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Strengthening Community Resilience Through Conflict-Sensitive Rangeland and Water ManagementOver a three-day intensive t...
02/04/2026

Strengthening Community Resilience Through Conflict-Sensitive Rangeland and Water Management

Over a three-day intensive training in Turkana West Sub-County, APaD Kenya, with support from Plan International Kenya, successfully convened Rangeland Management Committees (RMCs), Water User Associations (WUAs), Peace Committees (PCs), and local administrators including chiefs and ward administrators to enhance community capacity in managing natural resources and addressing conflict.
The training, held at Nakosi Hotel in Kakuma, brought together 27 participants (20 men and 7 women), reflecting a strong commitment from both leadership and community structures. This initiative was implemented under the CP-WASH Project in close collaboration with the Turkana West Sub-County Water Office, Directorate of Peace and the Department of Livestock Production.
The sessions were facilitated by technical experts including Mr. Raphael Ngilimo, Sub-County Water Officer, and Mr. Ronald Nyukuri, Sub-County Livestock Production Officer, with programmatic support from Derrick Mana (MEAL & IT Officer) and Dominic Atambo (Project Officer).
Through participatory learning, real-life case discussions, and practical frameworks, participants were equipped with knowledge and tools to manage water and rangeland resources sustainably while addressing underlying drivers of conflict particularly those linked to grazing and water access.

Main Objectives of the Training:

To create awareness on conflict-sensitive approaches among WUAs, RMCs, PCs, and local administrators in Turkana West.
To strengthen participants’ skills in conflict prevention, management, and resolution at the community level.
To enhance local knowledge and capacity for rangeland ecosystem restoration as a pathway to peace and sustainability.
To increase understanding of community-managed water supply systems, guided by national frameworks such as the 2012 Water Act and integrity management tools.
To promote awareness of community land ownership rights and sustainable utilization of natural resources.

Key Outcomes and Results:

Improved coordination between community structures and government departments in managing shared natural resources.
Enhanced capacity of local leaders and committees to apply conflict-sensitive approaches in water and rangeland management.
Strengthened community awareness on sustainable ecosystem restoration and resource governance.
Increased knowledge on legal and institutional frameworks guiding water and land management in Kenya.
This training marks a critical step toward building climate-resilient communities capable of managing scarce resources peacefully and sustainably. By empowering local structures with the right knowledge and tools, APaD Kenya continues to support long-term solutions that promote stability, environmental conservation, and improved livelihoods.

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Advancing Climate-Smart Agriculture for Resilient and Nourished CommunitiesIn Turkana West Sub-County, APaD Kenya, with ...
24/03/2026

Advancing Climate-Smart Agriculture for Resilient and Nourished Communities

In Turkana West Sub-County, APaD Kenya, with support from Plan International Kenya, is actively championing Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) under the Nurturing the Future project, targeting both refugee and host communities.
Over the past weeks, the project has successfully implemented key capacity-building activities aimed at strengthening sustainable food production and improving household nutrition. These included onsite Training of Trainers (ToTs) on Climate-Smart Agriculture, followed by practical farm-site training sessions led by the trained ToTs for selected champion farmers within the community.
Through these hands-on and knowledge-driven approaches, farmers have adopted improved agricultural practices suited to the local climate conditions. As a result, crops grown through these methods have performed well, yielding positive results and demonstrating the effectiveness of the training. The success of these initiatives highlights the growing potential for sustainable food systems even in climate-vulnerable settings like Turkana.

Key Objectives of the Initiative:

To build the capacity of local trainers (ToTs) on Climate-Smart Agriculture practices.

To equip champion farmers with practical, adaptive farming techniques through peer-led learning.

To promote sustainable agricultural practices that enhance food production despite climate challenges.

To improve household-level access to nutritious and fresh food.

To strengthen community resilience through knowledge transfer and local ownership of agricultural solutions.

By investing in climate-smart solutions and empowering communities with knowledge and skills, APaD Kenya is fostering long-term resilience, food security, and healthier futures for vulnerable populations.
Together, we can support sustainable agriculture and ensure that every child grows up nourished, healthy, and full of potential.

Empowering Children as Climate Champions Through Dialogue and ActionOver the past weeks, APaD Kenya, with support from P...
18/03/2026

Empowering Children as Climate Champions Through Dialogue and Action

Over the past weeks, APaD Kenya, with support from Plan International Kenya, has been conducting impactful dialogue sessions with school-going children in both refugee and host communities across Turkana West Sub-County.

These sessions bring together children in safe, inclusive spaces to openly discuss pressing issues around climate change and environmental conservation challenges that continue to significantly affect their daily lives, education, and wellbeing.

Through guided discussions, participatory learning, and child-led engagement approaches, learners are gaining knowledge, building confidence, and becoming active advocates for environmental sustainability within their communities.

Main Objectives of the Dialogue Sessions:

To increase children’s awareness and understanding of climate change, its causes, and its local impacts in Turkana.

To empower children to voice their experiences and perspectives on environmental challenges affecting their lives.

To promote positive environmental practices such as tree planting, waste management, and water conservation.

To strengthen children’s participation in climate action and decision-making processes at school and community levels.

To support psychosocial wellbeing by providing a platform for expression, peer learning, and collective problem-solving.

To link schools with community structures and stakeholders for sustainable environmental initiatives.

Through this initiative, children are not only learning about climate change they are becoming part of the solution. By nurturing their ideas and leadership, APaD Kenya is helping build a generation that is resilient, informed, and equipped to drive sustainable change.

Together, we can amplify children’s voices and invest in a greener, safer future for all.
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