FOWK Achievements

Establishment of the Ondiri Wetland Information Center – Serving as a hub for environmental education, research, and community engagement on wetland conservation.

Strategic Partnership with NEMA – Collaborated to develop the Ondiri Wetland Management Plan and construct an eco-toilet facility promoting sustainable tourism and hygiene.

An Eco-toilet donated by NEMA during World Wetlands Day National Event 2022.

Hosting of National Environmental Events –

• World Wetlands Day (2022) – National celebration by NEMA.
• National Landscape & Ecosystem Restoration Program (2023) – With the Ministry of Environment.
• Chiefs Climate Action Program (2024) – With the Ministry of Interior.
• World Wetlands Day (2025) – Hosted for the second time.

Ondiri Wetland Conservation Run – Successfully organized and sustained the annual Ondiri Conservation Run, now entering its 5th Edition.

Protection from Encroachment and Pollution – Collaborated with local authorities and the community to stop illegal dumping, drainage, and land grabbing around the wetland.

Youth and Community Empowerment – Trained and engaged hundreds of youth, women, and local residents in environmental conservation and sustainable livelihoods.

Environmental Education and Awareness – Conducted numerous school outreach programs, clean-ups, and community sensitization campaigns on wetland conservation.

Partnerships and Recognition – Built strong collaborations with agencies such as Kenya Forest Service, KEFRI, and conservation networks.

Tree Growing and Restoration Initiatives – Facilitated planting of 30,000+ indigenous trees supporting Kenya’s 15 Billion Tree Initiative.

Tourism and Research Promotion – Positioned Ondiri as a national model for eco-tourism and citizen science, attracting researchers, students, and visitors.