Committed to Climate Action in West Africa

The six (06) small grant projects are funded by the Independent Global Stocktake (iGST) West Africa Regional Hub. “The iGST West Africa Regional Hub is financed by the ClimateWorks Foundation”

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JEUNESSE CONTRE LE CHANGEMENT CLIMATIQUE (J3C)

The J3C project is being implemented in Mali by our member organization, the Association of Environment and Sustainable Development (ESD), to engage and empower young people in the rural commune of Faradiélé, helping them become active agents in the fight against climate change.

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Renewable Energy for Agri-Food Industry (REAFI)

The REAFI project, supported by the iGST West African Hub, is empowering the Neblanaaba Women’s Cooperative in Burkina Faso to combat climate change and boost local economies. By installing a 5.7 kW solar system, training women in sustainable practices, and reducing post-harvest losses, this initiative promotes renewable energy, gender equality, and climate resilience.

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Strengthening Local Advocacy Against Climate Change (SLAACC)

This project, supported by the iGST West African Hub, aims to empower these communities through climate change awareness, training on organic farming, biogas production, and tree planting, enhancing their resilience and contributing to broader climate action efforts. implemented by the Neighbourhood Environment Watch Foundation in Nigeria.

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 Community Adaptation for Sustainable Livelihoods (CASL)

The CASL initiative aligns with Ghana’s Climate Change Master Plan, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), focusing on poverty reduction, gender equality, and climate action. By providing reliable water access, promoting agroforestry, and supporting poultry farming and agro-processing, the project seeks to improve food security, increase incomes, and reduce migration.

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Strengthening Local Capacities for Climate Change Adaptation among Farmers and Women in the Commune of Ouèssè (PReCaP – Ouèssè)

The project PReCaP – Ouèssè aims to empower local farming communities by training farmers in sustainable agriculture, land management, and composting, while also educating leaders on climate change and biodigester technologies. Additionally, it supports women’s empowerment by providing renewable energy to a cassava processing cooperative, fostering long-term resilience and sustainability. The PReCaP – Ouèssè project is being implemented in Benin by the NGO Jeunes Volontaires pour l’Environnement (JVE-Benin).

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Le Velo a l’École

The main objective of this project is to empower 132 young students, particularly girls, by teaching them the health and environmental benefits of biking while raising awareness about climate change and advocating for cyclist-friendly paths in their communities. The program encourages healthier, more sustainable lifestyles for the next generation through workshops and creative activities. The Velo a l’École project is being implemented in Senegal by GIGA Initiatives.

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