SHADEF runs projects addressing climate education, environmental justice, and community advocacy across Nigeria.
We believe in the power of youth to make a meaningful difference in the world. We equip students with leadership skills, climate literacy, and hands-on experiences—from tree planting to recycling challenges.
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The Youth as Community Rights Defenders (YCRD) Project is an initiative of Safe Space Development Foundation (SHADEF), supported by Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF). The project seeks to educate and equip young people from oil-affected communities in Akwa Ibom State with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to promote environmental protection, community rights, justice, and sustainable development.
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We sensitize communities—especially elders and market women—on climate issues and environmental sustainability. We connect everyday realities to practical actions that restore ecosystems, protect public health, and strengthen resilience.
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Interactive workshops, informative sessions, and engaging activities tailored to students. Sessions explore renewable energy, waste management, conservation, and how human actions interconnect with climate change.
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