Empowering Young Changemakers in Goma
Roots & Shoots groups in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), are taking inspiring steps to care for their schools, communities, and environment. Through hands-on projects, these young leaders are proving that small actions can create big change.
Flying Leopards Club
At EPAIGO School, the Flying Leopards group came together to trim flowers and collect plastic waste, making the schoolyard cleaner and more welcoming for students.
More Beautiful than Before Club
On November 15, this group organized a city clean-up in the streets of Kiziba. Volunteers collected and sorted biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste, helping reduce pollution and improve public spaces.
Tupendane Institut Club
This school-based group focused on environmental care by cleaning the schoolyard and weeding around newly planted fruit trees dedicated to Dr. Jane Goodall, reinforcing the importance of green spaces.
These initiatives are more than clean-up projects—they are a call to action. Roots & Shoots members in Goma are leading by example, reminding their communities that caring for the environment starts with each of us. Their efforts demonstrate that youth-led projects can transform neighborhoods and inspire sustainable habits.
Learn More About Roots & Shoots
Roots & Shoots is a global movement founded by Dr. Jane Goodall, empowering young people to create positive change for people, animals, and the environment. Through local projects like these, young changemakers are building a healthier planet for future generations.
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