🌍 A Global Call to Climate Action Starts with Us! 🌱 Today, @Mwarpkenya joins the world in marking #WorldEnvironmentDay 2026 under the theme "Global Call to Climate Action." This day serves as a powerful reminder that the fight against #climatechange requires urgent, collective, and sustained #action from all of us. Through the Community-led Sustainable Management of Coastal and Marine Ecosystems (COSME) Project, implemented in #Kwale and #Kilifi Counties in partnership with @PlanKenya , MWARP is working alongside communities to protect #ecosystems, promote sustainable natural resource management, and strengthen resilience against the growing impacts of climate change. Climate change is no longer a distant threat, it is a reality affecting #livelihoods, #foodsecurity, #water resources, and the well-being of #vulnerable communities. As we commemorate this important day, MWARP calls on everyone to be part of the #solution by planting #trees, protecting #forests and coastal ecosystems, reducing #pollution, conserving natural resources, and supporting climate-smart initiatives in our communities. The time for action is now. Together, we can create a greener, safer, and more sustainable future for present and future generations. #ClimateActionNow #COSMEProject #ClimateResilience #MWARPImpact

Yesterday @Timiza_CC hosted Roots & Shoots Learning Exchange in Takaungu&Chonyi with @PlanKenya #COSMEProject & @JaneGoodallInst Youth groups,govt reps&Roots & Shoots Tanzania shared lessons on conservation,mangrove restoration & climate action @EuropeanKenya @KilifiCountyGov

We celebrate and stand proud of the incredible women in Kilifi and Kwale who are leading the charge in forest conservation. Through their dedication and resilience, communities are restoring ecosystems and securing a sustainable future. Together, we continue to champion gender equality and environmental stewardship. #MWARPImpact #COSMEProject #InternationalDayofForests

Powerful to see women stepping up as guardians of our forests. Their leadership in community forest associations ensures not just restoration, but long-term protection and sustainable use for future generations. Together, we’re building resilient ecosystems and empowered communities. #InternationalDayofForests #COSMEProject #MWARPImpact

Strong and inspiring work 👏🏾 Women are truly leading the way in protecting our forests, championing sustainability, standing against illegal practices, and securing a greener future for generations to come. #MWARPImpact #COSMEProject #InternationalDayofForests

Women are leading the way in safeguarding and restoring mangrove ecosystems, protecting coastlines, capturing carbon, and sustaining marine biodiversity for future generations. #COSMEProject #InternationalDayofForests #MWARPImpact

Powerful work by women restoring our forests and securing a greener future. Their leadership in conservation is driving real change where it matters most. #COSMEProject #MWARPImpact #InternationalDayofForests

Women-led groups are powering forest restoration from the ground up. By running community tree nurseries, they ensure a steady supply of quality seedlings while creating sustainable livelihoods and strengthening local conservation efforts. Their role is key in building greener, more resilient communities. 💚 #COSMEProject #InternationalDayofForests #MWARPImpact

Restoration of degraded forest areas Women actively lead the rehabilitation of degraded forests by planting indigenous trees in areas affected by deforestation, helping to restore biodiversity and ecosystem balance. #COSMEProject #MWARPImpact #InternationalDayofForests

Women are at the forefront of protecting and restoring mangrove ecosystems, which are critical for coastal protection, carbon storage, and supporting marine life. #COSMEProject #MWARPImpact #InternationalDayofForests

Women groups run community tree nurseries, supplying quality seedlings for reforestation efforts and ensuring a steady pipeline for forest restoration initiatives. #COSMEProject #MWARPImpact #InternationalDayofForests

Women promote and practice sustainable use of forest resources by discouraging illegal logging and charcoal burning, helping to safeguard forests for future generations. #COSMEProject #MWARPImpact #InternationalDayofForests

Women take part in community forest associations and local conservation groups, monitoring forest use and ensuring restoration efforts are maintained and protected over time. #COSMEProject #MWARPImpact #InternationalDayofForests

𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞: 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🌍✨ This International Day of Forests, @Mwarpkenya proudly recognizes and celebrates the inspiring efforts of #women in @KilifiCountyGov and @OurKwaleCounty who are at the forefront of protecting and restoring our natural environment. Through the #COSMEProject, supported by @PlanKenya , these women are taking bold steps in #forest conservation, engaging in #tree planting, nurturing #seedlings, promoting #sustainable land use, and raising awareness within their communities on the importance of preserving forests for future generations. Beyond conservation, this work is a powerful reflection of #gender equity in action. For too long, women have been underrepresented in #environmental decision-making spaces, yet they remain among the most affected by #climate change. By equipping women with #knowledge, #resources, and #leadership opportunities, the project is breaking #barriers, ensuring their #voices are heard and their contributions recognized in shaping climate solutions. In Kilifi and Kwale, women are not only restoring degraded landscapes but also building #resilient communities, where environmental sustainability goes hand in hand with #social and #economic empowerment. From leading community dialogues to influencing local conservation practices, they are proving that when women lead, lasting change follows. As we mark this day, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing inclusive #ClimateAction, where women and girls are equal partners in protecting our forests and securing a sustainable future for all. #InternationalDayofForests #genderequality #MWARPImpact #ClimateAction #sustainablecommunities

We successfully concluded our 3-day Evidence Based Advocacy (EBA) Cascade Training under the #COSMEProject equipping staff & volunteers with skills in climate advocacy, gender equality and social inclusion. Together we’re advancing youth-led, evidence based climate action

Building Sustainable Futures for Women and Youth! On 9th and 10th March 2026, @Mwarpkenya participated in a two-day Annual Workplan Planning Meeting organized by @PlanKenya under the #COSMEProject at PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort. The meeting brought together women’s rights and youth-led organizations from #Kilifi and #Kwale Counties, alongside government and technical partners, to reflect on progress, celebrate achievements, address #challenges, and plan #activities for the final year of the project in 2026. Held under the theme “Sustainability,” the session also featured insights from partners including the Kenya Forest Association and Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), who emphasized the importance of strong #partnerships and sustainable #community initiatives. The engagement created space for collaboration, alignment of priorities, and strategies to ensure lasting impact for #women, #girls, and #youth in Kilifi and Kwale Counties. #MWARPImpact #Sustainability

COSME Wave Hits Dzikunze: Community, Gender and Climate in Full Action Mode! Today, the transformative wave of the #COSMEProject swept across Dzikunze in Ganze Sub County, and the momentum was truly unmatched! 💚🌍 @Mwarpkenya , in partnership with @PlanKenya and @NawiriAfrica , convened an inspiring Peer-to-Peer Learning Session that brought together passionate conservation groups engaged in the Gender Justice Journey and #forest restoration initiatives. The gathering created a vibrant and safe platform where community members openly exchanged #ideas, reflected on their #journeys, and strengthened their collective #impact. The discussions went far beyond theory. Participants shared real #experiences from the field, the #wins, the #challenges, and the #lessons learned while championing forest #conservation and promoting #genderequality. They explored how gender equality is not separate from environmental action but central to it. When #women and #men lead side by side, conservation efforts become more inclusive, sustainable, and community-driven. The COSME Project continues to nurture confident, informed, and purpose-driven communities which understand that #climate justice and gender justice go hand in hand. Dzikunze has spoken, and the message is clear: the future of conservation is inclusive, gender equality-driven, and unstoppable. #COSMEProject #ClimateJustice #GenderJustice #ForestRestoration #CommunityImpact @KilifiCountyGov

From Dialogue to Action: Chonyi Community Shaping a Greener, More Equal Future! Today, @Mwarpkenya , alongside @PlanKenya and @NawiriAfrica , held an inspiring Peer-to-Peer Learning Session in Chonyi under the #COSMEProject, and the energy was unmatched! Bringing together conservation groups engaged in the Gender Justice Journey and forest restoration initiatives, the session created a vibrant platform for #communities to exchange #ideas, reflect on their #journeys, and strengthen their #impact in the community. The discussions went beyond theory, they centered on real #experiences. Participants explored how #genderequality strengthens #environmental action, and how inclusive leadership ensures that both #women and #men have equal space to lead conservation efforts. Through honest #conversations, shared #lessons, and #collaborative problem-solving, the #groups identified practical ways to improve #coordination, boost #advocacy, and sustain their #forest conservation activities. The peer learning model proved powerful, communities learning from communities, inspiring each other, and building collective momentum for change. 💪 The COSME Project continues to nurture confident, informed, and purpose-driven young leaders who understand that climate justice and gender justice go hand in hand. Chonyi is not just participating, Chonyi is leading! @KilifiCountyGov #ForestConservation #ClimateAction #climatejustice

🌍 Justice Meets Climate: The Takaungu Takeover! Today, @Mwarpkenya , in partnership with @PlanKenya and @NawiriAfrica , successfully conducted an engaging Peer-to-Peer Learning Session at Mkwajuni Polytechnic under the #COSMEProject. The session brought together vibrant #conservation groups participating in the Gender Justice Journey and mangrove conservation initiatives within Takaungu. It was a powerful space for participants to #connect, exchange #ideas, and #learn directly from each other’s lived experiences in community #action and #environmental stewardship. Through open dialogue, group reflections, and shared success stories, participants explored the strong link between #genderjustice and #environmentalconservation. Discussions highlighted how empowering young women and men to take leadership roles strengthens both social justice movements and #climate action efforts, especially in protecting our vital #mangrove ecosystems. The peer learning approach created a #safe and relatable environment where participants could openly discuss #challenges, celebrate #wins, and co-create practical, community-driven #solutions. Under the COSME Project, this collaboration continues to nurture informed, confident, and action-oriented communities committed to sustainable development and gender equality in @KilifiCountyGov . Together, we rise. Together, we protect. Together, we lead! #mangroveconservation #MWARPImpact #ClimateAction

Turning Knowledge into Power: Day 2 of Evidence-Based Advocacy Training! 🔥 Today, under the #COSMEProject, @Mwarpkenya , continued with Day 2 of the Evidence-Based Approach Training, and it was nothing short of transformative! ✨ We dived deep into: ✅ What advocacy really means and why it matters ✅ The Feminist Approach to Advocacy ✅ Fundamental Principles of Advocacy ✅ Introduction to the Evidence-Based Advocacy (EBA) process ✅ Situation analysis and practical solutions ✅ Community, gender and environmental mapping ✅ Setting SMART advocacy objectives and goals. The room was filled with bold #ideas, critical #thinking, and powerful #conversations on how to turn #evidence into #action for #GenderEquality and #climatejustice. We are building advocates who don’t just speak, they influence, engage, and create impact backed by data and lived realities. Tomorrow marks the final day… and we’re ready to wrap it up stronger than ever! #MWARPImpact #EvidenceBasedAdvocacy #GenderJustice #ClimateLeadership