Green Initiative for Humanitarian Aid & Development

13/04/2026

🌱 MEET THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABILITY LEADERSHIP! 🌍

We are excited to officially announce the 14 outstanding candidates selected for the Green Sustainability Academy ( ) Fellowship 2026 – Cohort 1 by (Green Initiative for Humanitarian Aid & Development ) Initiative for Humanitarian Aid and Development).

After a competitive selection process, these passionate youths from across Nigeria have been chosen to embark on a transformative journey in green leadership, climate action, and sustainable development.

👏🏽 Congratulations to our GSA Fellows!
From Anambra, Yobe, Lagos, Borno, Ogun, Delta, Benue, Ondo, and Kwara States, this diverse cohort represents the next generation of change-makers committed to driving impact in their communities.

Over the coming weeks, they will receive:
✅ Expert mentorship
✅ Training in green culture & SDGs
✅ Support to implement real community-based sustainability projects

This is more than a fellowship; it is a movement to nurture leaders who will serve humanity and save the environment.

💚 Join us in celebrating these amazing individuals as they begin their journey!

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13/04/2026

🌱 MEET THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABILITY LEADERSHIP! 🌍

We are excited to officially announce the 14 outstanding candidates selected for the Green Sustainability Academy ( ) Fellowship 2026 – Cohort 1 by (Green Initiative for Humanitarian Aid & Development ) Initiative for Humanitarian Aid and Development).

After a competitive selection process, these passionate youths from across Nigeria have been chosen to embark on a transformative journey in green leadership, climate action, and sustainable development.

👏🏽 Congratulations to our GSA Fellows!
From Anambra, Yobe, Lagos, Borno, Ogun, Delta, Benue, Ondo, and Kwara States, this diverse cohort represents the next generation of change-makers committed to driving impact in their communities.

Over the coming weeks, they will receive:
✅ Expert mentorship
✅ Training in green culture & SDGs
✅ Support to implement real community-based sustainability projects

This is more than a fellowship; it is a movement to nurture leaders who will serve humanity and save the environment.

💚 Join us in celebrating these amazing individuals as they begin their journey!

01/04/2026

To reduce flood risk in cities, we need to engineer a system that intercepts rainfall, pumps water deep into the ground, stabilises riverbanks, and makes cities more pleasant to live in year-round.🏙️

Wait a moment... Nature has already designed a system that does all that, and more: trees.
We just need to plant more of them. 🌳🌲🌳

Here's how trees reduce flood risk:
🌧️ Intercepting rainfall
A forest canopy catches and slows rain before it reaches the ground – reducing peak river levels during storms and buying critical time for soil absorption.

🌱 The sponge effect
Tree roots channel deep into soil, drawing surface water down and away from rivers and drainage systems. Forested catchments consistently show lower runoff than bare land, even during heavy rainfall events.

🪨 Stabilising riverbanks and preventing erosion
Roots bind soil, trap sediment in upper catchments, and keep waterways clear. That directly protects a river's capacity to carry floodwater – long after the rain has stopped.

Catchment studies and tree-planting programmes along flood-prone rivers in the United Kingdom show measurable reductions in surface runoff where woodland is present or restored.

🌳Trees are nature-based flood risk engineering – and they belong in every urban flood risk management strategy as a recognised, costed, and planned component.

Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/15ir50YsSkF

01/04/2026

Welcome to the month of April

14/03/2026

How do we restore the natural world?

There is no single answer – in fact, there are a multitude of ways to engage and be .

Whether big or small, every effort makes a huge difference.

Here are three ways to help nature thrive: https://www.decadeonrestoration.org/ecosystem-restoration-three-pathways-bring-nature-back

13/03/2026

Looking for some inspiring weekend reading?

Explore real-world solutions helping to restore ecosystems and protect nature.

Nature is in crisis, but every action counts and we all have a part to play in protecting it: https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/series/nature-action-series

08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! 🌿💚

Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and invaluable contributions of women across the world who are shaping a more sustainable and equitable future.

At GreeniHAD (Green Initiative for Humanitarian Aid and Development), we recognize that women are powerful agents of environmental stewardship, community resilience, and sustainable development. From nurturing forests and protecting biodiversity to leading climate action and driving grassroots change, women continue to play a vital role in safeguarding our planet.

As we mark this year’s International Women’s Day, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting women and girls in environmental leadership, climate advocacy, and sustainable livelihoods.

Together, let us empower women, nurture nature, and build a greener, more resilient world for generations to come.

🌍💚
GreeniHAD
Serve Humanity, Save Environment.

02/03/2026

02/03/2026

We may speak thousands of languages but we all call this planet home. 🌍💚

Across the world, words carry stories, culture, and wisdom.
Many of them are rooted in land, rivers, forests, and sky.

The way we speak shapes the way we see.
And the way we act shapes the world we leave behind.

Because while our languages are beautifully different,
care for our Earth is universal.

This , let’s celebrate the voices that connect us and
speak up for the one home we all share.

19/01/2026

Do you ever feel lost? Like you have the passion, but no clear map to a successful career? 🗺️🌿
You are not alone and you are not invisible.

Introducing The Green Sustainability Academy (GSA): A 3-month mentorship journey designed specifically for students in the Green Field (Forestry, Conservation, Sustainable Development and many more)
We are moving beyond the classroom to help you find your niche, build your confidence, and launch your career.

This isn't just a class; it's where you belong.
Apply here: https://forms.gle/Dyp44oFiG9KPnUrM6
🗓Application Deadline: 31/01/2026 @23:59 UTC+0
💻 Mode: Hybrid

Questions? For more enquiries, reach out at [email protected]
+2348140472301
For more information: https://greenihad.org/about-gsa/

08/01/2026

African Proverbs for the Environment

08/01/2026

The Green Initiative for Humanitarian Aid and Development (GreeniHAD) invites applications from passionate young professionals to participate in a field-based research project titled “Ecology and Evolution of Flora.” The project aims to generate scientific evidence to support biodiversity conservation and sustainable ecosystem management in Nigeria.

Project Location: Cross River State, Nigeria
Project Duration: 3 Months

For more details:
https://greenihad.org/2026/01/07/call-for-applications/

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
– A brief Curriculum Vitae (maximum 3 pages)
– A short cover letter stating the position applied for

Send applications to: [email protected]
Application Deadline: 12th January, 2026

GreeniHAD is an equal opportunity organization committed to youth empowerment, environmental sustainability, and community-driven development. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.