Who we are

Generations Root Foundation

Founded in 2018, Generations Root Foundation is a registered Ugandan conservation non-profit dedicated to safeguarding wildlife outside protected areas and inspiring young people to love and protect nature.
We focus on empowering children and youth- especially in underserved rural communities- through environmental education, hands-on experiences, and skills that spark lifelong stewardship.
Generations Root Foundation is based in Uganda and all our activities are currently focused on this great African nation. We started our operations in the Eastern district of Buyende from where our activities are then to spread to the rest of the parts of the country

Our Vision

Resilient communities living in harmony with nature and committed to safeguarding biodiversity.

Our Mission

To nurture environmental stewardship through education, conservation action, and meaningful nature experiences.

Our Core Values

Education

We believe that knowledge empowers individuals and communities to act for the environment.

Community Engagement

We work hand in hand with communities, ensuring conservation benefits everyone.

Integrity

We uphold honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our actions.

Sustainability

We promote practices and solutions that preserve natural resources and ecosystems for the long term.

Innovation

We embrace creative approaches, from education to ecosystem restoration to solve environmental challenges

Youth Empowerment

We prioritise children and youth, equipping them with skills and experiences that inspire lifelong stewardship.

Our Story

In 2018, shortly after registration, the Foundation began work in Buyende District, focusing on the search for the endangered Shoebill Stork. During this time, Lake Nakuwa- one of Uganda’s 10 RAMSAR sites- had been overtaken by the invasive weed Salvinia molesta.
Working closely with NARO’s Invasive Species Coordination Unit, LDS Church, and community volunteers, we introduced a biological agent (weevils) that successfully eradicated the weed within one year.
Two years later, fish populations began to recover, and sightings of the Shoebill slowly returned—bringing hope to communities who depend on the lake. This successful intervention strengthened our commitment to conservation, youth engagement, and environmental restoration.

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