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Seeds of Peace: Women Restoring Land and Resilience in Kenya

Year: 2025

Country:

Kenya

Topics:

Decision MakingHealthy Ecosystems

Region:

Anglophone Africa

About

In Kenya’s climate-stressed and conflict-affected regions, Kipepeo Green Heritage places women at the centre of peacebuilding and ecological restoration. Through Climate Peace Circles, women engage in trauma healing, conflict mediation, and dialogue on the fair use of land and water resources. Trained as peace champions, they combine Indigenous agroforestry knowledge with climate advocacy to restore degraded landscapes, plant “peace gardens”, and influence climate and peace policies. More than 500 women have strengthened community cohesion, reduced local conflicts, and gained seats in peace committees.

Climate Impact

Over 20 hectares of degraded land have been restored through reforestation and “peace” gardens that act as natural carbon sinks, enhancing soil fertility and water retention.
By using Indigenous agroforestry techniques, women reduce dependence on fossil fuels and chemical fertilizers, lowering carbon footprints.

Gender Impact

Women’s participation in local peace committees has increased by 30% across five communities.
More than 500 women have been trained as peace and climate champions, strengthening their advocacy and leadership.
Activities are scheduled flexibly to fit women’s daily routines, ensuring meaningful participation.

Scalability/Replicability

Over 10,000 community members have been reached through storytelling and awareness campaigns promoting peace and ecological resilience.
Digital storytelling and multimedia materials are shared through online platforms and community networks to inspire replication nationwide.
By reducing conflict and forced migration, women and youth are able to remain on their ancestral lands in safety and dignity.