Uganda Smallholder Agroforestry Project

Uganda Smallholder Agroforestry Project partners with farmers who have received or wish to receive seedlings for afforestation. In each community, we designate "village champions" who serve as project ambassadors, helping to spread awareness about climate change and the role of tree planting in stabilizing the local climate.

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Project Location‍

Northern Uganda – Specifically in the Kitgum region, covering the sub-counties of Madi Opei, Lamwo, Padibe East, and Padibe West.

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Project Goals‍

The goals of the project are to:

  • Partner with smallholder farmers who dedicate portions of their land to agroforestry
  • Grow new forests and preserve existing mature trees to support local climate stability
  • Distribute seedlings to farmers committed to cultivating trees over the next 50 years
  • Prevent soil erosion and retain humidity in agricultural areas, especially during heavy rainfall
  • Provide the region with a model for how local communities can positively impact their ecosystem
  • Appoint "village champions" to serve as ambassadors who promote awareness of climate change and assist with seedling distribution efforts

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Project Impact‍

The anticipated and ongoing impacts include:

  • Climate stabilization through forest restoration in areas heavily affected by deforestation during Uganda’s civil war
  • Increased humidity retention and improved agricultural productivity
  • Reduced soil erosion in a region vulnerable to intense rainfall
  • Heightened community engagement and awareness of climate action, supported by the appointment of village champions
  • Long-term land stewardship by farmers who commit to a 50-year tree cultivation plan
  • A strengthened local perspective on environmental responsibility and ecosystem restoration

This initiative highlights the power of community-led reforestation to drive ecological and socio-economic resilience across Northern Uganda.

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