Online Courses

Explore AYISD's online learning platform offering free, practical courses in environmental conservation, sustainable agriculture, biochar production, and community development — designed for refugees and host communities.

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Training Programs

Hands-on training in conservation, sustainable agriculture, biochar technology, agroforestry, and youth innovation. Our programs combine fieldwork with mentorship to build real-world skills and lasting livelihoods.

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Reports & Publications

Access our annual reports, impact assessments, research papers, and project documentation. Transparent reporting on our progress in building resilient communities and restoring ecosystems.

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Online Courses

Free training courses designed to build practical skills for sustainable community development

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Environmental Conservation Basics

Learn the fundamentals of environmental conservation and community-based management in Nakivale Refugee Settlement.

Beginner 4 weeks
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Intermediate

Sustainable Agriculture

Master sustainable farming techniques for food security and income generation in refugee settlements.

Intermediate 6 weeks
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Vocational Skills Training

Practical skills for employment and entrepreneurship in Uganda.

Beginner 8 weeks
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Training Programs

Community-based programs driving sustainable change in Nakivale Refugee Settlement

RED Biochar Program

A paradigm-shifting strategy converging climate resilience, regenerative agriculture, and waste valorization. Producing biochar from crop residues to sequester approximately 3,750 CO2eq/year and enhance soil fertility.

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Woodlot Project

Restoring degraded forests, woodlands, and wetlands through community-based groups. Supporting Village Savings and Loans Associations with agroforestry, climate-smart agriculture, and sustainable land management.

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NELIC Innovation Center

The Nakivale Experiential Learning and Innovation Center supports youth with PEARL projects, badges, and seed funding for climate action innovations — the first translation of the ELN model outside a formal education system.

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Amsha Community Project

Establishing vibrant green spaces promoting sustainable practices and community engagement. Supporting 500 refugee households and 100 Ugandan Nationals with communal gardens, composting, and agro-inputs.

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Reports & Publications

Transparent reporting on our progress, impact, and research findings

Annual Report 2024

A comprehensive overview of AYISD's activities, achievements, financial performance, and community impact throughout 2024.

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UNHCR Innovation Grant Report

Report on the outcomes and learnings from the UNHCR Refugee-Led Innovation Grant supporting our Seed Program in Nakivale.

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Impact Assessment

Measuring the social, economic, and environmental impact of AYISD's programs on refugee and host communities in Nakivale Settlement.

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Environmental Conservation Report

Detailed documentation of our environmental restoration efforts, including woodlot establishment, biochar carbon sequestration, and ecosystem recovery data.

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Whether you want to volunteer, partner, donate, or share your expertise — there are many ways to support our mission of empowering communities.