Bwindi Conservation for Generations Foundation, Uganda

Empowered schools and communities in the sustainable gardening southern sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park which is one of only two remaining natural habitats of the endangered mountain gorillas which in turn provides a stable living for working women in the community.

Gorilla Gardening

This project pools expertise around the creation of conservation gardens in three UK and three Ugandan schools: gardens that support nature as well as food production. In Uganda, this is about sustainable food production as an alternative to activities that endanger wildlife, including gorillas.
They have empowered schools and communities in the sustainable gardening southern sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park which is one of only two remaining natural habitats of the endangered mountain gorillas.

Bwindi Micro Lending

This project focuses on helping to lend loans to help women in communities in Uganda. This helps to gain autonomy while also positively impacting their children and the opportunities available to them. When women gain financial security, they are more likely to invest money in their children’s education or medical expenses. Microfinance for women can also have positive impacts on entire communities. For instance, through the prioritization of education and the reduction of gender inequalities.