My industrial attachment at Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) was a life-shaping experience that deepened my understanding of the intricate relationship between conservation and community development. As a Bachelor of Science student in Community Development at Laikipia University, I was privileged to be part of an organization that not only protects natural ecosystems but also empowers…
I undertook a three-month educational attachment at Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) from 12th May to 31st July 2025 as part of my Community Development course at Laikipia University. During this period, I gained hands-on experience through various activities such as field excursions, tree planting initiatives, conservation education programs, and report writing. Some of the notable…
Northern Kenya Conservation Clubs (NKCC) hosted the 17th Community Conservation Day in Partnership with Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) at Ewaso Comprehensive School under the theme “Conservation is Key to Survival.” The day brought together learners, teachers, conservation partners, and local community members in a vibrant celebration of environmental stewardship and youth engagement. The event…
LWF continues to support local community-based organizations (CBOs) and youth in raising awareness on environmental issues. With support from WWF through their Russell E. Train Education for Nature Program, LWF has inspired young people to speak out boldly for nature. Their voices, passionate, informed, and solution-oriented, have been captured and shared across social media platforms, sparking…
When you picture the Laikipia landscape, with its roaming wildlife and rivers weaving through forested hills, it’s easy to see what makes it unique. But beyond the soil and scenery, something even more powerful is quietly taking root in the minds of young learners. This past quarter, the Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) has been…
In the Arid and semi-arid lands of Laikipia, where seasons are often marked by thirst rather than rainfall, a silent revolution has been brewing, one that is changing how communities understand, engage with, and act on climate challenges. The just concluded Climate Democracy Accelerator (CDA) project, funded by People Powered, has not only equipped communities…
Conservation education is a crucial component of Kenya’s education system, particularly with the integration of the new competency-based curriculum (CBC). Instilling conservation values in learners from an early age ensures they become responsible stewards of the environment. Recognizing this need, the Wildlife Clubs of Kenya (WCK) has embarked on developing a National Conservation Education Curriculum…
It was the beginning of the rainy season in March, and everything natural looked refreshed and full of new breath. It felt like the dry season had ‘killed’ many things, and the rains had just brought them back to life. The journey from Nanyuki to Naivasha was a scenic view of natural resources that now…
Forests are one of the key biomes of the world that support biodiversity. However, the intricate balance between economic growth and conservation is the greatest challenge in their preservation. For some, forests are dormant resources awaiting exploitation: space for agricultural production, infrastructure development and sale of forest products. Nevertheless, what would the outlook be of…
With the UN decade of restoration and the Kenyan target to grow 15 billion trees, we have to get it right from the source, that is, at our tree nurseries because quality and adaptable seeds are where conservation meets community needs on restoration. Follow the story with Brian Otieno, Project Officer in charge of Conservation…