management of natural resources and livelihood improvement.
599,000
Total Program Reach
350000
Number of people reached through climate, natural resource, livelihoods, WASH, youth, and enterprise development interventions.
16
Total districts where we work
50,000
Total Household Reach
45%
Women
Empowering women to lead and thrive.
25%
Youth
Engaging youth for a green and prosperous future.
30%
Men
Working together for strong and vibrant communities.
Our Impact Over the years Together, we are restoring ecosystems, empowering communities and building resilient future.
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Trees Planted
0
Hectares of Farmland under restoration, protection and conservation
✦ about jese
For over 30 years, Joint Effort to Save the Environment has partnered with communities, governments, development agencies, research institutions and the private sector to restore degraded ecosystems, strengthen climate resilience, improve food systems, increase access to safe water and sanitation, and create sustainable livelihoods across Uganda.
Where We Work
JESE currently works across the Rwenzori, Albertine Rift, Western, South-Western and refugee-hosting districts (Kikuube, Kyegegwa and Isingiro) of Uganda
Our Programme Areas
Climate and Natural Resources Management
Protecting forests, wetlands, watersheds and biodiversity through ecosystem restoration, climate adaptation, agroforestry, landscape governance, renewable energy and nature-based solutions.
Food Systems and Resilient Livelihoods
Promoting climate-smart agriculture, agroecology, nutrition, value chain development, financial inclusion, and resilient household livelihoods.
Water, Sanitation and Climate Resilience
Increasing equitable access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene while strengthening climate resilience.
Youth Employment, Green Jobs and Enterprise Development
Supporting young people to acquire technical, vocational and green skills for employment, entrepreneurship and innovation.
Research and Policy Advocacy
Generating evidence, influencing policy and promoting learning for sustainable development.
Humanitarian and Community Resilience
Supporting refugee and host communities through livelihoods, nutrition, renewable energy, and peaceful coexistence.
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Our Recent Work
Check out some of our latest projects, from cutting-edge websites to successful digital campaigns.
Impact stories
School enrollment improved
Biira Juliet – Powering Change in Kasese
Hair dressing – changing lives, the story of Kababiito Donum
In search of a better life- the story of Namwanjje
Turning dreams into reality—The story of Seemu
An eco-friendly solution for better health.
A Farmer’s Journey to Climate Resilience
Restoring Mpanga Gorge Buffers Through Sustainable Livelihoods
What Our Clients Say
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Join Us in Creating Lasting Change
At Joint Effort to Save the Environment (JESE), we believe that sustainable development is achieved through strong partnerships, innovation and collective action. Whether you are a donor, researcher, consultant, student, volunteer or service provider, there are many ways to contribute to our mission of building resilient communities and restoring healthy ecosystems.
Together, we can create lasting environmental, social and economic impact across Uganda.
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