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In Nepal’s remote regions, environmental degradation, climate change, and biodiversity loss threaten communities. Many students lack access to hands-on learning opportunities that spark creativity and practical problem-solving. UKALI’s eco-clubs address this by building and nurturing young, environmentally conscious leaders. 

Supporting future environmental leaders through grassroots action 

The program institutionalizes school eco-clubs, turning ideas into meaningful, long-term actions. These clubs equip students with essential conservation skills through hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world engagement, all grounded in the local context. Participants identify plant species, track wildlife, manage waste, and practice sustainable farming. They lead cleanup campaigns, plant trees, and advocate for climate action, transforming environmental education into daily practice. By fostering innovation and leadership, the eco-clubs empower students to turn waste into resources and reforest degraded areas, ensuring a lasting impact on their communities. 

Empowering students for lasting environmental impact 

Since launching in January 2022, the initiative has expanded to 8 schools, engaging 2,500 students and reaching 15,000 community members. Students now lead awareness drives and local environmental projects. Challenges like limited resources, poor infrastructure, and funding shortages persist, but the project thrives on local leadership and collaboration with schools, municipalities, and families. UKALI plans to expand to 20 schools in the next two to three years, empowering students to run eco-clubs independently. A structured activity calendar, a dedicated resource center, and an eco-club magazine will support their initiatives. Research grants will encourage students to explore and propose solutions for environmental challenges. A key milestone is the creation of an endowment fund, ensuring long-term sustainability. 

By fostering innovation and resilience, UKALI is building a movement where students don’t just learn about sustainability—they lead it. 

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