Strengthening Youth Action to Protect Lake Kivu

Lake Kivu is a vital source of life and livelihood for communities in Bukavu. Yet, increasing pollution caused by poor waste disposal, inadequate sanitation, and limited environmental awareness continues to threaten the lake, its biodiversity, and the health of the people who depend on it. Through Strengthening Youth Action to Protect Lake Kivu, we aim to turn this challenge into an opportunity for young people to lead meaningful, lasting change in their communities.

Our project is currently in the preparation and resource mobilization phase. We are identifying qualified trainers and young people who will participate in the initiative. Planned activities include environmental awareness sessions, community shoreline clean-ups, the establishment of pilot waste collection points, and stronger collaboration with local authorities and community organizations. With a total fundraising target of $20,000, we have not yet received any donations toward this goal. Although implementation has not started, we remain committed to building a strong foundation for effective, community-led action. We believe that every young person equipped with the right knowledge and support can help protect the lake and inspire others to take responsibility for their environment.

Our long-term vision is a cleaner Lake Kivu, healthier lakeside communities, and a generation of young people who see environmental protection as a shared responsibility. We are deeply grateful to GlobalGiving for providing a platform through which we can connect with donors around the world and bring this vision closer to reality. We also extend our sincere thanks to everyone who has taken an interest in our mission. We invite individuals, organizations, and supporters everywhere to help us reach our $20,000 goal. Your contribution, whatever its size, can help train young environmental leaders, support clean-up campaigns, and establish practical solutions to waste management. Together, we can give young people the tools to protect Lake Kivu and help safeguard its future for generations to come.