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How Project Affects Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions:

['Reduces GHGs (e.g., projects that reduce sources of GHGs, such as through efficiency or other changes in consumption)', 'Removes/stores GHGs (e.g., projects that capture, sequester, or otherwise enhance the "sinks" that accumulate and store GHGs)']

Impact on Underrepresented Groups:

Our project empowers underrepresented groups, including women, youth, and climate-vulnerable communities in Sierra Leone, by providing them with skills, resources, and opportunities to actively participate in climate solutions. Through community-based training programs, we equip women and youth with knowledge on waste management, composting, and climate-smart agriculture, enabling them to improve household incomes and food security. Women, often the primary caretakers, play a central role in compost production and organic farming, while youth are engaged in leadership roles and environmental advocacy.

We also focus on climate-vulnerable communities in rural and peri-urban areas, who are most affected by environmental degradation and climate change. Our project empowers these groups by offering them sustainable alternatives to traditional waste management and farming practices. These communities are directly involved in composting and waste management, creating local job opportunities and fostering resilience to climate shocks.

In our organization, youth make up 40% of our team, and women hold leadership roles, including as project managers and field officers. We ensure gender and youth representation at every level, promoting inclusivity in decision-making and operations. Our approach not only builds resilience but also promotes gender equality and youth leadership in addressing climate challenges.

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