Zamzam Foundation has actively worked to address the significant impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities in Somalia through various projects and initiatives. These efforts have focused on both mitigating the effects of climate change and building community resilience through sustainable, long-term solutions.
Previous Initiatives
- Climate-Resilient Water Systems:
– Construction and rehabilitation of boreholes and shallow wells to combat water scarcity, particularly during prolonged droughts.
– Implementation of water management programs to ensure equitable access to clean water for rural and crisis-affected areas. - Disaster Risk Reduction:
– Community-based disaster preparedness programs aimed at reducing the impact of extreme weather events, such as floods and droughts.
– Training initiatives to promote sustainable land management and enhance disaster risk awareness. - Tree Planting and Afforestation:
– Large-scale campaigns to counter deforestation by planting trees, reducing soil erosion, and enhancing local ecosystems.
Current Focus
- Climate-Adaptive Livelihoods to Strengthen community resilience and adaptation to natural and man-made shocks and disasters
– Promoting climate-smart agricultural practices, including the cultivation of drought-resistant crops and efficient irrigation methods.
– Providing vocational training to help communities diversify their income sources and reduce dependency on climate-vulnerable activities. - Environmental Awareness and Governance:
– Implementing education programs to raise awareness about the consequences of climate change and the importance of conservation. Setting up environmental related management committee
– Partnering with local communities to integrate traditional environmental practices with modern solutions. - Integrated Programs:
– Linking climate resilience efforts with other sectors, such as Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), to ensure comprehensive support for affected populations. - Tree Planting and Afforestation:
– Large-scale campaigns to counter deforestation by planting trees, reducing soil erosion, and enhancing local ecosystems. - Climate Change Policy Advocacy:
– Collaborating with government bodies and stakeholders to influence policies that support climate adaptation and mitigation strategies across Somalia
