Nairobi Rivers Restoration
Mutomo
Project
Photos
Farmers displaying their ongoing drought tolerant products to the CED Project Officer during
sensitization meeting whereby CED trained them on how to respond to the semi arid area
Mobilization and
sensitization of the
communities on the project
Caring for Environment for Development
A programme by Caring for Environment for Development (CED), in partnership with Mirari Institute Empowering Youth • Strengthening Communities • Building Sustainable, Inclusive Futures
Overview
The CED Digital Futures Initiative (DFI) is a flagship programme under Caring for Environment for Development (CED), established to empower young people, teachers, communities, and small enterprises with digital skills, innovation capacity, and ethical values to thrive in the modern, connected world. At CED, we believe that true development is holistic — it integrates technology, environment, community empowerment, and values-based inclusion. The DFI programme bridges the digital divide while ensuring that access to technology supports sustainable growth and community well-being.
Why It Matters
Across Kenya, many communities — especially in rural areas — lack access to affordable technology, digital literacy, and future career pathways. This gap limits learning, innovation, and employment opportunities for young people. DFI responds to this challenge by extending digital inclusion through local schools, community hubs, and faith-based institutions. We recognise that technology alone is not enough — people need skills, awareness, and values to use it responsibly and effectively.
CED MISSION
To facilitate community empowerment through conservation of environment and enhancement of sustainable livelihoods in order to improve standards of living in MARGINALIZED areas within KENYA
CED Core Values
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Solidarity and empowerment of the poor and the marginalized
Solidarity and empowerment of the poor and marginalized require a long-term commitment and a multi-dimensional approach. By embracing these values, we can build a more just, inclusive, and compassionate society that leaves no one behind.
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Respect for human dignity
By making respect for human dignity a core value, societies can strive to create environments that honor and safeguard the rights and well-being of all individuals. This requires continuous efforts to challenge discrimination, promote equality, and ensure that basic human needs are met. When human dignity is respected, individuals can live with a sense of self-worth, and communities can flourish based on principles of fairness, justice, and compassion.
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Community Engagement
Embracing these values demonstrates a commitment to providing the best possible experiences, products, or services to customers or stakeholders. It involves striving for excellence, continuous improvement, and meeting or exceeding expectations.
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Participation and inclusion
Through inclusion and partnerships with the community we ensure to enable all people without discrimination, to take part fully in all our activities with a purpose to emphasize the importance of sustainable land use, responsible resource management, and the preservation of our natural heritage for future generations.
Why Should We Partner ?
Sustainability of the Environment
By partnering or joining an effort focused on the sustainability of the environment, individuals can actively contribute to a more sustainable future, mitigate climate change, preserve natural resources, foster innovation, improve quality of life, and collaborate with others passionate about sustainability. These efforts are crucial for creating a resilient and thriving planet for current and future generations.
Improving people’s lives
By partnering or joining an effort that combines conservation of the environment with improving people’s lives, individuals can contribute to sustainable development, foster synergistic outcomes, promote social equity and justice, and engage in multi-sector collaboration. This holistic approach enables individuals to create meaningful and lasting positive impacts that benefit both the environment and communities, leading to a more sustainable and inclusive future for all.
Conservation of the Environment
By partnering or joining a conservation effort, individuals can actively contribute to the conservation of the environment, collaborate with like-minded individuals, acquire valuable skills, access resources and networks, and experience personal fulfillment through their connection with nature.