Donate to ICCREA's City Forest Initiative in Jalingo, Nigeria

The Challenges: ICCREA in Nigeria encounters a myriad of challenges when addressing climate change, food security, women's and youth empowerment, and the promotion of renewable energy. Key issues include:

1. Funding Constraints: Limited financial resources hinder the ability to implement and sustain large-scale projects. ICCREA often depends on donor funding, which can be unpredictable and inadequate.
2. Government Policies: Inconsistent or unsupportive government policies and bureaucracy can obstruct ICCREA activities. Lack of collaboration and supportive frameworks can delay project approvals and implementation.
3. Public Awareness and Engagement: Low levels of public awareness and education about climate change, renewable energy, and empowerment initiatives pose significant challenges. There's often resistance to adopting new practices due to cultural and societal norms.
4. Infrastructure: Inadequate infrastructure, such as poor transportation networks and limited access to reliable energy sources, hampers the effectiveness of ICCREA, particularly in rural and underserved areas.
5. Security Issues: Nigeria faces significant security challenges, including insurgency, banditry, and communal conflicts. These issues create unsafe working conditions and limit the reach of ICCREA in affected areas.

Why It Matters: Funds raised will empower ICCREA to:

• Bolster community resilience: Implement adaptation strategies to safeguard vulnerable communities against climate impacts like flooding and drought.
• Accelerate clean energy transition: Support the adoption of renewable energy sources and energy efficiency measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• Foster sustainable livelihoods: Equip farmers and rural communities with climate-smart agricultural practices to enhance food security and income generation.
• Strengthen advocacy and policy influence: Advocate for climate-friendly policies and engage with policymakers to create an enabling environment for climate action.
• Expand outreach and education: Raise awareness about climate change and its consequences, empowering individuals to become agents of change.
• Build organizational capacity: Invest in staff training, technology, and infrastructure to enhance operational efficiency and program delivery.