Students, youth leaders, educators, environmental champions, and development partners celebrate World Environment Day
On June 5, 2026, Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Kenya joined partners to commemorate World Environment Day 2026 under the theme, “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.” The event brought together students, youth leaders, educators, environmental champions, and development partners to promote environmental stewardship and climate action. The commemoration was organized in partnership with the Chandaria Foundation, Alliance High School, Alliance Girls High School, Truphena Muthoni Foundation, UNICAF Kenya, Joyful Women Organization, TV47, Global Peace Women, President’s Fellowship–Chandaria Legacy Award Fellows, Champions for SDG Youth, and The Makini Schools.
As part of the initiative, participants planted more than 1,100 trees, including over 1,050 trees on one acre at Alliance High School and 50 trees at Alliance Girls High School. The effort contributes to Kenya’s national target of growing 15 billion trees by 2032 while supporting ecosystem restoration, biodiversity conservation, and environmental resilience.
The event also sought to inspire young people to become environmental ambassadors and champions of sustainable living. Through hands-on participation, students were encouraged to recognize the link between environmental stewardship and responsible leadership.
Students, youth leaders, educators, environmental champions, and development partners celebrate World Environment Day
The event was graced by distinguished guests, including Mr. Daniel Juma, Africa regional representative and executive director of GPF Kenya; Mr. Vincent Rapando of the Chandaria Foundation; Ms. Temina Busolo, lead for food security at Joyful Women Organization, Office of the First Lady; Mr. Charles Kogi, environment teacher at Alliance High School; Ms. Ndubois, environment teacher at Alliance Girls High School; and Ms. Winnie Rachael, country director of UNICAF Kenya.
Reflecting on the significance of the day, Kenya’s ambassador for the 15 Billion Trees Initiative and chief guest at both events remarked:
“Today, on World Environment Day, I stood between two great institutions, Alliance Girls High School and Alliance High School, and together we planted 1,000 trees. I carried a simple conviction: We do not own the earth. We belong to it. For a moment, hundreds of young hands touched the soil. Seeds met the ground. Hope met responsibility. The 15 Billion Trees Initiative is not only about growing forests. It is about growing a generation that understands that caring for the earth is one of the highest forms of leadership. Green for regeneration, reforestation, and hope.”
Students, youth leaders, educators, environmental champions, and development partners celebrate World Environment Day
The GPF Kenya’s World Environment Day celebration reflects the Global Peace Foundation’s commitment to advancing sustainable development through volunteer service and community engagement. Through its Development and Service initiatives, GPF works with communities and local partners to develop practical solutions to economic, social, and environmental challenges while promoting responsible citizenship and leadership.
Environmental projects are a key part of this approach. By engaging young people and communities in conservation efforts, GPF seeks to strengthen resilience and foster a culture of stewardship that supports long-term peace and sustainable development.
To explore and support GPF’s Development and Service initiatives, including environmental projects, visit: Development and Service | Global Peace Foundation
