Islam

4.5 hectares

The Progressive Climate Foundation (PCF) is currently engaged in youth-led and community-based land restoration efforts in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces of Pakistan, with key activities centered around a 4.5-acre site near Rawalpindi. These initiatives are grounded in their belief that land is not just a resource but a sacred trust, and its restoration is a moral and environmental responsibility. Their ongoing efforts include native tree plantation, soil regeneration, awarenes campaigns on sustainable land use, and the introduction of climate-smart agricultural practices for local farmers and youth. The organization regularly host community workshops, faith-based discussions, and eco-spiritual events that connect environmental stewardship with ethical and spiritual values, encouraging communities to become active participants in healing the land. PCF is also planning to expand its restoration work to Sindh province, particularly in areas affected by salinity and waterlogging, by piloting faith-led ecological interventions such as rainwater harvesting, organic composting, and community reforestation. Through partnerships with local mosques, interfaith groups, and youth organizations, the organization aim to build a network of eco-leaders who are spiritually motivated to protect and restore ecosystems. The organization also face community resistance due to low environmental awarenes, where land is often seen only through an economic lens, not erratic rainfall, and soil degradation further complicate their restoration efforts, especially in vulnerable regions like Punjab and Sindh.

10 hectares

Partners for sustainable development foundation is currently planning a land restoration initiative in the southern badia region of jordan focusing on communities in maan aljafr and alhusseiniya the area faces severe desertification los of native vegetation and declining soil fertility due to climate change and unsustainable land use practices their planned activities aim to rehabilitate community owned lands by introducing agroforestry techniques supporting native tree planting and applying soil and water conservation practices in collaboration with local farmers and religious leaders the organization is also working to convert unused land surrounding mosques and community centers into green learning hubs where environmental education can be linked to spiritual values this program is rooted in the belief that caring for land is a moral and faith driven responsibility and.

10 hectares

The organization plans to conduct agroforestry and reforestation as well as physical techniques like contour ploughing in rwamwanja refugee settlement kamwenge district western Uganda. Key challenges include key challenges include the organization will also conduct capacity building of the tenants and people about lady restoration landslides and soil erosion as well as weak policies put by government and other organization lack of stakeholders engagement in most of the activities put by the organization.

20 hectares

The Youth Association for Development (YAD) is actively engaged in faith-inspired land restoration initiatives in Balochistan, Pakistan, particularly in the districts of Quetta, Loralai, Zhob, and Killa Saifullah areas facing acute land degradation due to drought, overgrazing, and climate extremes. Their current work includes restoring approximately 20 hectares of communal and faith-linked lands near mosques, Sufi shrines, and tribal grazing areas. These sites serve as entry points to engage communities around the spiritual and ecological value of land. Restoration activities include native tree planting, dryland agroforestry, contour bunding, zai pit construction, and community composting, all rooted in Islamic environmental ethics such as khilafa (stewardship), amana (trust), and tazkiyah (purification of land and self). YAD has established Community Regeneration Hubs that function as sacred-restoration learning centres. Here, faith leaders, women, and youth co-lead trainings and seasonal campaigns such as (Green Fridays) and (Sacred Soil Saturdays), integrating environmental education with religious gatherings and cultural rituals. The organization is also collaborating with imams and madrassa teachers to deliver eco-literacy modules through Friday sermons, mosque schools, and women's halaqas (study circles), helping revive traditional concepts like him (protected lands) and haram (sacred sanctuary zones). Looking ahead, YAD aims to scale these efforts acros additional faith-held lands in Balochistan, particularly around underused shrine areas and madrassa compounds. This masterclas would directly strengthen their capacity to deepen, document, and expand this unique model of faith-led ecological restoration in dryland Islamic contexts. Additionally, communal ownership structures, while culturally significant, can create fragmented responsibility for long-term land care unles spiritual and tribal leaders are fully engaged. Lastly, low awarenes of faith-based ecological principles among younger generations requires continuous spiritual-ecological education to link restoration with religious identity and duty.

60 hectares

Local and Community Projects Amistad Senegal (Petite Cte): This environmental and agricultural project, carried out in collaboration with women's groups, aims to strengthen financial empowerment and food security. Activities include the renovation of an eco-tourism camp and the construction of a food processing unit in Popenguine and Toubab Dialaw. Men and Land (Tambacounda): This agroforestry project is restoring 245 hectares of degraded land in the commune of Golmi, planting 367,500 trees. Local communities actively participate in species selection and land management, with a focus on economic empowerment and climate resilience. Land tenure insecurity: The 1964 law on the national domain, which governs 95% of the land, is ill-suited to local realities, leading to conflicts between farmers, herders, and investors, as well as land grabs. Land degradation and desertification: Aridity, unsustainable agricultural practices (deforestation, overgrazing), and climate change reduce land productivity, affecting 34% of arable land. Use conflicts: Competition for land between agriculture, livestock, and conservation exacerbates social tensions, requiring inclusive approaches.

2000 hectares

The All People for Environmental Development and Peace Association in Assiut Governorate, Egypt, expresses its strong desire to engage in land restoration projects, stemming from its societal and religious role in protecting land the association is involved in several activities related to agricultural land conservation, including: Supervising farmers and raising their awarenes of the dangers of chemical pesticides and promoting safe alternatives for soil protection. Contributing to reducing desertification by educating agricultural communities about the importance of vegetation cover and sustainable agricultural practices. Preventing construction on agricultural land through active participation in the governorate's permanent land protection committee, and submitting practical proposals and periodic reports to support decision-makers. Organizing educational and awarenes-raising seminars to raise public awarenes of the importance of land protection and ways to restore it. The association also seeks to addres the issue of women's deprivation of their right to agricultural inheritance, which is a form of indirect land encroachment. The association adopts community initiatives that highlight the clear religious stance in support of women's right to inheritance and oppose customs that exclude them, contributing to the return of lands to their rightful owners. The organization plan to launch a comprehensive community initiative to restore degraded lands, including awarenes campaigns, training courses for farmers, and partnerships with official and religious bodies to implement reclamation plans based on a sustainable environmental and ethical approach. The organization believe that land restoration is not only about protecting the environment, but also about establishing the values of justice and dignity, which are the core of their mission.

7430 hectares

Currently, Azraq Wetland Reserve/RSCN is engaged in ecological monitoring and research at the Azraq Wetland Reserve in Jordan, managed by the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN). The Reserve spans approximately 7,430 hectares in Zarqa Governorate and has been the focus of ongoing restoration due to habitat degradation caused by groundwater depletion and land misuse. Azraq Wetland Reserve/RSCN's role includes field data collection, GIS-based land assessments, and habitat condition analysis to support restoration interventions such as wetland rehydration, native species recovery, and sustainable land use planning. The broader Azraq area is home to diverse communities, including the Shishan, Druze, and Bedouin populations, divided between North and South Azraq. These communities maintain strong cultural ties to the land and faith-based traditions. Azraq Wetland Reserve/RSCN is currently exploring opportunities to engage local mosques and faith institutions in these areas to foster restoration efforts rooted in Islamic values of stewardship (Khilafa) and compassion toward creation (Rahma). This limits the Reserves natural regeneration capacity and complicates restoration efforts. Integrating traditional knowledge, scientific approaches, and faith-based values requires stronger partnerships, technical support, and communication strategies to align conservation goals with local needs and beliefs.

0.23acres hectares

Currently the organization is planning to fuse agroforestry into their arable crop farming in Nigeria, Niger State, Suleja LGA. Key challenges include key challenges include the organization sees it technical skills and finance has been key challenges over the years.

1.5 acres of land. hectares

At Shamsul Ulama Islamic Academy in Malappuram, Kerala, the organization is implementing a faith-driven land restoration initiative on 1.5 acres of waqf land. As project lead, Shamsul ulama Islamic academy is integrating Quranic environmental ethics into practice through sustainable farming, biodiversity protection, and educational programs. The organization is currently piloting:. Organic vegetable farming using native species. Integrated cow and fish farming for eco-efficiency. Rainwater harvesting and natural irrigation. Tree planting with indigenous saplings. Weekly environmental awarenes sessions for 60 students The organization is creating a gurukula-style experiential learning model where students directly participate in land restoration as part of their faith education. This learn by doing method deepens their environmental consciousnes through Islamic teachings. Public engagement is expanding through Friday sermons in partner mosques, community planting drives, and awarenes campaigns. The organization is also initiating dialogue with local waqf boards for possible replication of this model in nearby institutions. Long-term, Shamsul ulama Islamic academy is developing a digital platform to launch a Faith-Based Environmental Youth Forcea pan-Indian network of students and religious educators dedicated to restoring underutilized waqf land. With India having over 3.5 lakh hectares of waqf property, their project can serve faith-driven land revival. Participation in the Faith4Land Masterclass will equip me with the technical and institutional knowledge needed to professionalize and replicate this model acros India. While their academy has strong religious leadership and committed students, the organization lack advanced knowledge in sustainable agriculture, permaculture design, and ecological restoration. Often seen only in religious terms, these lands are rarely viewed as platforms for sustainability, education, and food security. While the organization has begun networking with nearby institutions, institutional collaboration remains slow due to administrative and cultural inertia.

10 acres hectares

While their organization is not currently engaged in formal land restoration under the Commonwealth Youth Peace Ambassadors Network (CYPAN), the organization is in the proces of designing a faith-aligned pilot initiative in Sri Lanka, guided by their belief in environmental stewardship areas historically impacted by Sri Lankas 30-year civil war and in parts of the Western Province, including temple groves, churchyards, mosque compounds, and community centers. The organization aim to integrate assisted natural regeneration (ANR), native species planting, and agroforestry in a way that honors local ecosystems and spiritual traditions. Planned activities include:. Site identification and restoration planning on faith or community-managed land;. Engagement of faith leaders and congregations through spiritual narratives on creation care;. Partnerships with ecological experts for technical guidance;. Integration of faith-based rituals and teachings to promote sustainable land care;. Monitoring using ecological and spiritual indicators to track progres. CYPAN, present in 56 Commonwealth countries, offers a powerful platform to scale and replicate this model. The organization envision this which can complicate planning and legal acces. Community follow-through: While initial faith-driven enthusiasm is strong, long-term engagement beyond ceremonial activities often wanes. To addres this, the organization introduced cooperative committees comprising local leaders and religious figures. In Buddhist-majority areas, senior monks often play a crucial role in resolving conflicts and guiding decision-making, especially in communities where literacy levels are lower and spiritual leadership carries significant influence. These lessons have reinforced the need to embed sustainability into project design from the outset through community ownership, capacity-building, and culturally sensitive leadership structures.

10 Hectares hectares

At the Nema Collective, Nema Women's Collective leads, inspire and support. Firstly, Nema Women's Collective leads a collective with a membership of 500 women, with an administrative team and volunteers of 50 people to achieve their quest to advance ecofeminist practices through their islamic faith. The organization uses faith ensure ecological sustainability, and protect their lands from privatization and degradation. Secondly, the organization is primarily a women's faith group linked with a local most and islamic school, where most of their children study and board, The organization helps inspire women to see the long-term vision of keeping their lands, contributing towards its restoration and protecting it from privatization, The organization dos this through their monthly member meetings and quarterly community tours to consult and engage their members and the wider communities the organization serve the organization their farm produces and the proceeds of activities. Lastly, through Nema Women's Collective's leadership, the organization is supporting a new generation of women, girls and young men to see the land and faith as tools for transformational development for their communities, The organization dos this through their quarterly harvests, farmer's markets and the contributions the organization make towards their community food bank, the mosque and the education of their children. Through these efforts, The organization helps lead a strong team, inspire a new generation of women ecofeminist and faith leaders, and support the sustainability and integrity of their community. Climate change is making land demand high. The Gambia is one of the most densely populated countries in Africa, acces to land and resources is increasingly in demand, with both government and private enterprises seeking community lands for development or real estate. The lands managed by the Nema Collective under Nema Women's Collective's leadership have not been an exception, the organization is constantly dealing with government efforts to gain acces to the lands and the organization is constantly facing lobbies to sell the lands to private developers. The organization is constantly balancing economic hardship, patriarchal and modernization with their commitment to their faith, community and families through their women supported mosque and religious school for their children.

10 hecters hectares

Desertification has led to a significant forest los in The Upper River Region, and needed urgent action to protect productive system. Currently the organization has already started their annual activities in the Upper River Region of The Gambia, which is done during the rainy season, planting trees to reforest degraded lands in four communities and make them available for agroforestry. This year the organization come with a unique expansion initiative to combat land degradation through meaningful approach to encourage farmers, community V.D.Cs participation, policy makers, and vulnerable women and youth groups. The adoption of sustainable farming practices, such as agroforestry to improve livelihood and protect biodiversity. Dependence on wood fuel.

10,000 HECTARES hectares

Land Restoration and Stewardship Activities by Muslim Professionals League Africa (MUPLA) and Africa Faith Actors Network on Climate Justice (AFAN-CJ) As part of their commitment to environmental protection, land stewardship, and climate justice, Muslim Professionals League Africa (MUPLA) in collaboration with the Africa Faith Actors Network on Climate Justice (AFAN-CJ) is actively implementing grassroots-led, faith-inspired land restoration projects acros various regions in Kenya. Their current initiatives focus on Mombasa, Lamu, and Nairobi counties, each tailored to local ecological needs and community priorities. Mombasa County Mangrove Restoration In Mombasa, their work centers around restoring degraded mangrove forests along the coastal ecosystems. Mangroves are vital to protecting marine biodiversity, acting as natural buffers against coastal erosion, and capturing significant amounts of carbon. Together with local communities and faith-based youth groups, we: Organize regular community-led mangrove planting events in areas like Mikindani, Jomvu and Mtwapa. Provide environmental education workshops in collaboration with kenya institute of foreign languages and professional studies and international jaamia of languages and professional studies to highlight the ecological, economic, and spiritual importance of mangroves. Collaborate with local imams and sheikhs to incorporate messages of environmental stewardship into sermons (khutbahs). Advocate for the protection of marine ecosystems through policy engagement and public campaigns. Lamu County Sustainable Farming and Land Use Education In Lamu, where land use pressure and environmental degradation affect both livelihoods and food security, the organization run a sustainable agriculture education initiative focused on empowering rural communities to adopt environmentally responsible practices. Their work includes: Training local farmersespecially women and youthon sustainable farming techniques, including crop rotation, agroforestry, composting, and organic pest management. Promoting soil conservation and water harvesting to combat desertification and improve food security. Supporting faith-based environmental messages that connect Islamic teachings on balance (mzn) and trust (amnah) with ethical land care. Their prospective endeavors. Establishing demonstration farms that serve as living classrooms for peer-to-peer learning. Nairobi County Tree Planting and Riverbank Protection In Nairobi, the organization focus on restoring the Nairobi River ecosystemwhich has suffered from pollution, erosion, and unregulated developmentthrough an integrated approach involving: Tree planting drives along riverbanks in areas like chokaa, Korogocho, Kariobangi, and Mathare to reduce erosion and restore green cover. Gabion construction training: Teaching community members, particularly youth and religious leaders, how to build gabions (stone-filled wire mesh structures) to prevent soil erosion and flooding. Engaging with urban faith communities and schools to promote climate resilience and environmental justice through civic education and action. Guiding Philosophy and Impact These initiatives are rooted in their belief that faith communities have a moral responsibility to care for the Earth and its resources. The organization view land not requiring active, just, and compassionate stewardship. Their work is driven by: Interfaith collaboration, Community empowerment, Integration of indigenous and religious knowledge systems, And a strong focus on justice, equity, and sustainability. Through these programs, the organization aim to: Restore degraded lands and ecosystems, Build climate resilience among vulnerable communities, And foster a generation of environmentally conscious faith actors and professionals acros Africa. Cultural and religious misconceptions may sometimes hinder uptake of sustainable practices unles consistent education and sensitization are provided. Insecurity and Land Conflicts In regions like Lamu, land ownership disputes, historical injustices, and insecurity complicate acces to land and disrupt community mobilization. Technical Capacity Gaps Local communities often lack the technical skills needed for activities like gabion construction, sustainable agriculture, or scientific monitoring of restoration impact.

10.11 Hectares hectares

The organization works in three rural districts Kom Ombo, Daraw, and Aswan Center supporting over 400 women to manage home gardens and a 5-feddan plot using regenerative agriculture The organization focus on improving soil health, increasing local food production, and reducing harmful practices Aga Khan Development Network's role includes providing technical support and training to help women apply composting, crop rotation, and water-saving techniques In the future, the organization aim to expand this work to other marginalized rural areas in Aswan such as Abu Simbel, Edfu, and Nasr El Nuba where land restoration can also bring social and economic empowerment. For us, caring for the land is deeply connected to dignity, justice, and faith-driven action Right now, Im involved in land restoration through the Tamkeen Seeds for the Future project run by Om Habibeh Foundation in Aswan, Upper Egypt. The organization works with over 400 women who manage small home gardens, and the organization also support a larger 5-feddan plot managed by a womens group Aga Khan Development Network's role is to help them apply regenerative farming methods like composting, crop rotation, and water-efficient irrigation to improve soil health and grow food in a more sustainable way The project isnt just about farming; its about restoring the land while empowering women and building stronger communities Were also looking to expand similar work to other governorates like Beni Suef and Minya through new partnerships. For me, this work is deeply connected to values of care, justice, and giving back to the land.

1000 ha hectares

Their organization is currently engaged in land restoration activities focused on the rehabilitation of degraded phosphate mining lands in Morocco, particularly in the Khouribga and Benguerir regions. As part of their ongoing efforts, the organization is implementing research-based strategies to restore soil functionality and support sustainable vegetation cover. These activities include the application of organic amendments, the introduction of stres-tolerant forage species, and the optimization of irrigation systems such as subsurface and drip methods. The organization also evaluate plant-soil interactions and monitor the ecological impact of various treatments to guide scalable restoration practices. Their aim is not only to reclaim these lands ecologically but also to support their productive reuse through sustainable agriculture. These initiatives are aligned with broader national goals for land restoration and environmental stewardship in Morocco and are conducted in collaboration with academic institutions, local communities, and environmental stakeholders.

115,511 ha hectares

Current and Planned Land Restoration Activities: Their faith-inspired organization, Nature Conservation Advocate for Climate Initiative (NCACI), is actively engaged in land restoration efforts acros northern Nigeria, with a focus on addressing desertification and building community resilience. Current Activities: The organization is currently developing an arid land restoration projects in Machina Local Government Area, Yobe State, in the northeastern region of Nigeria. The project covers approximately 115,511 hectares (according to restore platform) of degraded drylands impacted by desert encroachment and climate change. Activities include community-led tree planting, agroforestry, sand dune stabilization, and training programs on sustainable land management practices. These efforts involve local faith leaders, traditional rulers, women, and youth to foster environmental stewardship rooted in faith values. Planned Activities: The organization is expanding their restoration work to other high-risk desertification areas in Yobe State. Planned interventions include establishing community-managed nurseries, scaling up restoration economy initiatives (such as sustainable livelihoods linked to land restoration), and integrating faith-based environmental education to promote care for creation within local congregations. Their approach aligns ecological restoration with spiritual responsibility, emphasizing that healing the land is part of their faiths call to protect Gods creation. The organization is also developing partnerships with local mosques, churches, and interfaith platforms to expand the reach and impact of these restoration efforts. Additionally, low community awarenes about sustainable land practices and competing livelihood pressures sometimes reduce participation. Insecurity: in certain northern regions further limits acces to some project sites.

120 ha hectares

The Honorary Consul of Mongolia in Abuja, and a certified Climate Resilient Infrastructure Practitioner, Ansaruddeen Islamic Society is deeply committed to advancing ecological restoration and community resilience in vulnerable regions. The organization herebys expres strong interest in initiating land restoration work in the Lake Chad Basin, focusing on degraded landscapes in Northeast Nigeria. This region suffers from severe environmental degradation, resource conflict, and climate-induced displacement, making restoration a moral and ecological imperative. Their Societys deep-rooted presence and faith-driven values offer a powerful platform for mobilizing communities, promoting stewardship, and embedding sustainable practices. Through this initiative, the organization aim to integrate indigenous knowledge, climate-resilient infrastructure, and interfaith collaboration to regenerate soils, restore biodiversity, and foster peace and livelihoods. The organization believe their work will align with both national restoration priorities and global goals such as the Great Green Wall and Faith4Land vision. The organization is ready to commit and contribute meaningfully. A dearth of funding and. Relative cases of insecurity especially in the targeted areas. The lake Chad basin in northeast Nigeria.

125 acres hectares

Their Peaceful Hearts Community in Punjab, Pakistan, is restoring 20 hectares in Chakwals Kallar Kahar since. Weve planted 5,000 native neem and shisham trees to combat desertification and enrich soil, engaging local families for sustainable farming. By 2026, the organization plan to restore 15 hectares in Attocks Kala Chitta hills, focusing on water conservation and native regrowth. Inspired by Islamic teachings on stewardship, were planning tree nurseries at their mosques. Were eager to join the Faith4Land Masterclass to gain expertise, connect with faith leaders, and expand their restoration efforts acros Pakistan. The organization lack technical expertise for agroforestry and water conservation. Sustaining community participation is tough due to economic pressures. Land ownership issues in Attocks Kala Chitta hills create logistical hurdles.

15 Acres hectares

In Qena, Upper Egypt, the organization promote sustainable land use through banana waste recycling, youth awarenes, and eco-faith values. The organization plan to expand into tree planting and regenerative agriculture in degraded areas. Many local farmers lack acces to environmental education and rely on traditional practices that contribute to soil degradation, such as over-irrigation and burning crop residues. Key challenges include key challenges include their organization faces several challenges in managing land sustainably and implementing restoration activities.

150 acres hectares

Currently, BAKWATA Lindi hTanzania. The organization personallys have a 51-acre plot, on which BAKWATA AID (BAKAID) Tanzania has planted mangroves and also raise fish. Land tenure insecurity and unclear boundaries often create conflicts, delaying or preventing sustainable practices. Additionally, climate change impacts, such as unpredictable rainfall and soil degradation, further complicate restoration work. Key challenges include key challenges include their organization faces several challenges in managing land sustainably and implementing restoration.

2 acres of land hectares

In Bahawalpur, a city in The Buraaq Association's province Punjab, Pakistan, when the organization started their organisation in 2020, the organization had a vision to conduct massive plantation drives. The organization started by managing a land that was not good for nursery raising. The organization started working to maintain that land. It wbut the organization did not lose hope. For us, the organization had to achieve this in order to start a thing that the organization dreamed of. The organization developed that land, and built their nursery. To their surprise, till now in the year of 2025, the organization has planted more than 45,000 trees acros the four provinces of Pakistan, with the focus of their lush green region Azad Kashmir. For restoration, the organization also faced some major issues in gaining the grants from the Government of Pakistan, or their provincial government Government of Punjab.

2 hectares hectares

Currently, their faith organization, Pondok Pesantren Assalafi Al Fithrah, located in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, does not yet have an established land restoration program. However, the organization is strongly interested in initiating activities related to land restoration and environmental stewardship in the near future. In addition to planting, the organization recognize the urgency of adopting better waste management practices. Their daily waste output is substantial. The organization is planning to explore composting organic waste to support soil health and urban agriculture, while promoting systematic recycling and reducing single-use plastics in all activities. These efforts align with their broader vision of pesantren self-reliance, environmental education, and community engagement. By integrating environmental care into their curriculum and daily routines, the organization aim to cultivate ecological awarenes, a sense of responsibility, and sustainable habits among students, teachers, and the local community. Their interest in starting these initiatives is driven by their belief that land restorationeven on a modest scale in a city environmentcan contribute meaningfully to sustainability, food security, health, and resilience. The organization is eager to learn from other faith-based organizations and partners who have experience in similar contexts.

2 hectares hectares

The organization has many environmental initiatives underway, but one that will have a far-reaching impact on the community is the cultivation of herbal plants. These herbs will become a commodity in their area, involving youth movements and the community surrounding the Islamic boarding school. The goal is to empower the economy in the agribusines sector and promote nature tourism. Of course, this will take time, but the organization is confident the organization can do it. Key challenges include key challenges include the challenge the organization face is that the budget required is not small, and the organization need to start by educating the public.

20 Acres hectares

Biozid Climate Institute had the opportunity to meet with colleagues from the G20 Global Land Restoration initiative during the FfD4 conference in Sevilla. The organization expresseds Biozid Climate Institute's interest in involving their Islamic faith-based organization in land reforestation projects, aligning their environmental efforts with the principles of faith and stewardship. These changes affect soil quality, water availability, and the overall health of ecosystems, making restoration efforts more complex and resource-intensive. Additionally, engaging local communities and aligning traditional practices with sustainable land management strategies require ongoing dialogue and trust-building, which can be time-consuming.

20 hectars hectares

Firstly, at Hibiscus, the organization is restoring a combined total of 20 hectares of lands acros Senegal and Gambia, working with widows and religious groups to advance permacultural practices, helping nomadic communities to live with farming communities in climate-hostile settings. The organization do this through community-based teaching, learning and mentorship, centering the mosques in the arethrough community-and-faith-based design, the organization collectively design systems that seeks to create sustainable and self-sufficient ecosystems by mimicking natural patterns. The organization do this by emphasizing ethical land use, resource management, and a holistic approach to living in harmony with the environment for agriculture, gardening, and broader aspects of life, aiming for low-impact living and responsible production. Lastly, the organization works with women in order to advance leadership roles in the restoration proces as well as knowledge production, translation and distribution of indigenous and faith-based knowledge for land restoration. These tensions manifests themselves through the increasing encroachment of their lands and farms by herding communities, who are often just seeking grazing land for their animals. The organization remain hopeful and their current approach seems to be working however, the organization is not sure how much time the organization can buy before the organization face more climate change induced violence and encroachments.

20 hecters hectares

At present, their faith organization is not actively engaged in formal land restoration activities. However, the organization recognize the urgent need to care for creation and restore degraded ecosystems, in alignment with their spiritual values of stewardship, justice, and sustainability. As such, the organization is highly interested in initiating land restoration projects, particularly in Niger State, Nigeria. Their vision is to launch a faith-led ecological restoration program targeting deforested and degraded lands within the Bosso and Chanchaga Local Government Areas. These regions have experienced significant environmental degradation due to unsustainable farming practices, erosion, and urban encroachment. The planned activities will include: Tree planting and afforestation efforts on degraded church lands and surrounding communities. Soil rehabilitation using organic composting and erosion control techniques. Community sensitization and education on environmental conservation rooted in faith teachings. Collaborations with schools and interfaith groups to create green hubs for education and restoration. The organization aim to partner with local environmental NGOs and government agencies to acces technical support and native seedlings. Their long-term goal is to create a replicable model of faith-based ecological restoration that integrates spiritual values with practical environmental action. The organization is currently mobilizing internal resources and seeking external support to kickstart pilot projects by early. Their leadership is committed to embedding creation care into their mission, and the organization believe land restoration is a tangible way to live out their faith and serve future generations. **Technical Complexity & Scale:*. Restoring diverse, resilient ecosystems requires site-specific knowledge. **Land Tenure & Governance:*. Policy fragmentation acros sectors (agriculture, forestry, water) is common. **Community Engagement & Livelihoods:*. Ensuring local participation, equitable benefit-sharing, and aligning restoration with community needs (especially alternative livelihoods during transition) is critical but complex. **Monitoring & Verification:*. Tracking ecological recovery (biodiversity, soil health, water) and carbon sequestration accurately over long periods remains technically and financially challenging. **Climate Change Impacts:*. Increasing droughts, floods, and fires threaten restoration efforts and managed landscapes, requiring adaptive approaches.

200 ha hectares

The organization is actively engaged in land restoration efforts in Zitenga in the Plateau-Central region of Burkina Faso. Their work began with research to asses land degradation and identify key stakeholders, such as local farmers, community leaders and environmental experts. Throughout this proces, Act On Sahel has facilitated dialogue and collaboration to ensure that restoration efforts are community-driven and sustainable. Act On Sahel has focused on restoring degraded agricultural land by promoting soil conservation techniques such as composting, agroforestry and water retention methods. These techniques help farmers to improve their crop yields while combatting desertification. In addition to restoring farmland, Act On Sahel has supported the rehabilitation of a village forest in Zitenga that had suffered deforestation and overgrazing. By organising tree-planting campaigns and training local communities in sustainable forest management, Act On Sahel has helped to restore this vital ecosystem. The revived forest now provides shade, prevents soil erosion and enhances biodiversity, while also serving aligning faith values with ecological action. Climate variability, erratic rainfall and prolonged droughts also undermine reforestation and soil recovery efforts. Another obstacle is land tenure conflicts, as unclear ownership can delay or disrupt restoration activities. Finally, invasive species and overgrazing threaten restored areas, necessitating continuous monitoring.

250 acres hectares

Faith-based organizations globally are increasingly involved in land restoration activities, leveraging their extensive land holdings and community influence. Although specific details about your faith organization's activities aren't provided, here are some notable examples and initiatives: Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology (KFUEIT) hequipped with modern facilities, including a mosque for its students and staff. While specific details about the mosque's architecture or features aren't available, it's likely designed to serve the spiritual needs of the university community, similar to the University of Chakwal's mosque, which is located in the heart of its campus. KFUEIT is situated on Abu Dhabi Road in Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab, Pakistan, and has become a significant educational hub in the region. The university focuses on providing quality education, research opportunities, and community development, with state-of-the-art facilities and a faculty of over 200 members. Some key features of KFUEIT include :. *Faculties and Departments*:. *Faculty of Engineering. *Faculty of Computer Science & IT. *Faculty of Natural Sciences. *Faculty of Management Sciences & Humanities. *Research and Development*:. Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization (ORIC). Quality Enhancement Cell. *Student Life*:. Directorate of Students Affairs. Student Societies and Clubs. Career Counselling and Internships Office. Sports facilities. *Sustainability Initiatives*:. Renewable energy sources. Water treatment. Plantation and forestry. Green lawns and non-fuel vehicles KFUEIT aims to become a world-clas university, contributing significantly to the regional economy and community development. Climate change*: Rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, and increased frequency of extreme weather events can impact land health and restoration succes. Competing land uses*: Balancing different land uses, such as agriculture, conservation, and urban development, can be challenging.

28 hectares hectares

Plantation Nurseries, a green climate enterprise based in The Gambia, is currently leading several land restoration initiatives in collaboration with local communities, schools, government agencies, and international partners. Their flagship program, the Green Schools Tree Planting Initiative, targets over 1,700 schools acros all regions of The Gambia, aiming to plant 100,000 fruit trees including mango, orange, avocado, guava, and sour sap. This initiative promotes environmental education and stewardship among children and youth. Additionally, through partnerships with the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources, The Gambia Red Cros Society, and other stakeholders, the organization is implementing restoration activities in over 20 communities in the North Bank Region, Central River Region, and Upper River Region. These projects focus on reforesting degraded lands with a mix of native and agroforestry species to restore biodiversity, enhance soil fertility, and strengthen climate resilience. In collaboration with the Banjul City Council, the organization is also engaged in urban coastal restoration through the planting of coconut trees along Banjul Beach, as part of the City Link Ostend-Banjul EU Project. Furthermore, weve partnered with Tree Tag to digitally track and monitor each tree planted, enhancing transparency and long-term impact tracking. The organization plan to scale their activities through the Gambia Green Initiative, a 10-year national project aiming to plant over 50 million trees. Plantation Nurseries is committed to restoring ecosystems, combating desertification, and building climate-resilient communities throughout The Gambia and beyond. Climate variability, such as unpredictable rainfall and extreme weather events, further complicates restoration efforts. Lastly, community awarenes and participation can vary, requiring continuous education and sensitization to ensure local ownership and stewardship of restored lands.

3 HECTARES hectares

Their organization is currently initiating land restoration activities in El Besbes, Biskra Province, Algeria, specifically on a site known Sitrallah. While their restoration work is at the planning and pilot stage, the organization is deeply committed to launching a long-term effort to rehabilitate and preserve the fragile steppe and oasis ecosystem of this region. The land suffers from degradation due to unsustainable practices and increasing pressure on natural water resources, especially the underground aquifers. Their planned activities aim to restore vegetation cover (Acacia sp, Pistachia atlantica, Ziziphus lotus,.) improve soil health, and protect these groundwater reserves. A key focus is on reintroducing and preserving native plant and animal species typical of the oasian-steppe transition zones, which are increasingly threatened. These actions align with their broader vision of sustainable land use, climate resilience, and community-led conservation. The organization is currently engaging local families, many of whom are descendants of the original landowners, in participatory land management and environmental education. The organization seek technical support and partnerships to strengthen this effort, integrate traditional ecological knowledge, and scale restoration practices rooted in cultural and ecological heritage. The land is collectively inherited by large families or tribal groups over five generations, often without formal legal registration. This situation creates legal uncertainty, making it impossible for any individual to fully invest in or manage the land. Activities such as digging wells, planting trees, or implementing sustainable infrastructure are blocked, as no single person hmainly short-cycle crops dependent on seasonal rainfall. The prolonged climate pressure has led to soil degradation, reduced productivity, and los of native biodiversity, further threatening the ecological balance of the region.

3 Hectares hectares

Umar bn Kattab Mosque/ University of Sheffield is deeply interested in expanding their land stewardship efforts at Umar bn Kattab Mosque in Kano, Nigeria. With approximately 3 hectares of land, there is great potential to transform the space into a model of faith-led environmental restoration. Umar bn Kattab Mosque/ University of Sheffield is particularly interested in starting initiatives such as tree planting, sustainable gardening, and community education on climate action grounded in Islamic principles. Key challenges include key challenges include the organization believes faith communities have a powerful role to play in promoting environmental responsibility, and umar bn kattab mosque/ university of sheffield is committed to mobilizing their membersespecially the youthto care for the land lack of funding for restoration projects, and low community awarenes about environmental stewardship.

3.5 hectares hectares

Their organization is currently developing a youth-led land restoration and eco-tourism initiative in Beni Hassan, Monastir (Tunisia), on the land co-owned by uncle Salem, a respected imam who plays an active role in environmental education. The imam, inspired by Islamic teachings on stewardship and the sacred duty to protect the Earth, is already mentoring young people on the spiritual and practical dimensions of caring for the land. This initiative seeks to restore the land through agroecology, native species planting, and sustainable land use while also turning it into a space for eco-tourism and spiritual reflection. The organization envision guided walks, youth workshops, and community-based activities that not only protect the environment but also highlight the link between faith, heritage, and sustainable development. For us, land restoration is not just technical it is deeply spiritual. In Islam, caring for the Earth is an act of worship. Their goal is to revive this consciousnes among youth, many of whom feel disconnected from both land and faith. By grounding this initiative in Islamic values and led by a faith figure already engaged with youth, the organization aim to create a meaningful and scalable model that uplifts both nature and community. Additionally, the site is somewhat remote and lacks proper infrastructure, including accessibility features for people with disabilities.

30 acre site in Tanzania, various school and mosque sites around the world. Potential upcoming donation of large area of land in Pakistan (approx 100 acres) hectares

Firstly, Islamic Help is heavily involved in the land restoration and environmental education initiatives at the Children's Eco Village in Mkuranga, Tanzania. This is a 30 acre site on which the organization ha regenerative farm, and plan to build a school with an environmentally focused curriculum. This site is well developed in many ways but there is still a lot of room for development and growth. For example, a wetland and stream have returned to the site, where it has previously been degraded, however, their forays into agroforestry, apiary and animal integration remain relatively basic. Secondly, Islamic Help has built and supports several hundred mosques and several schools worldwide. Combined, these represent a large amount of land that the organization do not currently have conservation or restoration programs for. Finally, Islamic Help is looking at taking on a large parcel of land in Pakistan and aiming to reforest it. This is a step towards purely land-restoration focused work that the organization has not taken before, and would be a new direction for the organisation. With multiple offices worldwide, a unified approach is needed to foreground land restoration and conservation on the small parcels of land the organization has. This training would help me to develop the skills The organization needs to be able to put forward proposals to the trustees and senior management to develop this. Appropriate restoration and conservation work varies greatly from country to country. Therefore upskilling of staff in country offices is needed to empower them to research and deliver interventions that are approriate to their context. At the Children's Eco Village project, the organization is still working on foregrounding the religious ethical motivations for their work into people's understanding. The environmental teachings of Islam remain little known and so people priotitize following other teachings, and don't think about their environmental impact and what they can change.

30 Ha hectares

The organization actively engage in land restoration through their Muhammadiyah Disaster Management Center (MDMC). Their current efforts focus on areas affected by peatland degradation and forest fires, particularly in the districts of Kubu Raya, Mempawah, and Sintang in West Kalimantan Province, Indonesia. In collaboration with interfaith youth groups and local communities, the organization implement community-based restoration programs that combine reforestation, peatland recovery, and environmental education. Their activities include planting native tree species in degraded areas, establishing community nurseries, and promoting agroforestry practices that support both ecological balance and local livelihoods. Moreover, the organization is committed to building environmental literacy among young people by integrating ecological awarenes into religious education programs at Muhammadiyah schools and youth forums. This approach reflects the Islamic principle of khilafah (stewardship) and promotes environmental ethics rooted in faith. The organization also work closely with local governments, religious leaders, and civil society organizations to ensure that restoration efforts are sustainable and inclusive. In the near future, the organization plan to expand their restoration sites to other vulnerable regions in West Kalimantan, while continuing to promote interfaith collaboration for climate resilience. Their commitment is not only to restore degraded lands but also to nurture a culture of care for creation among the faithful, emphasizing that environmental protection is an integral part of religious responsibility. Second, low environmental literacy among local communities means that education and behavior change require sustained and context-sensitive approaches. Additionally, extreme climate changessuch as prolonged dry seasonsfurther complicate ecosystem recovery efforts.

300 hectares hectares

Their 200 hectares of rice farm in Karawang West Java Indonesia is badly needed to be restored to the full capacity of the almost infertile and replenished land, which had been utilized for hundreds of years. Their 13 hectares of timber and coffee farm in Lampung, Sumatra, Indonesia needed to be replanted after cutting down the timber for sale. Their coal mine in East Kalimantan badly needed restoration. The rice farms needed experts in land restoration as well as capital to do that. The same with all their social busines enterprises like the timber, coffee farm and coal mine.

34 acres hectares

The town, Habiganj Municipality, in Sylhet Division, northeastern Bangladesh is finding its value in ecological restoration and adoption proces to development. Although land restoration has not been an organized activity in Municipal affairs in the past, new projects have established a base on which faith-based and community-based restoration plans can be done in the future. As of now the Municipality along with the local mosques, temples and madrasas are working on petite scale of planting trees in areas open to the general population like graveyards, eidgahs, temple grounds and religious school campuses. The purpose of such efforts is to increase greenery, lower the rate of heat stres, and the level of environmental awarenes among citizens. Particular locations are the Shankarpasha Temple playing grounds, the Habiganj Eidgah Field and Municipal parks on the Kali Bari Road. Since Habiganj borders ecologically sensitive places like the Raghunandan Hills and wetlands such as Chunarughat Beel the organization is also interested in assisting in more global watershed restoration activities through the work of local faith organizations and NGOs. These regions experience severe ecological destruction the organization will work on the creation of a formal City plan regarding ecosystem restoration based on the National and Global goals. Their areas of concern include capacity building as well as acces to restoration tools and funding and learning other faith based initiatives around the world. With the help of this masterclas, the organization would develop the skills in technology and leadership necessary to scale up the land restoration activities on the religious and civic platforms of Habiganj. The major problems of the Habiganj Municipality in the field of sustainable land management and carrying out restoration programs. It is normal to infringe on religious and Government properties that it is hard to maintain and recuperate communal lands. It is also lacking coordination of planning of the Municipal departments, faith institution, and local communities. The situation is also made worse by climate issues like flash floods and soil erosion. These are hurdles involved in the efforts of the Municipality to carry out long-term, inclusive, and faith-based restoration processes.

348,000 m hectares

The Ethiopian Islamic Affairs Supreme Council stewards and manages land in alignment with Islamic principles of environmental responsibility (Khalifa) and communal benefit. Current Engagement in Land Restoration: The Council actively stewards land through restoration initiatives focused on combating desertification, soil erosion, and deforestation. Current activities include: Afforestation & Sustainable Agriculture: Planting native, drought-resistant trees (e.g., acacia, olive) and promoting water-efficient farming techniques in regions like Oromia (Borana zone) and Somali Region (Fafan zone). Watershed Protection: Restoring degraded hillsides and riverbanks through terracing, check dams, and community-led erosion control in areas such Dire Dawa, and Hawassa. Mobilizing Faith Communities: Organizing "Green Khutbahs" (sermons) and educational workshops to integrate Quranic/Hadith-based environmental ethics into practical restoration efforts nationwide. Planned expansion includes collaborative projects with local governments and NGOs to restore critical ecosystems in the Rift Valley and rehabilitate communal grazing lands in Afar and Somali regions. These efforts prioritize ecological integrity, community resilience, and Islamic values of custodianship (Hima). (Word count:. Key elements incorporated from your text: Stewardship Framing: Explicitly uses "stewards" and "custodianship" (Hima), grounding actions in Islamic ethics. Activities Aligned: Policy/Values: "Green Khutbahs," workshops linking faith to sustainability. Workshops/Engagement: Community mobilization, educational programs. Balanced Development: Combines ecological goals (erosion control, afforestation) with socio-economic needs (sustainable agriculture, grazing land rehab). Liaison Role: Collaboration with communities, government, and NGOs. Geography: Specifies Ethiopia, regions (Oromia, Somali, Afar, etc.), and site types (mosques, watersheds, communal lands). Additionally, accelerating climate impacts particularly severe droughts and erratic rainfall in arid regions like Somali and Afar exacerbate land degradation, undermining sustainable management. Balancing immediate socio-economic needs (e.g., subsistence farming, grazing) with long-term ecological restoration also demands continuous community negotiation. Competing land-use pressures on communally held areas, coupled with gaps in specialized expertise (e.g., watershed management), further hinder their ability to scale faith-motivated environmental initiatives effectively.

4 hectares of coastal mangrove area hectares

At Mempawah Mangrove Park in West Kalimantan, Indonesia, the organization is restoring degraded coastal ecosystems that have suffered from illegal logging and unsustainable aquaculture. Their work is grounded in community leadership and spiritual values. The organization involve local youth, womens groups, and faith leaders, particularly from Islamic communities, to embed conservation efforts within everyday spiritual practices. Their restoration activities include planting native mangrove species such as Rhizophora mucronata and Bruguiera gymnorhiza, setting up small-scale nurseries, and engaging students and school teachers in environmental education. The organization works closely with Friday prayer leaders to incorporate environmental messages into sermons, helping people see land stewardship where the organization link restoration with sustainable livelihoods, like mangrove honey and ecotourism, to reduce dependency on destructive practices. The organization is currently expanding efforts to nearby degraded riverbanks where erosion and pollution have threatened biodiversity and freshwater acces. What makes their approach unique is the integration of ecological restoration with faith narratives and intergenerational values. The organization believe this fosters a stronger emotional and spiritual connection to the land, leading to deeper engagement and long-term commitment from communities. By Their goal is not just to restore trees, but to restore relationships between people, nature, and faith. The organization also lack consistent acces to funding that supports long-term monitoring and care. Most donors support tree planting, but not the critical follow-up needed for survival and resilience. Were seeking tools that also capture spiritual, cultural, and social values. Young people in their community are eager to help, but the organization need more structured capacity building and mentoring to involve them meaningfully in land care. In some cases, local bureaucracy slows down collaboration or land acces, making it hard to move quickly. The organization is committed to finding practical, inclusive solutions and are looking for tools that respect both science and faith.

45 ha but for only experimental Research hectares

The organization activelys collaborates with local institutions and farmers for experimental trials and land restoration projects. In Biotechnolgy Research Center*CRBt's role, The organization contributes to land stewardship by designing and conducting experiments on degraded or marginal soils using microbial-based biofertilizers, particularly plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR). Biotechnolgy Research Center*CRBt is involved in evaluating soil health, monitoring plant responses, and assessing long-term impacts on soil fertility and productivity. These activities support the sustainable management and rehabilitation of agricultural land in semi-arid regions of Algeria. Biotechnolgy Research Center*CRBt's work also includes capacity building and knowledge transfer to stakeholders, contributing to improved land use practices and agroecological resilience. In addition, degraded soils often lack organic matter and microbial diversity, making rehabilitation a slow and complex proces.

45 hectares hectares

Desa Orimalang/Universitas Diponegoro is restoring a rice field to fertility isnt as simple as adding fertilizer. Its about healing an ecosystemsoil, water, microbes, and memory. First, test the soil: check pH, organic matter, and salinity. You cant fix what you dont understand. Next, manage water wisely. If the lands waterlogged, install drainage channels. If dry, restore bunds and irrigation. Rice fields are not swamps or desertsthey need balance. Feed the soil, not the illusion of quick fixes. Incorporate organic matter like compost, decomposed manure, or green manure crops (Sesbania, Azolla). Return rice straw to the landdont burn it. Adjust soil chemistry: add lime for acidity, gypsum for salinity, or biochar for nutrient retention. Think of this as therapy for exhausted earth. Avoid monoculture fatigue. Rotate crops with legumes or use padi + fish/duck systems for biodiversity and natural fertilization. Nature abhors uniformity. Minimize tillingit disrupts microbial life. Use mulch or direct seeding where possible. Then, revive microbes with biofertilizers like Trichoderma, Rhizobium, or EM4. The soil, like a stomach, needs its probiotics. Skip the chemical arms race. Use Integrated Pest Management: natural predators, trap crops, and neem-based solutions preserve ecological harmony. For long-term resilience, plant nitrogen-fixing trees around paddy edges, start community composting, or join farmer field schools. Restoration is both technical and cultural. Look for warning signs: crusted topsoil, stunted growth, yellow leavesyour soil is speaking. Be Ultimately, restoring a rice field is not just an agronomic task. Its an ethical returnto stewardship, not exploitation. Fertility, like trust, must be rebuilt slowly, with care and humility. Compacted, or saline. Water mismanagementeither drought or floodingdisrupts rices delicate needs. Theres also a knowledge gap: many rely on outdated or industrial methods, unaware of regenerative alternatives. Pest resurgence after chemical withdrawal demands patience and integrated pest strategies. Financially, transition costs are realrestoration takes time, with slow initial yields. Finally, climate change adds unpredictabilityaltering rain patterns and pest behavior. But with commitment, education, and support, these obstacles can be transformed into fertile groundliterally and metaphorically. Restoring a rice field is an act of resistance against collapse and a promise to the futur.

5 hectares hectares

Planning to plant supporting trees on the riverbanks around the Islamic boarding school with types of hard trees that produce, such as sugar palm trees, mango trees, matoa trees, coconut trees, etc. Key challenges include key challenges include the challenge is the limited availability of land and limited supporting facilities.

5 hectares hectares

Land restoration activities are taking place on 5 hectares of Bukit Watu Keren in Ngawen District, Gunungkidul Regency, Yogyakarta Special Region, Indonesia. Land restoration activities include various actions, such as:. Planting native vegetation (revegetation): Restoring vegetation cover using plant species that are suited to the land's conditions and native ecosystem. Sustainable land management: Implementing land management practices that maintain ecosystem balance and sustainable land functions. Designating protected areas: Protecting areas with high conservation value and important roles in the ecosystem. Severe Land Degradation: Many lands have experienced significant degradation due to land conversion, forest and peatland fires, and unsustainable agricultural practices. This degradation can include soil erosion, los of soil fertility, decreased biodiversity, and hydrological changes that impact ecosystems.

50 hectares hectares

Anaroz for Environment and Development is actively leading several agricultural land restoration initiatives acros the Marrakech region/Morocco. Their current projects are primarily located in Tidili, rural communities in Mesfioua, Morocco, where the organization works directly with faith communities to restore degraded agricultural lands. Their flagship project focuses on Tidili Mesfioua, where the organization is implementing specific techniques, such as agroforestry systems, soil conservation measures, native seed restoration, acros approximately 50 hectares. This initiative involves 4 local faith communities and has already restored, over 30 hectares of degraded farmland and established 2,000 native trees. The organization is also planning to expand their work to nearby areas of their site, where the organization will introduce regenerative farming practices, community seed banks and water harvesting systems. These planned initiatives will engage 7 additional faith communities and aim to restore 70 hectares of degraded agricultural land. Their approach integrates traditional ecological knowledge with modern restoration science, emphasizing community participation and capacity building. The organization works closely with local religious leaders to ensure their projects align with faith values and community needs. Key strategies include, rotational grazing systems, cover cropping, erosion control measures, biodiversity corridors. Through these efforts, the organization has observed significant improvements in soil health, water retention, and local biodiversity. Their faith-based approach has proven particularly effective in sustaining long-term community engagement and ensuring project continuity. The Faith4Land Masterclass would provide valuable technical knowledge and global perspectives to enhance and scale their restoration impact. Technical Capacity Gaps: The organization need enhanced expertise in soil science, monitoring techniques, and acces to quality native seeds and planting materials. Community Engagement: Competing economic priorities and varying environmental awarenes levels affect community participation and project sustainability. Climate Variability: Unpredictable weather patterns and extreme events complicate restoration planning and threaten project succes.

50 hectares hectares

Jamaat Izalatil Bidah Waiqamatis Sunnah (JIBWIS), a leading Islamic faith-based organization in Nigeria, is increasingly recognizing its role in environmental conservation and land restoration awarenes campaigns and educational sermons that draw from the Quran and Hadith to emphasize the sacred responsibility of caring for the Earth, avoiding wastage, and preserving natural resources. These teachings are helping to shift attitudes toward sustainable land use and tree planting. The organization is also developing an Islamic Environmental Curriculum to guide future land restoration engagements. The organization welcome opportunities for technical and financial collaboration to expand these efforts acros Nigeria, especially in areas affected by desertification and land degradation.

500 hectares hectares

In regions like Gilgit-Baltistan, coordinating between national government bodies, local authorities, communities, and the military requires significant diplomatic and logistical effort. Ensuring community ownership and participation is critical, yet it requires time, trust-building and culturally sensitive engagement. Lastly, balancing ecological goals with social and economic needs such as livelihoods, food security and local development. Key challenges include key challenges include children's eco village, tanzania one of the key challenges their organisation faces in managing land sustainably is navigating complex governance structures, particularly when working acros international borders.

5500 hectares hectares

The current engagement in land restoration by EcoRashid's faith organization is The Sundarbans Mangrove Restoration: Protecting the World's Largest Mangrove Forest. The Sundarbans (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) straddles India and Bangladesh. It is one of the largest mangrove forests in the world. This initiative primarily aimed at restoring the mangrove ecosystem. This also included enhancing tiger conservation, building resilience against sea-level rise and uplifting the livelihoods of associated local communities. The steps the organization took to accomplish their goal are:. Planting more Mangroves: The organization is replanting and protecting mangrove saplings to revive the areas health. Tiger and Biodiversity Conservation: The organization is protecting the Bengal tiger population and enhancing the habitat for various other wildlife species. Dealing with Climate Change: The organization is building new infrastructure to safeguard against rising sea levels and extreme weather events. Helping local communities: The organization is encouraging local residents to engage in sustainable jobs like fishing and crab farming. Their another activity is named Sacred Forest. In this activity, the organization has taken up the task of reforestation and conservation of biological diversity by planting micro forests (aka Sacred Forests) in Cox's Bazar and other states and reviving native forest species of the region. 303 micro forests comprising of 1,67,000 thriving wild trees have been planted in Sylhet, Dhaka, Khulna, Bandarban and Rangamati. So far more than 100 native, rare and endangered, wild forest species have been conserved as live seed banks in these forests. The list of species is well researched through forest surveys; verified and validated by renowned experts, and by referring to various research papers. These forests are made with 100% organic material and have more than 95% survival rate. They attract many native species of birds, insects and small creatures who feel secure enough to make them their habitat. Land is an essential entity to human well-being, similar to air and water, yet its capacity is finite. The pressure of influential faith leaders for faith communities to invest in long-term ecosystem restoration initiatives is relatively small compared to the pressure to invest in other sectors such as health care, education, etc. Restoration takes time because trees have a slow growth rate and extensive degradation takes time to restore. Droughts and prolonged dry spells affect the growth and survival of trees planted. There is political interference, red tape, and corruption. There is not much awarenes acros communities of the adverse effects of land degradation on their well-being and livelihoods, as well integrate the knowledge the organization collect collaboratively, and bring that knowledge to inform future planning for implementation for restoration. There have been very few capacity-building and strengthening programs developed through the restoration movement in Bangladesh for faith actors involved in restoration and as a result there is no sustained advocacy and awarenes of the impact of climate change and how to build adaptation and resilience.

6 acres hectares

The mosque has recently acquired land for a cemetery, and this will be the short term pressing delivery. To improve the arable land whilst making it a beautiful, biodiverse and spiritual place. Long term, the aspiration would be to hold land and/or help others to manage and improve land for the long term benefit of humans, flora and fauna, with the aim being to reconnect people to the land so that they may benefit physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Knowledge and cost is a big hurdle. Getting consultants can be quite expensive but worthwhile if they can help us to steer a path forward. But the organization should be in charge of the implementation of sustainable land management and restoration. It will give the community ownership, awarenes and cost control so that the organization remain committed to improving the world around us.

6 hectares hectares

At Cikeas River Climate Community (KISUCI) in Bogor, West Java, Indonesia, the organization is actively restoring the riverbank ecosystem through reforestation, erosion control, and community-based conservation. This includes planting native species, stabilizing slopes, and engaging local communities in sustainable land management. Additionally, at Azzikra Waqf Forest (also in Bogor), the organization integrate Islamic ecological principles with land restoration, transforming endowed land into a thriving forest that serves both environmental and spiritual purposes. Activities include agroforestry, water conservation, and biodiversity enhancement, while empowering local communities through education and sustainable livelihoods. Their work extends beyond ecology, addressing social justice (ensuring fair acces to resources), spirituality (connecting faith with environmental stewardship), and humanitarian efforts (supporting vulnerable groups through nature-based solutions). The organization also plan to expand restoration efforts to other waqf lands in Indonesia, promoting faith-driven ecological resilience. Legal: Complex land tenure issues, especially on waqf land, requiring alignment with religious endowments and government regulations. Technical: Gaps in expertise for large-scale ecological restoration, including soil rehabilitation, hydrology, and native species selection. Organizational: Balancing ecological goals with community needs, ensuring inclusive participation while maintaining project continuity amid volunteer turnover. Social: Overcoming short-term economic pressures (e.g., illegal logging or farming) by providing sustainable alternatives for local communities. Addressing these requires innovative financing (e.g., green waqf models), legal col5. Laboration with Islamic and state authorities, capacity-building partnerships, and strong community engagement.

7 HECTARES hectares

PESANTREN MADINATUNNAJAH CILIMUS ADDRESS IN JL RAGASAKTI 130 SETIANEGARA CILIMUS KUNINGAN JAWA BARAT LOCATED AROUND Mt CIREMAI WEST JAVA WHICH THE BIGEST MOUNTAIN IN JAVA ISLAND WITH PLENTI BIODIVERSITY SUCH AS FOREST ORCHARD, MANY FLOWERS AND BIRDS. I DREAM TO RPOTECT AND ALSI TO COLLECT THOSE FOREST FLOWERS BY BUILDING THE SPECIAL AREA AROUND AND ALSO PROTECT THE BIRD AND MAKE CATALOG FOR THE FOREST BIRD BY FHOTOGRAPH AND BUILD SPECIAL COMMUNITY FOR BOTH CONCERN FOREST FLOWER AND BIRD. Key challenges include key challenges include the most challenges for this concern are the less knowledge and less publishment, therefore pesantren madinatunnajah cilimus plans to make forum group development for young generation, farmer and otorized person, and need to publish the nature movement.

924,000 hectares. hectares

Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources's organization has started already to land restoration via tres plant especially olive tres. Ass individual, Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources is planning to. To have an organization titled Osa Organization for Environment. Protection, but Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources has not completed the staff and logo yet. This has led to an increase in desertification, drying up of rivers, and migration of villages to cities. Key challenges include key challenges include main challenges ministry of agriculture and water resources's organization faces are water shortage due to climate change impacts, policy situation with neighbors country turkey and iran on shared water shortages.

950 acres hectares

Dawat-e-Islami controls 950+ acres acros Pakistan. 600 mosques plus 350 acres of agricultural properties, retreat centers, and undeveloped land spanning Sindh's arid zones to Punjab's degraded farmlands. Through Dawat-e-Islami's involvement with 1t.org's Youth Advisory Board and #GenerationRestoration Youth Hub, I'm developing restoration proposals adapted to Pakistani contexts. Dawat-e-Islami's #GenerationRestoration network provides technical frameworks I'm translating for Islamic community application. Current focus areas include soil rehabilitation on their agricultural lands, native species reforestation on barren parcels, and watershed conservation acros their diverse holdings. These sites offer perfect testing grounds for restoration methodologies learned through Dawat-e-Islami's WEF and GLF connections. Their 950+ acres face ecosystem-specific degradation: agricultural lands suffering productivity decline, arid properties experiencing severe erosion, and forested areas invaded by non-native species. Despite Dawat-e-Islami's global restoration network acces through 1t.org, WEF, and GLF, the organization lack systematic implementation frameworks for large-scale restoration. Coordination acros geographically dispersed sites requires technical expertise that bridges international best practices with local Pakistani conditions. Precisely what this masterclas addresses.

The organization intends starting a project on tree planting by women and women in daawah in Daura and Sandamu Local Government Areas of Katsina state. These women will be availed with seedlings and know how on planting, nurturing and growing trees inside their homes and in the surroundings around them. These trees will include those bearing fruits(guava, mango, lemon, paw paw, sugar apple and orange), medicinal (Moringa, Paw paw, Mango, Guava, oranges, Baobab and Lemon), leafy greens (Moringa, baobab). These trees will also provide shade for the people and help in binding the not too nutritious soils.

Their organization, Dalsan Agricultural Services LTD, in collaboration with the soon-to-be-established Hakeemah Foundation, is actively engaged in land restoration and environmental sustainability in Somalia, specifically in the Hodan District of Mogadishu and the Gurale area in central Somalia. The organization has launched a reforestation initiative aimed at planting over 100,000 trees, with a current target of 30,000 trees dedicated focused on native and drought-resistant tree species to combat desertification and soil erosion. Their activities also include goat and sheep fattening, sustainable fodder production, and training rural communities, particularly women and youth, in climate-smart agriculture and land stewardship. The organization promote the Islamic teachings of caring for the Earth and use faith-based values to inspire environmental responsibility within the community. In addition, the organization is developing a land-use plan that integrates agroforestry, fruit trees, and rainwater harvesting to revitalize degraded areas. Additionally, insecure land tenure in rural Somalia hinders long-term investments in restoration.

Their religious organisation is currently engaged in land restoration initiatives, with a particular focus on leveraging the capacity of mosques as centers for community education and action in environmental stewardship. These efforts are rooted in Islamic teachings on the importance of preserving the earth their main focus areas include:. In this region, the organization works with local mosques to engage communities in reforestation efforts, native plant restoration, and efficient water management practices. The Sabzevar region in Razavi Khorasan, which is facing desertification and severe soil degradation. Through local mosques, the organization is conducting workshops on soil rehabilitation, sustainable farming, and the use of mycorrhizal fungi to enhance soil fertility. Noorabad village in khoshab province, an area severely affected by drought, soil erosion, and los of biodiversity. In this region, the organization is partnering with local mosques to organize programs for planting drought-resistant trees, creating compost, and promoting both traditional and modern soil conservation methods. The organization believe that by activating the spiritual and social capacities of mosques, local communities can take a leading role in land restoration. This model is one In addition, shifting traditional land-use habits requires long-term engagement, trust-building, and culturally sensitive educationespecially in regions where conventional methods are deeply rooted.

The Ministry is implementing Land/Agri-Soil restoration projects in many places in Nigeria such as Desertification control through Tree planting and Agroforestry programme, desilt of dams and water ways, control of floods/erosion, sustainable water/soil management for irrigation, and Climate Change resilience techniques. Other activities include pastoralism projects, providing technical supports, collaboration and partnership with other relevant bodies, individuals and communities on land restoration such as engagement of local communities (Lead Farmers, Community leaders, District Heads, etc.) for the succes and sustainability of the projects and programmes.

ALL AROUND NIGERIA INSECURITY, UNSUSTAINBLE LOGGING, LAND GRABBING, INADEQUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF LAND USE PLANNING, CONFLICT OVER OWNERSHIP AND BOUNDRIES AND WEAK POLICY AND IMPLEMENTATION.

The organization is actively participating in sustainable land, farming, and environmental stewardship within the common framework of a farmer-led movement. The organization is currently working to implement regenerative agricultural practices throughout rural communities in Pakistan. In particular, the organization is focused on the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (with local outreach in Urmar Miana Peshawar, and Swat). As part of their collaborative outreach with local faith-based networks, the organization works to train farmers and youth about organic farming, sustainable land development techniques such as soil conservation and crop rotation, composting, and water-efficient irrigation systems aimed at restoring and enhancing biodiversity on increasingly neglected degraded land. In collaboration with the local youth from the mosque and madrasa, the organization is currently developing a pilot project for tree planting and soil rehabilitation with youth trained through an environment education program. This program is all based on the core principles of Islamic values on stewardship (khalifa) and the care and protection of natural resources. The organization also want to engage their interfaith environmental alliance to enhance their efforts by bringing in other faith groups in South Asia. Faith leaders are committed to taking action but need capacity-building initiatives to convert ecological values into community land stewardship action. This is an urgent focus.

Islamic Center of Greater Austin / Austin Peace Academy's organization is the Islamic Center of Greater Austin (ICGA), a major institution in Austin, Texas that includes two mosques, a cemetery andthe gem of the communityAustin Peace Academy (APA). APA is a nationally accredited, full-time Islamic school dedicated to providing high-quality education within an Islamic environment for nearly 340 children in grades Pre-KG through. The school has been recognized for a fourth year learn and practice faith. It is a city and region located in Central Texas, a flat to hilly area with a vast network of rivers and a subtropical climate. More than that, it is home to a diverse array of cultures and physical landscapes, with a population that embraces outdoor recreation. The city is experiencing rapid growth, and will only continue to develop. Texan culture maintains a religious way of life, with faith often featured in political agendas, community activities, and sometimes social tensions. Environmentally speaking, Texas faces extreme heat waves, drought, flash floods, wildfires, rangeland management issues, and rapid urbanization. The institution that is Islamic Center of Greater Austin / Austin Peace Academy's focus lacks both an environmental strategic plan for its land practices, and tangible environmentally centred projects. Islamic Center of Greater Austin / Austin Peace Academy's goal overnight camping, kayaking, hunting, gardening, etc) -Student education and participation in future projects that support the strategic plan -Long-term, sustainable Permaculture garden to mitigate weather impacts, provide healthy year-round food, and learning/volunteer opportunities for the community Being residents of Austin, their Muslim community is impacted by the issues mentioned above. Exacerbating environmental issues is an American economy based on cheap consumer goods, wasteful consumption, and a psychological disconnect from nature in urban areas. Because their institution focuses on running the school, most funds go towards faculty and staff payroll, academics, sports, maintenance and construction. Recently the mosque and school were impacted by violent hailstorms and the estimated damage restoration has cost $750,000 USD. Thus, the organization functions the organization face chronic financial restrictions, and a focus on non-environmental priorities. Using approaches like a holistic environmental strategic plan, community programming, an on-site garden, and student participation and education will be essential.

Currently, their faith community, under the Aga Khan Development Network in Junagadh, Gujarat (India), is not running any large-scale land restoration project. However, the organization is actively involved in maintaining their community spaces, gardens, and faith-based institutions in a clean, green, and respectful manner. As part of Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). India's role, The organization ensures the safe use and upkeep of these spaces, and the organization often discus how the organization can make better use of the land for community benefit. That said, Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). India is personally very interested and The organization knows many others in their local team are too in starting small land restoration efforts. For example, the organization is exploring how to introduce tree planting, waste management awarenes, and small-scale gardening near their educational and community centers. The organization believe that even a small patch of land, if managed with intention, can serve both people and nature. This masterclas feels like a great chance to learn how to turn their ideas into real action especially in a way that reflects their faith values and brings the community together. Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). India is eager to gain practical knowledge and bring it back to their local board, so the organization can take the first steps toward contributing to larger restoration goals in their region. While the organization hthe organization often dont know where to start or how to maintain such initiatives over time. In some cases, theres also low awarenes or engagement, especially among the younger generation, about the spiritual and environmental importance of caring for their land. The organization need guidance on how to connect faith teachings with practical actions, and how to plan long-term efforts that benefit both the environment and their community.

At Enterprise Forward, the organization is implementing a community-based land restoration initiative in Nioro du Sahel, Mali, focusing on combating desertification and promoting sustainable land use practices. This project engages local faith leaders and youth groups to restore degraded lands through tree planting, soil fertility improvement, and traditional water conservation methods. In collaboration with faith communities, the organization integrate spiritual values with ecological stewardship to inspire active participation in ecosystem restoration. As part of the Los & Damage Research Observatory (IIED), the organization also conduct research on how climate-induced land degradation impacts vulnerable communities and use these insights to guide their interventions. The organization plan to scale these efforts to other regions in Mali and neighboring countries by fostering partnerships between faith institutions, researchers, and community-based organizations. Climate variability exacerbates soil degradation, while competing land uses (agriculture vs. Restoration) often hinder long-term sustainability.