1.Name

Ninsiima Alison Linda

 

2.Country of Residence

Uganda

 

3.Organization Name

Rural Gender and Development Association(RUGADA)

 

4.Name of Target Lake/Lake Information: The basic information of the lake.

Lake Victoria (Located in East Africa, Lake Victoria is the largest lake on the continent, supporting the livelihoods of millions. The selected site is Luzira, a lakeside community near Kampala, Uganda

 

5.Purpose of the Activity: Specific goals and objectives.

The activity seeks to foster sustainable lake management through community directed initiatives that include eco-tourism programs as well as climate-aware fishing practices and economic activities for youth and women based on lake resources along side environmental eduacation..

 

6.Activity Description: e.g., water quality testing, monitoring, cleanup efforts, environmental education.

The project conducts educational activities about sustainable lake operations by documenting Lake Victoria activities using photos and videos which showcase fishing along with boat cruising and sunrise appreciation while displaying women in fishing roles through social media profiles.

 

7.Number of Participants: The number of youth involved

9 youth

 

8.Outcomes and Impact: Data or reports obtained as a result of the activity

The initiative has boosted people’s understanding of the essential relations between lake conservation work and local economic development and sanitary practice advancement. Female and juvenile participants who took part in digital storytelling initiatives gained the strength to advocate for sustainable lake management discussions throughout World Lake Day. Visual storytelling and narrative development became powerful educational tools and advocacy methods which nurture sustainable lake preservation by using environmentally friendly methods for all social groups.

 

9.Sustainability and Future Outlook: funding sources and collaborating Organizations

The initiative operates through RUGADA’s established community outreach programs at the public health school wash sector aiming to develop its scope by adding lake revitalization work and water monitoring and fighting for gender-equitable lake management practices. Through volunteer dedication the project exists today but its organizers seek to develop stronger ties with NGOs along with government agencies as well as international networks including World Youth Parliament for Water and UWASNET. We search for supplemental funding sources together with mentoring programs that will boost sustainability while expanding our service area to encompass numerous lake ecosystems and communities.

10.Please share the link to the video introducing your activities.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TxB_EiHof2TM_jZzUgGb0DJcctAZbw8U/view?usp=sharing