Building sustainable communities through climate adaptation
ACCA is an African-led centre working at the intersection of climate science, community development and advocacy.
An African centre for adaptation and resilience
AFRICLIMATE Centre for Adaptation (ACCA) is a non-profit organization established to address climate change issues by promoting participatory community development through education, resource mobilization, technology, information and capacity development.
The Organization works with communities, government, partners and collaborators to enhance climate resilience so as to improve livelihoods while promoting sustainable development.
Our History
MEAP
Founded as Maendeleo Endelevu Action Program (MEAP), working with communities on participatory development.
ACCA
Evolved into AFRICLIMATE Centre for Adaptation (ACCA) to reflect a growing commitment to climate adaptation, sustainable development and resilient communities.
Today
ACCA continues to empower communities through partnership, capacity building and locally driven solutions.
Vision
A climate-resilient and sustainably developed Africa.
Mission
To foster participatory and inclusive community development by building capacities, mobilizing resources, and providing education and information that support sustainable, climate-resilient, and equitable social, cultural, economic, and governance outcomes.
What guides our work
Communities First
We believe lasting development is achieved when communities lead and own their development journey.
Sustainability
We promote solutions that balance social, economic and environmental well-being for present and future generations.
Partnership
We work collaboratively with governments, development partners, institutions and communities to achieve shared goals.
Empowerment
We strengthen knowledge, skills and opportunities that enable people to improve their livelihoods.
Inclusion
We ensure women, youth and vulnerable communities have equal opportunities to participate and benefit.
Integrity
We uphold accountability, transparency and responsible stewardship in all our work.
Innovation
We embrace knowledge, technology and continuous learning to address emerging development challenges.
Environmental Stewardship
We promote responsible management of natural resources to build resilient communities and healthy ecosystems.
What the Organization seeks to do
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Improve community livelihoods.
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Mobilize resources for sustainable development.
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Promote community participation.
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Strengthen community capacities.
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Support sustainable ecosystem management.
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Enhance entrepreneurship.
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Promote financial inclusion.
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Improve access to information and ICT.
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Develop strategic partnerships.
Where we work
Specific geographical areas of operation are determined by programmes approved by the Board. ACCA works with communities across Kenya and through partnerships across Africa.
Legal Status
AFRICLIMATE Centre for Adaptation is a registered organization with the Public Benefits Organization (PBO) Authority. ACCA is governed by its Constitution and managed in accordance with its established governance structures as well as the legal framework of the land.
Partner with us to build climate-resilient communities
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