Why Zanzibar?
Zanzibar faces escalating environmental threats—coastal erosion, plastic pollution, deforestation, and the growing impact of climate change on marine biodiversity and livelihoods. Yet, its youth remain under-engaged in shaping environmental solutions. This project bridges that gap by empowering local youth to become front-line advocates, innovators, and protectors of their environment.
Vision
To cultivate a generation of Eco-conscious leaders in Zanzibar who actively advance environmental justice and drive grassroots change.
Key Objectives
- Deliver climate education and environmental justice workshops in schools and community centers.
- Develop a Zanzibar Youth Environmental Curriculum rooted in local knowledge, culture, and global best practices.
- Organize clean-up drives, mangrove restoration, tree planting, and plastic reduction campaigns.
- Establish Youth Eco-Action Clubs in schools and villages.
- Train young people in advocacy, public speaking, and digital storytelling.
- Launch the "Zanzibar Youth Green Voices" podcast and blog to share local environmental stories globally.
- Facilitate youth forums and dialogues with local government, NGOs, and stakeholders.
- Push for the inclusion of youth voices in environmental decision-making platforms.
Educate & Empower
Action on the Ground
Amplify Youth Voices
Policy Engagement
Activities Snapshot
| Month | Activity |
|---|---|
| Month 1–2 | Community outreach & youth recruitment |
| Month 3–4 | Environmental education workshops & leadership training |
| Month 5–7 | School Eco-Club launch & grassroots action campaigns |
| Month 8 | Youth Environmental Forum |
| Month 9–10 | Media production (podcast, blog, video documentaries) |
| Month 11–12 | Impact showcase & policy roundtable |
Expected Impact
- 500+ youth trained in environmental justice leadership.
- 20 Eco-Clubs actively engaging in local action.
- 10+ tons of waste removed through clean-up campaigns.
- 1,000+ mangroves & trees planted.
- Zanzibar Youth Environmental Charter co-developed and presented to local government.
Core Values
- Sustainability – Promoting long-term, locally driven environmental stewardship
- Youth-Led – Prioritizing the voices, ideas, and leadership of young people
- Justice-Focused – Tackling the root causes of ecological harm with equity and inclusion
- Cultural Respect – Honoring Zanzibar’s heritage and indigenous ecological wisdom
Join the Movement!
Whether you're a student, teacher, policymaker, activist, or supporter from afar—you have a role in this movement. Together, let’s empower Zanzibar’s youth to rise as Eco-Warriors and reclaim the future they deserve.