Nature+
PROJECT BRIEF
Project Title: NATURE+ – Nature Positive Food Systems for Climate Change Adaptation
Project Duration:2022-2026
Number of Beneficiaries: 18,000 Households
Donors: ADRA Canada, Canadian Food Grain Bank, GAC
TARGET GROUP
- Primary: Rural communities in Kitui Rural Sub-county, Kenya
Focus: Women, girls, and other vulnerable groups disproportionately affected by climate change and low-resource environments
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This project aims to strengthen low-carbon, climate-resilient economic development in rural Kitui. By supporting sustainable livelihoods and environmentally friendly practices, it addresses both environmental and social vulnerabilities. The initiative places a special focus on empowering women, girls, and marginalized groups to lead and benefit from green economic opportunities, while promoting long-term resilience against climate shocks.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
- Promote climate-resilient livelihoods by introducing sustainable, low-carbon economic activities suited to rural settings.
- Enhance community resilience to climate change, with targeted support for vulnerable groups, especially women and girls.
- Foster inclusive green growth by ensuring equitable access to training, resources, and opportunities in climate-smart sectors.
- Contribute to environmental sustainability through community education, nature-based solutions, and responsible resource use.