Rose grew up in a poor rural community, collecting firewood and water to feed her family. She witnessed the gradual degradation of Kakamega Forest. She also learnt that supporting women tree planters can transform a community and mitigate against the effects of climate change.
In 2009, Rose founded Women in Water and Natural Resource Conservation (WWANC). This organisation operates tree nurseries, employing and training local people in tree planting and selling seedlings – helping communities to restore forests.
Since partnering with ITF last year, WWANC has planted 40,000 trees, transforming the lives of families and starting to restore the Kakamega Forest. With your support, and Big Give matching, Rose will achieve even more next year.