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I was born and live in Hargeisa, Somaliland. In 2015, I graduated from the University of Hargeisa with a degree in Environmental Science. I passionately involve myself in various initiatives and programs to promote environmental awareness. I am committed to addressing the deteriorating environmental conditions in my country. In 2015, I established my own tree-planting programme. To date, I have mobilized more than 100 passionate individuals across the different regions of the country, to lead the change to save the environment. Together, we have planted thousands of trees across the country.
Mohamed Abdirahman - Somalian, Africa
2018 Winner | | Somalian
Geed Beer, Rejo Beer (“Plant a Tree, Plant Hope”) is a youth-led campaign to restore hope in Somaliland. My country is suffering from an extreme drought, exacerbated by climate change. Famine is now widespread. Severe deforestation, primarily for the production of charcoal, is rapidly diminishing the small patches of forest that still remain. The need for action is urgent and so I have decided to lead the change. My big idea is to plant trees in cities while educating youth in schools and universities about the importance of forests and mobilizing them to participate in a nationwide reforestation programme. This will build on work that I have already undertaken to promote tree-planting at weddings, graduation ceremonies, and schools. My goal is to bring back the forests of Somaliland and foster a national culture in which caring for the environment is recognized by everyone as their moral responsibility.
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