Children in the Wilderness (CITW) a community conservation programme from leading ecotourism provider Wilderness continues to empower children across southern and East Africa, with the most recent initiatives taking place in Kenya and Rwanda.
CITW was recently launched in Kenya, building on the extensive positive impacts being made by Wilderness brand Governors Camp Collection.
The newly established Eco-Clubs in the Maasai Mara and Naivasha are now buzzing with activity. Guided by dedicated EcoMentors, the children have already begun embarking on learning adventures, exploring the wonders of their natural surroundings, said Alisa Karstad , Impact Manager for Governors Camp Collection.
Amongst a host of other initiatives, Governors supports the TAFA Community Centre, which uplifts the lives of youth in the Kasarani Village on the shores of Lake Naivasha. The collection sponsors the daily Uji programme, ensuring that the over 150 children receive a bowl of porridge every day, and pays three coaches, who create a safe and engaging environment for the children.
In April, CITW sponsored a field trip for 40 of the children from TAFA to the Elsamere Education Centre, where they delved into environmental conservation, learned about recycling, and explored animal ecosystems and plant biodiversity.
