Restoring Habitats for an Equitable Future

In order for humanity to survive, we need nature. The widely accepted research shows that to reduce the impacts of climate change, such as drought, flooding, and famine, while maintaining healthy ecosystem services to provide food security, as well as clean water and air, 30% of the planet must be protected. The most effective solution we have to ensure healthy ecosystems that sustain all life on earth is to protect and conserve the biodiversity that still exists. One of the main causes of biodiversity loss is habitat loss and fragmentation caused by deforestation, so a simple solution would be to plant more trees. Deforestation is not only a serious threat to plant and animal biodiversity, but it is also a major contributor to global warming.

Justice Tourism Foundation not only focuses on the conservation of wildlife but also on the environment that supports them. With a conscious step towards biodiversity conservation, Justice Tourism Foundation has initiated the Rewilding for Biodiversity Ecosystem project to plant native trees in three locations — Kahangi village in Sebitori sector of the northern areas of Kibale National Park, Kiko village, and Munobwa village adjacent to Kibale National Park near Fort Portal city in Western Uganda.

Why Trees?

Trees, often referred to as the lungs of the Earth, play a crucial role in sustaining life on land. Trees are needed now more than ever to mitigate climate change and enhance wildlife habitats. From carbon sequestering to controlling soil erosion, trees play a crucial role in managing and balancing an ecosystem. Sadly, over the last two decades, Uganda has lost 2.37 million hectares of tree cover.

The depletion of forest cover has led to adverse effects that include desertification, loss of water resources, and fragmentation of habitats for wildlife. This disruption threatens the survival of species that could ultimately lead to their extinction. Therefore, to address the impacts, Justice Tourism Foundation’s project Rewilding for Biodiversity Ecosystem focuses on the reforestation of local trees that can rebuild habitats to support wildlife populations.

How Can You Be Involved?

Justice Tourism Foundation makes it simple for everyone to contribute to environmental conservation. Every donation made will result in the planting of a tree that will help in restoring ecosystems for biodiversity to thrive. So, come forward and plant a tree with the Justice Tourism Foundation to take a step towards positive environmental impact.