management of natural resources and livelihood improvement.
350,000
Number of People through climate, natural resource, livelihoods, WASH, youth, and enterprise development interventions.
16
Total Districts Where We Work together for sustainable development and resilient communities.
50,629
Household Reach
Supported through our integrated programmes across all targeted districts.
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 Last 5 years Together, we are restoring ecosystems, empowering communities and building resilient future.
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Trees Planted
0
Hectares Secured for Restoration
0
Hectares Farmland Under Restoration
✦ about jese
Joint Effort to Save the Environment (JESE) is a leading Ugandan non-governmental organization committed to empowering communities to sustainably manage natural resources while improving livelihoods and building resilience to climate change. Since its establishment in 1993, JESE has worked alongside rural communities, local governments, civil society organizations, research institutions, and development partners to promote inclusive, people-centred development.
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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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
Featured impact stories
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Improving livelihoods through community groups
Jese’s strides to empower farmers through Agriculture and enterprise development. Impact story 1: Leveraging on collective efforts for better markets- the story of Kyamaiba Farmers Group in Kicwamba. Kitumbi Kyamaiba Marketing Association is located in Kyamaiba village, Mbale Parish, Kicwamba Sub-County, Kabarole district. The association consists of 6 Village Savings and Loans Association (VSLA) groups
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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.
Why Partner with JESE?
30 years of institutional experience
Strong community trust
Technical expertise
Excellent donor compliance
Strong Collaboration with Government
Digital MEAL systems
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