Sustainable Livelihood & Green Enterprises

Empowering communities to thrive while protecting the environment through sustainable livelihoods and green enterprises

Our Approach

FOSCOD’s Sustainable Livelihoods & Green Enterprises initiative under the Community Empowerment & Development Program (CEDP) targets underserved communities with integrated projects that improve livelihoods while restoring the environment. Currently active in Kalagala Parish, Wakisi Division, Njeru Municipality, the program empowers rural families, especially women and youth, to build green enterprises that strengthen resilience and well-being.

Our approach combines tree planting and agroforestry to restore degraded land, kitchen gardening in Naluvule and Byabuku to boost household nutrition, and women and youth-led initiatives such as e-bicycles for rural business, solar-powered salons, and micro-saving groups. With partners like the Kakira Outgrowers Rural Development Fund (KORD), we promote energy-saving cookstoves in schools, while 151 coffee farmers have been trained in sustainable coffee farming, and A biochar innovation is underway to turn agricultural and water-hyacinth waste into organic fertilizer.

Our Collaborations with Northwestern University (GESI) and Fort Lewis College connect local action with global learning for a greener, more resilient future.

Our Green Enterprise Programs

Building sustainable livelihoods while protecting the environment

Coffee and Cocoa Growing

Promoting shade-grown coffee and cocoa farming that preserves forest canopy, enhances biodiversity, and produces premium quality beans for better market prices.

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Agroforestry Systems

Integrating trees with crops and livestock to create sustainable farming systems that improve soil health, increase biodiversity, and provide additional income sources.

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Women & Youth Led Initiatives

Promoting clean energy, green livelihoods, and financial inclusion through VSLAs, kitchen gardens, solar salon, and e-bikes.

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Kalagala Greening Project

Restoring tree cover and building climate resilience in Kalagala Parish

The Kalagala Greening Project is our flagship environmental initiative aimed at restoring tree cover, combating climate change, and promoting environmental sustainability in Kalagala Parish. Since its inception, the project has engaged local communities, schools, and institutions in conservation efforts.

Kalagala Parish faces significant environmental challenges due to its proximity to Mabira Forest Reserve. A 2022 study by FOSCOD-Jinja Uganda revealed extensive loss of tree cover in the community, contributing to the current disastrous climate change being experienced.

Our approach targets households and institutions to provide community education and plant at least two trees (one fruit and one timber) at each household to ensure inclusiveness and widespread impact.

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Our Project Partnerships

Collaborating with organizations to create lasting environmental impact

Together for a New Africa - T4NA

Kalagala Greening Project with T4NA

In April 2024, Together for a New Africa (T4NA) joined as a partner in our Kalagala Greening Project, contributing 200 tree seedlings planted at Kalagala UMEA Primary School and within the community. The trees were strategically placed along school boundaries, gardens, and open spaces, with students and teachers taking responsibility for their care.

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Tree Species Planted

Mango trees

Grevillea Trees

Eucalyptus

Ashoka Trees

Key Activities

Community sensitization and tree planting skills training for teachers, pupils and selected families

April 17, 2024

Mass tree planting activity with 200 seedlings at Kalagala UMEA Primary School and community households

April 20, 2024

Formation of School Environment Club and fun activities including tree naming, football match, and tug-of-war

April 20, 2024

Community Impact

Restored tree cover and enhanced biodiversity in Kalagala Parish
Established a School Environment Club for ongoing environmental education
Strengthened community networks through partnership with T4NA
Provided environmental education and tree management skills to students and community members
Fostered community engagement through interactive activities

AIESEC Uganda

Youth Engagement with AIESEC Uganda

AIESEC Uganda was the pioneer partner organization that supported the Kalagala Greening Project in 2022. Their involvement included two major tree planting activities that significantly contributed to our reforestation goals in Kalagala Parish.

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Key Activities

AIESEC Uganda community outreach activity during SCORE Conference in Jinja, planting 42 trees

April 16, 2022

AIESEC Youth Life on Land (LoL) project planting 250 trees with community members

June 2022

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July, 2022

Project Impact

Reduced annual tree planting target from 1,000 to 958 trees after first planting
Educated both local community and international youth on environmental conservation
Contributed to UN Sustainable Development Goals 1, 3, 13, and 15
Strengthened cross-cultural exchange and learning
Established foundation for future partnerships with youth organizations

Lessons Learned

The partnership with AIESEC highlighted the importance of continuous community sensitization, need for water sources for tree watering, and the value of youth engagement in environmental conservation efforts.

Birungi Eco-Initiative

Community Training with Birungi Eco-Initiative

Birungi Eco-Initiative played a key role in community sensitization and training, equipping participants with knowledge on tree planting, climate change adaptation, and tree management during our April 2024 tree planting activity.

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School Club Supported

Training Focus Areas

Proper tree planting techniques for different species
Climate change adaptation strategies for rural communities
Sustainable tree management and care practices
Integration of trees with agricultural activities (agroforestry)
Community-led conservation approaches

Community Impact

Birungi Eco-Initiative’s training sessions empowered students, teachers, and community residents with practical skills to support sustainable conservation efforts. Their approach focused on building local capacity to ensure long-term sustainability of the Kalagala Greening Project.

Educational Approach

Using interactive learning methods, Birungi Eco-Initiative made environmental education accessible and engaging for all participants, from school children to community elders. Their training emphasized the connection between tree conservation and improved livelihoods.

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