our students have become more aware of climate change and the importance of protecting nature. Mazingira Alliance is creating real impact at the grassroots.
This CBO has created a high level of awareness within the school going fraternity of Mandera County
