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Our Vision

A Society That Manages Its Environment and Natural Resources Sustainably

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Broad Goal

To accelerate approaches that address the key drivers of degradation in , Forests, Agro-ecosystems, Rangelands and Wetlands to prevent, halt and reverse landscape and ecosystem degradation and thus improve livelihoods.

Our Story

Who We Are

The Centre for Environmental Stewardship (CES) is a Kenyan Public Benefit Organization founded in 2003 by professionals in health, environment, and natural resource management. CES promotes Sustainable Landscape and Ecosystem Restoration through collaboration with women and youth-led community institutions. 

Its initiatives include advocacy, knowledge transfer, and land restoration to improve community livelihoods. With a history of influencing behavior change and policy development, CES aims to expand its impact regionally, emphasizing the link between environmental sustainability and improved livelihoods over the next four years.

Our Mission

Promote optimal best practices in Sustainable Landscape and Ecosystem Restoration through Institutional strengthening, Landscape and Ecosystem Restoration, Advocacy and Nature Based Enterprises for improved livelihoods.

Our Vision

A society that manages its environment and natural resources sustainably.
Empowering Community

Our Focus Groups

Women

In Kenya, marginalized women face significant impacts from ecosystem degradation and climate change. They rely on natural resources but have limited access, increasing their responsibilities. Women also experience heightened vulnerability to gender-based violence and struggle to access relief and health services during disasters.

 

Youth in Conservation:

African youth are essential in addressing biodiversity loss and climate change, yet they are often excluded from policymaking. Their empowerment in Sustainable Landscape and Ecosystem Restoration is crucial for improving livelihoods.

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CES Strategic Pillars

Strategic Pillar 1

Institutional strengthening

Strategic Pillar 2

Landscape and Ecosystem Restoration

Strategic Pillar 3

Advocacy

Strategic Pillar 4

Nature Based Enterprises for improved livelihoods.

Core Values

  • Quality, excellence & continuous improvement.
  • Integrity
  • Culture of inclusiveness.
  • Participation.
  • Service delivery.
  • Transparency and accountability.

CES Strategies

Multi-stakeholder Collaboration

Engaging diverse stakeholders, including local communities, governments, NGOs, and the private sector, is crucial for creating a shared vision and ensuring the success of restoration efforts.

Adaptive Management

Given the uncertainty in ecological systems, an adaptive management approach—where restoration plans are flexible and evolve based on monitoring and feedback—is essential.

Ecological and Social Integration

Successful restoration must address both ecological and social dimensions, ensuring that the needs of local communities and the integrity of the ecosystem are balanced.

Climate-Smart Restoration

Incorporating climate change predictions into restoration strategies, such as selecting climate-resilient species and using nature-based solutions, can help ensure that restoration remains effective in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Building Capacity and Knowledge

Empowering local communities with the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to participate in restoration can enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of projects.

Indigenous Knowledge and Innovation

Indigenous knowledge and innovation provide a vital foundation for sustainable landscape and ecosystem restoration. By integrating traditional ecological knowledge with modern scientific practices, restoration efforts can be more effective, context-specific, and culturally appropriate.

CES Organizational Structure

As presently constituted, CES consists of the Board, Executive committee, Staff, and the Secretariat.

CES Geographical Scope

CES Geographical Scope is national. In the past, CES has worked in and with the following counties: - Kajiado, Tharaka Nithi, Meru and Nairobi. This Strategic plan envisions CES engaging and working with more counties and the region.

Community Impact

Since 2003, the Centre for Environmental Stewardship has empowered communities by promoting sustainable practices, influencing policies, conducting educational seminars, and supporting nature-based enterprises, fostering environmental stewardship and improved livelihoods across various regions.

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