How GAN Began
From identifying a problem to building a movement of 3,000+ young people shaping Kenya's climate future.
In a country where climate change is real...
Over 75% of Kenya’s population is under the age of 35, and nearly 80% of the country is classified as ASAL (Arid and Semi-Arid Lands):Regions that are most vulnerable to climate shocks.
Yet, despite being the most affected by the impacts of climate change on a daily basis, these communities have often been excluded from the decisions that shape their future.
We saw: Ideas without access. Resilience without recognition. Policies written about youth, but rarely with them.
So we began with a simple belief:
Those most affected must have the power to be heard.
Greenspace Action & Network
was born as a movement
A growing community of 3,000+ young people across Kenya, unified by one mission:
Turn silence into influence.
Turn youth into leaders of change.
What Drives Everything We Do
Driven by Urgency
Climate change is disrupting lives today. There is no time to wait.
Driven by Equity
Those most affected deserve the strongest voice in the room.
Driven by Possibility
A single empowered young person can shift an entire community.
We don't train youth to attend meetings.
We prepare them to shape systems.
Youth Are Now at the Table
Policy Contributions
Youth participants have directly contributed to Kenya's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the UNFCCC.
5+ national policy processes
Recognized Stakeholders
Youth have shifted from symbolic inclusion to recognized policy stakeholders in national climate conversations.
Policy spaces now integrated
Lived Experience Matters
Climate policy now integrates lived community experiences from rural and ASAL areas, not just technical data.
Global + National platforms
Small Actions, Massive Transformation
From Narok County to beyond, we've seen how practical interventions transform lives and build resilience.
Food Security
Families gain reliable access to nutritious food year-round.
Economic Empowerment
Women generate income and step into leadership roles.
Climate Resilience
Communities become more resilient to climate shocks.
People begin to see themselves not as victims of climate change, but as part of the solution.
Measurable Impact
Systems Have Changed
From Symbols to Stakeholders
Youth have shifted from symbolic inclusion to recognized policy stakeholders in climate governance.
Lived Experience Integrated
Policy conversations now include real experiences from communities experiencing climate impacts.
Global Connections
Youth-policy linkages strengthened across national and global platforms (COP, Pre-COPs, UNEA).
Pipeline Emerging
A new generation of skilled youth leaders influencing climate governance and creating opportunities.
Doors Opening
Increased access to jobs, global forums, and leadership roles in climate and development sectors.
What Still Needs to Happen
Scale Challenge
Thousands of young people are ready to lead. Opportunities for meaningful engagement remain limited.
Sustaining Solutions
Community solutions exist but need sustained funding and technical support to reach full impact.
Maintaining Momentum
Policy spaces are opening, but inconsistently. The risk isn't lack of passion it's losing momentum.
Partners in Impact
We collaborate with government agencies, Development partners, NGOs , Academic Institutions, Private Sectors, and Community Organizations to amplify our impact and scale our solutions.
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ACTS
Everything we do is guided by four core principles that keep us grounded, collaborative, and impact-focused.
Learn More About UsWe own our actions and report transparently to communities and partners.
No one solves climate change alone. We partner deeply and widely.
We pursue structural, lasting change — not just short-term outputs.
Every program is designed with long-term ecological and social impact in mind.