Our Activities

Location: Mongu, Western Province, Zambia

Focus Area: Reproductive healthcare

Summary: Expanded peer education and Reproductive healthcare service linkages in 10 rural schools.

Details: 20 peer educators trained; 1,200 students engaged in interactive sessions; referral linkages created with district clinics.

Budget: $25,000 (Global Fund sub-grant)

Outcomes: 1,200 youth reached; 65% reported improved SRHR knowledge; 90 referrals made for HIV testing and contraception.

Partners: District Health Office, Planned Parenthood Association of Zambia

Testimonial: “Before these sessions, I was shy to ask about my health. Now I lead our peer club, and we openly discuss safe choices.” — Mutinta, Student Peer Leader

Location: Kaoma District, Zambia

Focus Area: Safeguarding

Summary: Promoted green enterprises through beekeeping while protecting pollinator habitats.

Details: 50 youth trained; 200 hives distributed; forest-edge areas mapped for biodiversity protection.

Budget: $65,000 (UNDP Small Grants Programme)

Outcomes: 10 youth cooperatives formed; $18,000 in honey sales generated; reduced tree-cutting for charcoal.

Partners: UNDP SGP, Zambia Forestry Department

Testimonial: “I never thought bees could give us both income and protect forests. With my first honey harvest, I paid my school fees.” — Mwape, Youth Beneficiary

Location: Lusaka & Mongu, Zambia

Focus Area: Funding

Summary: Established a revolving fund for women-led climate-friendly microbusinesses.

Details: 40 women trained in business planning; $300–$500 start-up loans disbursed; quarterly mentorship sessions.

Budget: $80,000 (European Union Civil Society Fund)

Outcomes: 38 women businesses launched; 70% repayment rate; incomes increased by average 40%.

Partners: EU Civil Society Fund, Local Cooperative Union

Testimonial: “With the small loan, I bought a solar dryer and now sell dried vegetables. My children eat better, and I earn more.” — Namukolo, Cooperative Member

Location: Senanga & Nalolo Districts, Zambia

Focus Area: Research

Summary: Conducted socio-economic and ecological assessment for sustainable land management.

Details: 300 households surveyed; soil & water quality tested; GIS maps developed for grazing/fishing zones.

Budget: $40,000 (WWF Zambia research grant)

Outcomes: Findings presented to District Councils; bylaws adopted for controlled grazing and fishing seasons.

Partners: WWF Zambia, University of Zambia (Environmental Studies)

Testimonial: “For the first time, we saw maps showing where grazing damages wetlands. Our leaders listened, and rules changed.” — Sitali, Fisher & Farmer

Location: Mongu, Limulunga & Nalolo, Zambia

Focus Area: Safeguarding & Awareness

Summary: Mobilized youth and communities through cultural festivals integrating climate messages.

Details: 3 annual festivals held; theatre, music, and exhibitions used to spread climate knowledge; 60 youth trained as climate ambassadors.

Budget: $15,000 (National Arts Council small grant)

Outcomes: 7,500 community members sensitized; youth ambassadors continue awareness sessions in schools.

Partners: Barotse Royal Establishment, National Arts Council

Testimonial: “I used to see festivals as just fun, but now we dance and act to teach climate justice. People listen differently through culture.” — Akufuna, Youth Ambassador

Location: Zambia (online outreach, pilot in Western Province)

Focus Area: Reproductive healthcare & Research

Summary: Launched a mobile app and SMS hotline to provide SRHR information and referral services.

Details: Platform co-designed with 25 youth; 5,000 SMS queries received; linkage to 10 health facilities.

Budget: $120,000 (AmplifyChange grant)

Outcomes: 3,800 adolescents accessed accurate SRHR information; stigma reduced; 200 girls linked to safe services.

Partners: AmplifyChange, Airtel Zambia, Ministry of Health

Testimonial: “With just one text, I learned about safe contraception. Before, I had no one to ask without shame.” — Ruth, Adolescent User