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Kenya Biodiversity Impact Accelerator Network
Kenya Biodiversity Impact Accelerator (K-BIAN) is a conservation non-profit registered in Kenya under the Public Benefit Organizations Act, 2013 to conserve biological diversity and enhance social welfare by promoting innovative and sustainable environmental management through restoration and conservation incentives. K-BIAN has designed integrated interventions that address the nexus between biodiversity, climate change, health, education and sustainable livelihoods. Currently, K-BIAN is focusing on conservation and related programs in the Greater Kakamega Forest Ecosystem that stretches Kibiri, Kakamega, Malava and Bunyala Forests of Western Kenya.
VISION
A world where all human beings experience a healthy, fullfiling life of self- reliance and social justice in a clean, safe sustainable environment.
MISSION
To leverage nature and the power of healthy ecosystems to protect people and safeguard a stable and biodiverse future.
CORE VALUES
Sustainability
Responsible management of resources for long-term ecological and economic viability
Stewardship
Responsible care for and protection of natural resources for future generations
Integrity
Honesty, transparency, and ethical behaviour in all conservation activities
Community Engagement
Involving local communities in decision-making and benefit- sharing
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Protect biodiversity through conservation interventions directly impacting local communities.
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Promote environmental conservation awareness.
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Promote resilient and sustainable food security, nutrition and livelihood practices.
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Undertake steps by personal or written appeals, private meetings, public meetings or representations to Parliament, government entities and other bodies as may be deemed expedient to promote any of the objects of the organization.
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Raise, secure and utilise funds for the attainment of any or all objects of the Organization, and to do such other things as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of these objects.