Systems change

Narratives of Change: Cutting Across The Maasai Rangelands, Shaping the Better Tomorow

My name is Andrew Meitekini Mponin, and I am a passionate advocate for climate resilience and community empowerment, particularly among indigenous pastoralist communities in Kenya. Growing up in Narok County, I witnessed firsthand the challenges posed by climate change, especially in semi-arid regions like the Maasai rangelands. This inspired my work with the Standard Eco Watch initiative, where I help indigenous women become leaders in climate adaptation by training them in sustainable practices like rainwater harvesting and land restoration.

In addition to my environmental advocacy, I have worked as a UN volunteer, promoting vaccination campaigns, digital skills training, and youth engagement in marginalized communities. My focus on grassroots action and leadership development aims to create a future where vulnerable communities can thrive despite climate challenges. By blending local knowledge with modern solutions, I believe we can build a more resilient and sustainable tomorrow.

SIMULIZI YA JOSEPHAT

Simulizi ya Josephat is a story which talked about a young man who is disabled and can’t hear or see anything. The particular of the story is to remind the policymakers to consider the endorsement of people with disabilities to have an access of information concerning climate change when the disaster occur

Climate Action Now / From Pollution to Conservation

The first story gives a short overview of what people are already doing to fight climate change and gives hope for the future. The second one is about my personal life journey which I find inspiring.

Things Must Change: Fashion, Environmental Sustainability & the Climate Change Intersection in Africa

The story highlights my rude awakening to the intersection of fashion, biodiversity loss, and the climate change nexus with an African perspective shared. It provides system change recommendations that can be pursued to achieve sustainable fashion through advocacy and social movements that promote responsible production and consumption.

Environmental Activism and the Search for Inspiration

Environmental Activism and the Search for Inspiration

Hello, I am Salman from Iraq. I always believe that the strength of the presence of the two rivers in Iraq is from the Sumerian stretch from the far south of the marshes of Iraq towards the north of the Mesopotamian Valley. We pushed hard for everyone's right to have access to water. The right to the environment and water is one of the most prominent and most important rights that we believe in.