FAO FFF DBG Project | Community Development & Livelihoods Improvement

Overview

Through the FAO Forest and Farm Facility DBG Project, Kirisia Community Forest Association (K-CFA) is empowering communities to improve their livelihoods while safeguarding Kirisia Forest. The project focuses on building capacity in financial management, promoting eco-tourism, and supporting sustainable farming practices that reduce pressure on the forest.

Key Initiatives

✅ Establishment of tree & agroforestry nurseries and kitchen gardens for food and income security 🌱
✅ Beekeeping production with honey processing and marketing 🐝
✅ Support for eco-tourism initiatives including an ecolodge and campsite ⛺
✅ Financial management & skills training for CFA leaders and user groups 📚
✅ Promotion of eco-friendly income-generating activities to replace unsustainable forest use 🌍

Impact

🌿 Hundreds of households benefiting from kitchen gardens and agroforestry plots.
🐝 Beekeeping groups increasing honey yields and accessing new markets.
⛺ Community-led eco-tourism offering sustainable income through the Tamiyoi Camp.
💰 Improved financial literacy among CFA leadership and community groups.

"The FFF DBG Project is not only strengthening livelihoods but also creating a future where conservation and community well-being go hand in hand." 🌱

Partner With Us

We welcome collaboration with organizations, conservation groups, and development partners to scale up the impact of the FAO FFF DBG Project. Together, we can foster sustainable agriculture, empower local communities, and protect the Kirisia Forest for generations to come.

By working together, we can:

✅ Expand agroforestry nurseries and community gardens.
✅ Strengthen eco-tourism infrastructure and promotion.
✅ Enhance honey production and marketing opportunities.
✅ Provide advanced training in conservation-linked livelihoods.

Key partners include FAO, Kenya Forest Service (KFS), and other development stakeholders who continue to play a crucial role in empowering the CFA and its user groups. 🌿 Join us in building sustainable livelihoods while conserving Kirisia Forest.