At our reforestation sites, we’re using organic fertilizer collected in collaboration with local villages. Communities are compensated for their efforts in gathering manure, which we then apply directly in the half-moons during seeding.

During the dry season, Hommes et Terre's team goes into the field, alongside the community representatives, to measure the results of the seedlings.

Collection of local seeds (adapted to the environment) in collaboration with the communities.

A diversity of tree and herbaceous species are selected after discussion with the communities.

Workshops, storytelling, and training on the project’s operations.

After the rain season, Hommes et Terre's team goes into the field, alongside the community representatives, to measure the results of the seedlings.

Collection of local seeds (adapted to the environment) in collaboration with the communities.

Exchanges with communities and local stakeholders surrounding the lands in question.

Right before the rainy season, all partner communities are trained in the correct practices of sowing and planting the different tree species.

Collection of local seeds (adapted to the environment) in collaboration with the communities.

Demi-Lunes! Micro-bassins are created on the compacted, degraded soils, to maximize water infiltration and assure the survival of the soon-to-be planted trees and grasses.

Exchanges with communities and local stakeholders surrounding the lands in question.

First explorations of the sites with degraded/desertified land in question. Discussions on land usage, land ownership, causes of degradation and potential for restoration interventions.