Education
Project Overview
Tides of Change is a grassroots, community-driven initiative designed to empower coastal communities in Zanzibar to tackle the mounting challenges of climate change. Positioned at the frontlines of rising sea levels, coral bleaching, and erratic weather patterns, Zanzibar's ecosystems and traditional livelihoods are under direct threat. This project aims to spark sustainable, scalable solutions by combining indigenous knowledge, youth innovation, and practical environmental action.
Vision:
To build resilient coastal communities in Zanzibar through education, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable livelihoods that counter climate change.
Mission:
To implement locally led climate adaptation strategies that protect the environment, enhance food security, and strengthen community resilience, particularly among youth and women.
Key Objective
- Deliver climate change awareness and adaptation workshops to over 3,000 residents, including schoolchildren, fishers, and farmers across 5 coastal villages.
- Restore 50 hectares of degraded mangrove forest in vulnerable coastal zones to serve as natural buffers against sea-level rise and storm surges.
- Train 150 women and youth in eco-friendly income-generating activities such as seaweed farming, Eco-tourism, and sustainable fishing practices.
- Establish Youth Climate Action Hubs in 3 secondary schools, fostering local climate champions through environmental clubs, media storytelling, and innovation labs.
- Partner with local government and NGOs to promote evidence-based, community-informed policies and share project learnings regionally.
Community Climate Education:
Mangrove Restoration & Coastal Defense:
Sustainable Livelihood Development:
Youth Climate Leadership:
Policy Advocacy & Knowledge Sharing:
Expected Outcomes
- Expected Outcomes
- 3,000+ people educated in climate awareness and adaptation
- 150+ new sustainable micro-enterprises created
- 3 Youth Hubs launched with ongoing climate action programs
- Strengthened local governance in community-based climate planning
Proposed Budget (USD)
| Community Outreach & Education | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Community Outreach & Education | $30,000 |
| Mangrove Reforestation (50 ha) | $45,000 |
| Sustainable Livelihoods Training | $25,000 |
| Youth Climate Leadership Hubs | $18,000 |
| Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting | $12,000 |
| Local Staffing & Coordination | $20,000 |
| Equipment & Materials | $10,000 |
| Contingency (5%) | $8,000 |
| TOTAL | $168,000 |
Why Zanzibar?
Zanzibar's low-lying geography, dependence on natural resources, and economic vulnerability make it a climate hotspot. Yet, its vibrant communities and rich cultural heritage present unique opportunities for trans-formative, community-led action. With "Tides of Change," Zanzibar has the chance to become a model for small island climate resilience.
Call to Action
Join us in turning the tide—support Tides of Change as we plant roots for a sustainable, climate-resilient future in Zanzibar. Together, we can empower communities to protect what matters most: their homes, their livelihoods, and their future.
