Ecotourism Kenya

Embrace responsible tourism with Ecotourism Kenya! 🎯We're on a mission to integrate sustainable practices into the tourism industry in Kenya. 🤝We unite individuals, community-based organizations, and businesses driven by a shared passion for #travel, #hospitality, #Conservation, and #sustainability. 🌍We're shaping a sector that values and respects #Communities, protects the #environment, and empowers #businesses to flourish sustainably. This is us: https://lnkd.in/gkk9e_cX Let's link tourism, conservation, and communities! 📧Reach out to us for the membership package via [email protected]

🎄Office Closure for December Holidays 🌟The holiday season is here! Our office will be closed from the 17th of December 2024 to the 3rd of January 2025, reopening on the 6th of January 2025. We are grateful for your engagement and interaction throughout the year. 🍀As you plan and enjoy your #holiday travels, we encourage you to explore responsibly, support local communities, and embrace #responsibletourism practices. 🎁Happy holidays!

✨ What a Year It's Been! ✨ As we reflect on the past year, we’re proud to share the strides we’ve made in promoting sustainable tourism and responsible practices. From impactful collaborations to achieving key milestones, this document captures the highlights of 2024 and our collective efforts toward a greener, more inclusive future. Let’s continue to champion responsible tourism in 2025! 📖 Dive into our year in review here: 🔗 https://shorturl.at/AWRP4 #ecotourismkenya

Today, we celebrate our nation's resilience, diversity, and beauty. 🇰🇪 ✨As we reflect on 61 years of freedom, let's continue working together to protect our heritage, foster sustainability, and build a brighter future for all. #JamhuriDay

#opportunity Call for applications for The Max Planck Institute 8-week Field Course at Mpala Research Centre. Eligible for Kenyan Master's students in Environmental, Ecological, Biological or Behavioural fields. Deadline: December 18th, 2024 End Of Day 🔗https://lnkd.in/dNxSU83C

🌍 Call for Proposals: AfDB Climate Action Window 🌱 The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has launched a Call for Proposals under its Climate Action Window (CAW), offering $56 million to support climate projects in 37 low-income African countries. This initiative is a crucial step toward mobilizing resources for climate action in Africa, addressing critical preparation needs in sectors such as: 🌾 Agriculture, forestry, land use, and fisheries 💧 Water access and wastewater management ⚡ Energy access and renewable energy 🚉 Transport and infrastructure 💚 Green and sustainable finance Eligible applicants: Governments, regional organizations, and UN agencies in the most vulnerable African nations. 💰 Funding range: $260,000 to $1.3 million per project 🗓️ Deadline for concept notes: Midnight GMT, February 5, 2025 This funding aims to support efforts aligned with the Paris Agreement, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), and National Adaptation Plans (NAPs), focusing on preparing climate-resilient projects, enhancing adaptive capacity, and reducing systemic climate vulnerabilities. 🔗 Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/dY4jYxpc #ClimateAction #HumanitarianEnergy #ClimateResilience #FundingOpportunity #Adaptation #Mitigation

#opportunity Global Innovation Fund calls for applications for innovators with scalable solutions to pressing development challenges. The focus is climate adaptation and resilience. Deadline: 15th January 2025 Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/d5MK6vvi

Happy #WorldSoilDay! ☘️The theme observed this year is, 'Caring for soils: measure, monitor, manage.' It draws attention to the importance of accurate #soil data and information in better-understanding soil characteristics and encouraging informed decision-making on sustainable soil management for food security. #responsibletourism practices help protect this vital resource. 🌱 Supporting eco-friendly/sustainable accommodations that minimize land degradation 🌾 Encouraging farm-to-table dining, preserving healthy agricultural soils 🌿 Promoting conservation efforts that protect natural habitats. Explore more; https://lnkd.in/gtywhiu FAO

🍀Our latest article, "Driving Long-Term Impact with Sustainability Certifications", dives into how certifications are driving meaningful change in tourism—empowering communities, preserving the planet, and building a better tomorrow. Learn more;  🔗https://lnkd.in/d8vkqKr3

This International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we celebrate the leadership of persons with disabilities in shaping an inclusive and sustainable future! The theme for the year: Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future. #sustainabletourism advocates for their voices to be included in tourism planning, decision making and discussions, fostering a more inclusive environment and creating opportunities for empowerment. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ducnMfyr #IPWD2024 #IPWD