1. Name
Patrick Otuo
2. Country of Residence
Kenya
3. Organization Name
KMFRI Lake Debris Volunteer Program (KLDVP) Housed within, Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)
4. Name of Target Lake/Lake Information: The basic information of the lake.
Lake Victoria
5. Purpose of the Activity: Specific goals and objectives.
To identify issues and solve problems resulting from lake debris, through research, prevention and reduction initiatives in order to conserve and protect our lakes and inland economy from the impacts of lake debris.
6. Activity Description: e.g., water quality testing, monitoring, cleanup efforts, environmental education.
Clean up efforts and environmental education
7. Number of Participants: The number of youth involved
100 youths
8. Outcomes and Impact: Data or reports obtained as a result of the activity
We quantify litter in numbers and weight. Also do brand audits. Final product is the scientific reports with tables and graphs analyzed by excel and R
9. Sustainability and Future Outlook: funding sources and collaborating Organizations
No major funding secured yet but we work with local community based organizations and the volunteers are 80 percent college and university students on attachment and internship with Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute hence new students will always join the voluntary team.
10. Please share the link to the video introducing your activities.