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Opinion James Whitehead, CEO Opinion James Whitehead, CEO

A vision for the future of Bwindi Forest

We listened to families and leaders and two things struck me most powerfully – the desire of the Batwa to maintain their connection with their ancient traditions and their determination to find a way forward in the toughest of circumstances.

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Blog post International Tree Foundation Blog post International Tree Foundation

Plant trees to restore Bwindi Forest

In the heart of south-western Uganda, lies Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. A lush green sanctuary with over 160 tree species and nearly half of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas.

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Interview International Tree Foundation Interview International Tree Foundation

Trees that empower

Since 2020, we’ve been planting trees that empower people with disabilities in Kasese District, Uganda with our partner, Karambi Group of People With Disabilities (KaGPWD). In this post, Godfrey Bwambale, KaGPWD’s Programmes Director, shares his background and what led him to his current role as well as his hopes for the future.

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Project update Ricardo Romero, ITF Programmes Manager Project update Ricardo Romero, ITF Programmes Manager

A victory for conservation in Uganda

In 2017 our partner in Uganda, Pro Biodiversity Conservationists PROBICOU went to court. Fighting for the rights of local communities to conserve and use Kafuga Forest products to sustain their livelihoods.

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