Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) serve a crucial and dynamic role in promoting environmental awareness by connecting scientific knowledge with public engagement and influencing policy changes.
Their main activities encompass several areas, such as Education and Outreach.
In Togo, environmental protection is no longer just the responsibility of the authorities.
From managing plastic waste to protecting biodiversity and promoting environmental justice, local initiatives are emerging across the country.
In Monrovia, the Climate and Environmental Protection Initiative of Liberia, created in 2016,is an alliance of environmental CSOs with more than 200 members, and has led several interventions on interconnected environmental issues.
In Nigeria, Enviroscope engages, Kalop Humanitarian and Environmental Center in the South South oil-rich region of the country.
While in The Gambia, we get to learn about a massive tree planting initiative championed by GREEN UP GAMBIA, a non-profit environmental organization.
This week’s edition is on The Role of NGOs in Environmental Conservation: Driving Change Through Local and Community Initiatives