Faith Wangui Esika

Hello! My name is Faith Esika from Kenya, and I am an alumna of the 23rd International Students Summit, CIEP 2024, and the Tenkai Online Course.

Participating in these programs was a transformative learning experience. I gained insight into global approaches to food, environmental, and agricultural challenges, strengthened my research and presentation skills, and forged lasting networks with peers from around the world. Most importantly, I came to appreciate the power of thinking globally and acting locally.

Today, I am dedicated to eco-education within my community. I am beginning with initiatives like helping primary level schools grow their own food using sustainable farming practices, empowering teenage mothers to explore black soldier fly farming, and raising public awareness about the role of nature-based solutions in addressing climate and environmental challenges. In the coming years, I aim to build this into a movement where communities, youth, children, and policymakers collaborate to create resilient communities and a more sustainable, livable planet!