About Us
Inuka Youth Development Organization was established in 2022 and registered as nongovernmental organization registration number 21NGO/R/2977, dated 17th day March 2022. It is also registered with paying organs TIN 155-934-999. Mkata Township behind the TUICO factory is mandated to operate all over Handeni District in Tanga Region.
Frequently Asked Questions
For how long is the land protected and under what agreement?
Thanks to our staff team's hard work, we have developed deep and respectful relationships in all levels of community and government departments. We make concerted efforts to form and secure written agreements with a clause leading to forest Management committee.
How do you ensure the protection of your trees? How do you know your trees will not be cut down again?
We make every effort to ensure the forest we plant becomes permanent and sustainable. Towards this end, we have implemented the following steps:
We work carefully with all levels of the government to secure written agreements designating the restoration sites as protected in perpetuity.We do not plant in logging areas. There is never a 100% guarantee that some form of illegal harvest will not occur. However, we do everything within legal limits to ensure the restoration sites are guaranteed to stand in perpetuity.We hire local communities to plant the trees. In this way, we alleviate extreme poverty within the impacted community. The community members now have an economic incentive to ensure the well-being of the restoration project. They also have a sense of “ownership” over the trees and restored forest, and they protect it with great care.We plant agroforestry species (fruit, fodder, and construction species designed to provide food security and benefit legitimate human needs). Over time these trees become a source of sustainable income.We do all possible to supply the locals with alternative fuel sources (fuel-efficient dry wood stoves and solar parabolic stoves), which reduces and/or eliminates their dependence on charcoal.Most significantly, we have seen the locals fall in love with their forest. They also recognize and benefit from the restored forest through increased fisheries, improved farming, cleaner water, and the formation of microenterprises.
Are the trees planted on publicly or privately-owned land?
majority of our forest restoration projects occur on government-owned land under the local community's direct authority.
What kind of trees do you plant?
We plant a variety native tree species. We do not plant or introduce any invasive species at any of our project sites. We also plant a percentage of agroforestry species for sustainable community use. This prevents the community from going into newly restored forests and provides greater community benefit and involvement in the project
Where do you purchase the seeds and seedlings?
We collect most seeds from nearby remnant forests. If required to supplement the seeds we collect, we purchase seeds from local, trusted seed banks. We do not purchase seedlings; we grow our seedlings in our nurseries to ensure quality and germination rates.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
We are a ,Non-Profit Organization – Tax 155-934-999. Therefore, donations made to us can be deducted if it is accepted by your nation. We can provide a tax receipt for any donations made.
Inuka Youth Development Organisation
OUR MAIN FOCUS
The main focus of Inuka Youth Development Organization is to empower and support young people in their personal and professional development. They aim to provide opportunities and resourcesto help youth build their confidence, resilience, and leadership skills. Inuka Youth Development Organization offers various programs and activities that promote positive youth development, including mentorship programs, career guidance, entrepreneurship training, and life skills workshops. Inuka Youth Development Organization places a strong to raise awareness about the use of available local resources, Promote Entrepreneurship, Business Development and Management Skills, Enhance and promote Education on Environmental Conservation for the community.Inuka Youth Development Organization also engages in other areas of work. These may include promoting social entrepreneurship and innovation among young people, fostering community engagement and activism, and advocating for youth rights and inclusion. They collaborate with various stakeholders such as schools, government institutions, and community organizations to create effective and sustainable initiatives that benefit young individuals.Overall, Inuka Youth Development Organization aims to equip young people with the necessary skills, knowledge, and support systems to overcome challenges, fulfill their potential, and make positive contributions to society.