At ITF, we know that empowering communities is essential for the success and sustainability of restoration efforts. From Kakamega rainforest to the great Imenti Forest, we work with local community groups to champion environmental monitoring.

Trees are changing some of Kenya’s most vulnerable regions, bringing energy, employment and new life.

Mazingira Day is a national day in Kenya for environmental awareness and tree planting. And it's a wonderful opportunity to highlight the remarkable transformation taking place in Kitui and Tharaka Nithi counties - regions particularly susceptible to the impacts of climate change.

The degraded Dundori Forest is beginning to thrive once again, its rivers and forests recovering thanks to community tree-planting.

Trustee Julius and the ITF team visit the projects fighting to restore one of Kenya's most treasured landscapes.

Nestled in the scenic Kapenguria Forest of West Pokot, Kenya, a quiet transformation is unfolding.

Discover how three Indigenous communities are safeguarding some of our planet's most treasured landscapes.

In Kasese, Uganda, 17% of girls drop out of school, 29% regularly don’t attend and many perform poorly, due to a lack of access to sanitary pads. This not only makes the girls feel inferior but also subjects them to stigma.

Joining the International Tree Foundation is not just about stepping into a new role; it's about embarking on a transformative journey that bridges the gap between environmental stewardship and community development.