To be the leading enviroment conservation education organization in the region
To promote conservation of the enviroment, in particular forests and sustainable management of natural resources through education programmes
The Karura Forest Environmental Education Trust — KFEET — was established in 2010 by a group convened by the Friends of Karura Community Forest Association (FKF) to promote environmental education and provide a centre for learning about forest ecosystems. Following discussions among community leaders in the neighbourhoods surrounding Karura about the need for a forest-based education centre, Shell-BP agreed to convert its venerable Sports Club into a focus for learning, whilst at the same time retaining low-impact sports and recreation facilities for generating revenue in support of Karura Forest conservation.
The Trust founder members are: Kenya Shell Limited (now Vivo Energy Kenya), Kenya Forest Service, the Green Belt Movement (GBM), Friends Of Karura Community Forest Association (FKF) and the Oshwal Education & Relief Board. The late Prof. Wangari Maathai, and FKF’s founding patron, was the initial representative of the GBM
The Karura Forest Environmental Education Trust (KFEET) aims to create a Premier Environmental Education Centre that will strive:
on the multiple values of Karura Forest Reserve and raise awareness on the critical role that Kenyan natural habitats, including forests, play towards attaining sustainable development and achieving Vision 2030. It will educate all visitors on greener lifestyles, including sustainable house practices and healthier cuisine.
in our approach to environmental education with programmes and exhibitions catering to children of all ages, nursery to secondary.
A new purpose built facility will be required to host the various components of the education centre. In keeping with the primary purpose of the Centre which is conservation and preservation, the following points should be considered whilst designing the new facility:
Use low environmental impact materials. For example, cement that has a high in-built energy contents will be discouraged whilst wood from well managed plantations should be encouraged.
Above all the Centre and the exhibits should provide a well-rounded and lasting experience for all visitors. Aspire to inspire.
The Karura Forest Environmental Education Trust — KFEET — was established in 2010 to promote environmental education and provide a centre for learning about forest ecosystems.
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