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Within a two-year timeframe, we aim to achieve significant milestones in habitat restoration and community engagement. Our approach is grounded in specific, measurable steps that will collectively contribute to the revitalization of the region's ecological health and agricultural productivity.\nObjectives:\nPlant 1 million native trees in deforested areas to restore forest cover and biodiversity.\nRehabilitate 100 hectares of wetlands by 2026, enhancing their capacity to support wildlife and act as natural water filtration systems.\nIncrease environmental conservation awareness among 80% of the local population through comprehensive media campaigns, ensuring widespread understanding and adoption of sustainable practices.\nThese objectives are designed not only to address the immediate physical impacts of environmental degradation but also to build a strong foundation for ongoing conservation efforts. By engaging communities directly in these initiatives, we aim to instill a lasting commitment to environmental stewardship across Eastern Uganda  improving the health of soil, which has been degraded by the use of heavy machinery, fertilizers and pesticides in intensive farming\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Please describe your project's mission and values.", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Uganda", "hidden": false, "question": "What is the location of your land project?", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "To achieve the objectives outlined in our proposal and effectively address the environmental crisis in Eastern Uganda, we have developed a comprehensive plan of action. This plan is designed to engage local communities, restore degraded landscapes, and foster a culture of conservation. Our strategies include:\n  Conducting Baseline Surveys: Before initiating restoration activities, we will conduct detailed baseline surveys to identify the most critically degraded areas. These surveys will help us prioritize regions for tree planting and wetland rehabilitation, ensuring our efforts are focused where they are needed most.\n  Developing and Launching Media Campaigns: Awareness is key to changing behaviors and fostering a culture of conservation. We will develop and launch targeted media campaigns to educate the local population about the importance of wetlands and forests. These campaigns will utilize local languages and be disseminated through radio, television, social media, and community meetings to ensure wide reach.\n  Organizing Community Tree Planting Events: To actively involve local communities in the restoration process, we will organize tree planting events across Eastern Uganda. These events will not only contribute to our goal of planting 1 million native trees and training rural  farmers and communities on regenerative agriculture but also empower participants by giving them a direct role in conservation efforts.\n  Facilitating Wetland Restoration Activities: Alongside tree planting, we will facilitate activities aimed at rehabilitating\n100 hectares of wetlands by 2026. This will involve removing invasive species, replanting native vegetation, and working with communities to develop sustainable land use practices that protect these vital ecosystems.- Training and Empowering Local Conservation Champions: Recognizing the importance of local leadership in sustaining conservation efforts, we will identify and train community members to become conservation champions. These individuals will lead by example, encouraging their peers to adopt sustainable practices and participate in restoration activities.\n  Monitoring and Evaluation: To measure the impact of our efforts and ensure accountability, we will implement a robust monitoring and evaluation system. This system will track progress towards our objectives, such as the number of trees planted, hectares of wetlands restored, and levels of community engagement in conservation activities.\n  Building Partnerships with Local Organizations: Success in environmental restoration requires collaboration. We will build partnerships with local NGOs, government agencies, and educational institutions to leverage additional expertise, resources, and outreach capabilities. These partnerships will enhance the effectiveness of our initiatives and ensure they are aligned with broader conservation goals.\nBy following this plan of action, we are confident that we can make significant strides towards reversing environmental degradation in  Tororo Eastern Uganda. Our approach not only addresses the immediate need for habitat restoration but also aims to instill a deep-seated culture of conservation among local communities. Through education, engagement, and empowerment, we can ensure the long-term sustainability of Eastern Uganda's natural landscapes for future generations\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Summarize the regenerative activities you are engaged in.", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "AYOWECCA UGANDA (Agroforestry, Regenerative Agriculture and Restoration Project)", "hidden": false, "question": "What particular initiatives will these funds support?", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "The implementation of our project will lead to a transformative impact on the environmental landscape and communities of Tororo and Eastern Uganda at large. By restoring wetlands and forests, we will witness improved biodiversity through the creation of habitats for wildlife, contributing to the revival of ecosystems that have faced irreversible damage. The increased community resilience against climate change impacts will be evident as restored natural landscapes provide essential ecosystem services, such as water filtration and regulation, crucial for mitigating the effects of climate change on local communities. Furthermore, the enhanced local knowledge on sustainable environmental practices will empower communities to adopt conservation measures, leading to a shift towards sustainable land use and resource management.\nMeasurable outcomes of our project include the planting of 1 million native trees in deforested areas, which will contribute to the restoration of forest cover and biodiversity. Additionally, the rehabilitation of 100 hectares of wetlands by 2026 will enhance their capacity to support wildlife and act as natural water filtration systems. The comprehensive media campaigns are expected to increase environmental conservation awareness among 80% of the local population, ensuring widespread understanding and adoption of sustainable practices. These outcomes collectively signify a significant step towards reversing environmental degradation in Tororo Eastern Uganda and fostering a culture of conservation that is essential for the long-term wellbeing of both the natural environment and its inhabitants.\nEvaluation\nTo measure and evaluate the success of our project, we have developed a comprehensive framework that encompasses periodic ecological assessments, community attitude surveys, and analysis of campaign reach and engagement metrics.\nFirstly, we will conduct periodic ecological assessments to monitor the progress of our restoration efforts. These assessments will involve tracking the growth and health of the newly planted native trees, as well as evaluating the recovery of wetland ecosystems. By comparing data from these assessments to baseline measurements, we can quantitatively measure the impact of our restoration activities on forest cover, biodiversity, and wetland functionality.\nSecondly, surveys will be utilized to gauge shifts in community attitudes towards conservation. We will collect data on awareness levels, attitudes towards environmental conservation, and adoption of sustainable practices within the local population. This information will provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of our awareness campaigns and community engagement initiatives.\nLastly, analysis of campaign reach and engagement metrics will be instrumental in evaluating the effectiveness of our media campaigns. We will track metrics such as audience reach, engagement levels on various media platforms, and feedback from community members regarding the impact of these campaigns on their understanding and behavior towards environmental conservation.\nBy integrating these evaluation methods into our project framework, we aim to quantitatively measure the ecological impact of our restoration activities while also qualitatively assessing changes in community attitudes and behaviors towards conservation. This holistic approach to evaluation will provide us with valuable data to assess the success of our project in reversing environmental degradation in Tororo Eastern Uganda and fostering a culture of conservation for generations to come\n", "hidden": false, "question": "How will/do you measure or determine the impact of your efforts?", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "short-answer", "hidden": true, "question": "Your Signal phone number (for a group chat, if you have one)", "questionId": 6, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "sDNxg5hR0NOKsjmmGBCFwf+5H4Jv4EI1MhcakK6qVPs=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "7c19f9a52280927d152bda562e15e0375d765984a0615cc8474d5c00179da5778c202a80f5ad381ae248bc004b3a9502c0815d9a85b94b55a91de5ac705b326d57cd098624ab640b4d9e71cfbc03e53d84bc860694800c2796a81df1215cc4ae48fa49c3e00c7c254d0efd2bb18b7b667427453320b32847646e4b9c24e53109000000000000002017d90846a84fb5abd730c0862606a549e1f044a959a284b2e33212c15ab41f54237eaa709f8c7c53de9cbae57465cf94"}}, {"type": "short-answer", "hidden": true, "question": "Your Telegram phone number (for a group chat, if you have one)", "questionId": 7, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "BQID8FnJdkMTFRvwg6UHZZo16YExAPdLbmNff3DUCfE=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "e805544b08d2beae0dcf6e9ccddfc2cf938e1a720a3b7876ef06964965f826248d096c7329291802b39d5699ee0580173239b07fe8443c7549a3b1a38f00133b8cc7af9594822957c7e1ad61f5769af1b901d28902e6ed14cec7f490e2cad4a0d0414c8f7eebeb0b8da7c6574c73310a61a6e046fe3ecd4f76598c44d4aac4840000000000000020e4d26d7de27580b9796245e39d104df27c6cf3e0d327812c61be5ddf9160ec17044ef6112b9a2a48ba0b10e30a989da0"}}], "project": {"id": "0x4dcebba7be9ee6c0faa15fae4a00e33934bde5cae2515769bd2e0a90b08dc2d9", "title": "Ayowecca Uganda: Training rural farmers & indigenous communities on regenerative agriculture, providing women & girls with new skills for economic empowerment, and planting fruit trees in schools, health centers & churches.", "logoImg": "bafkreic4b4xpviizdwdevp2zengwmd3daukgpigytq6a7rutzq76fuipba", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreiffxezojklydg3vw4hwenf4fqaogstupj3aus4m3oq7jje7pr2hcm", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://ayoweccauganda.org", "bannerImg": "bafybeic53gefbn7rpedvcq2nmpfij3e3sbl4cqb5j7j3ngr3trzjolzaim", "createdAt": 1712433845493, "userGithub": "JJonathanOlwenyi", "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..3IvfeANc75m7TjnqhZQkRzjeLuBACpPdu3LpMorPJWLmD4oxq6BNi5KvfPX0vaVkFnBn9dAgqwEBcCxcN62DBA", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2024-04-06T17:02:18.798Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2024-04-06T17:02:18.798Z", "expirationDate": "2024-07-05T17:02:18.798Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0x0d0c0941e2578da2b9E2Ad03619615f7EeBc48f7", "hash": "v0.0.0:QN0u1dXDT5zeVfDi/vfcUwe8TTkH/cF0nSeDFiqpLS4=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#ayowecca_uganda"}}}, "description": "**AYOWECCA UGANDA** is a community led NGO in Tororo, East Uganda. At **AYOWECCA UGANDA,** we train rural farmers on regenerative agricultural methods/smart agriculture that are environmentally sustainable, map agricultural practices in carbon credits, promote agroforestry and permaculture where farmers can plant fruit trees besides growing food or cash crops and learn how to make organic manure and pesticides.\nWe also have a charity which works in our local communities to mobilize climate change awareness and education, crypto education, tree planting and wetlands and peatland restoration campaigns, workshops, storytelling, giving seeds to farmers, etc.\nFor GG20, we request that with your support, we can create a thriving community training/skilling center and demonstration farm to help our community adapt to the escalating impacts of climate change. We seek to build climate resilience for rural, low-income communities with a focus on women, families and youth. Your support will also help us plant more fruit trees in schools, health centers and churches. Our training space is small and we would like to get a bigger place in order to help more people, and also to be able to pay additional facilitators. Our vision is that by next year, many of our Climate Round supporters can visit our farm and recommend interns for our organization. \nAt **Ayowecca Uganda,** we believe the time to act is now to safeguard not only the natural heritage of Tororo, Eastern Uganda, but also the health, prosperity, and resilience of its communities in the frontlines affected by the climate crisis. We invite you to join us in making a difference to the lives of those who really need it.\n![AyoweccaChildrenPinkShirts](https://ayoweccauganda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ayoweccaplanting-GG20.jpg)\n\n\n## About\nIn the heart of Tororo, Eastern Uganda, a crisis of environmental degradation threatens the region's biodiversity and agricultural productivity. Rampant deforestation and wetland destruction have led to irreversible damage, impacting the livelihoods of local\ncommunities. Our proposed solution aims to restore the natural landscapes through community awareness campaigns and large-scale tree planting efforts. By addressing the lack of awareness and engaging communities in restoration efforts, we can\ncreate a sustainable shift towards conservation practices.\n\nOur project's goals include planting 1 million native trees, rehabilitating 100 hectares of wetlands, and increasing environmental conservation awareness among 80% of the local population. We are committed to reversing the tide of environmental degradation in  Tororo  and fostering a culture of conservation for generations to come. \n\n**AYOWECCA UGANDA\u2019s** wide range of programs provide support in some of the poorest and most underprivileged communities in Uganda, East Africa. We work with wetlands, peatlands and ecosystem restoration to help address climate change; we also plant fruit trees in schools, health centers and communities to fight food insecurity, increase plantations and provide forest cover.\nBesides agroforestry/permaculture, plastic wastes and management and energy conservation, **AYOWECCA UGANDA** also trains young adolescent girls on how to make reusable sanitary towels and provides scholastic materials to the most vulnerable to attend and access education and creates awareness among communities to actively empower women and children.\nSince AYOWECCA UGANDA is community founded, our activities are community based to benefit the local people facing both social and environmental challenges.\n![ayoweccanursery](https://ayoweccauganda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ayowecca-Nursery-GG20.jpg)\n\n\n## Update\n821 rural farmers have been trained on regenerative/smart agricultural methods.\n34,000+ fruit trees have been planted in 98 schools and 69 health centers\n8 wetlands have been restored\n683 women and girls are undertaking the skills training on both tailoring and hairdressing\n3,000+ children receive scholastic materials every year\n1067 girls and women have been trained on making reusable sanitary towels\nWe also bought tailoring, catering and salon services to train rural girls and women who have dropped out of school and to empower them with hands-on skills to be economically empowered.\n## Project Objectives\n**Objective 1**\nSensitize stakeholders on the importance of Agroforestry/permaculture/regenerative agriculture.\nForm groups among communities and train them in agroforestry practices.\nEnhance the capacity of 1,000 households in 50 groups to raise and plant seedlings on their individual/community farms.\nEstablish nursery beds for raising seedlings to supply schools, health centers and across Tororo District.\nTrain rural farmers on regenerative agricultural practices including making organic manure and pesticides.\n**Objective 2**\nProcure training materials for agroforestry/permaculture demonstrations.\nEstablish agroforestry seedlings/permaculture sites per Sub County.\n**Objective 3**\nDistribute seedlings to their individual members/community members.\nSupervise and monitor planting by their members.\nIntercrop established plots with Agricultural crops.\n**Objective 4**\nDistribute seedlings to schools, health centers, churches and to the communities.\nSupervise and monitor planting of trees in schools, health centers and churches.\nWe welcome anyone or any organizations willing to work with us to make this world a better place for everyone as partners and collaborators.\n\n\n![ayoweccaskills](https://ayoweccauganda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ayowecca-Skills-GG20.jpg)\n## Partnerships\n\nWe are so grateful for our continued collaboration and partnership with [The Solar Foundation](https://solarfoundation.xyz) in the past years, financing our office with solar power, security fencing and solar lights at our greenhouse/nursery bed and powering 125 families with solar lanterns (women and vulnerable families).\n\nWe are also collaborating with [Silvi Protocol](https://www.silvi.earth/) to track the growth of fruit trees we have planted from potting at the nursery bed, to planting through maturity when they bear fruits through dMRV data.\n\n![AyoweccaSilvi](https://ayoweccauganda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ayowecca-Silvi-GG20.jpg)\n\n## Conclusion\n\nThe environmental crisis in Eastern Uganda presents a pressing need for action to reverse the tide of degradation and safeguard the region's natural heritage. Our proposed solution, centered on community awareness campaigns and large-\nscale tree planting efforts, addresses the root causes of environmental degradation while fostering a culture of conservation.\n\nThe significance of this project extends beyond local impact, as it contributes to global concerns such as  climate change and biodiversity loss. Absolute poverty and water scarcity, education and technology literacy\n\nThe impact of our project will be transformative, leading to improved biodiversity, enhanced community resilience against climate change impacts, and a shift towards sustainable land use practices. By implementing a comprehensive framework for\nevaluation and planning for future funding through eco-tourism initiatives and international partnerships, we are dedicated to ensuring the long-term sustainability of our conservation efforts in Tororo Eastern Uganda and economic empowerment for women and rural farmers.\n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectGithub": "AYOWECCA UGANDA", "projectTwitter": "ayowecca_uganda"}, "recipient": "0x0d0c0941e2578da2b9E2Ad03619615f7EeBc48f7"}}