Like many women in her community, Vivian Chepkemoi struggled to grow enough food for her family. Prolonged droughts and dry conditions meant there was never much to show for her toil. But training on dryland farming techniques is proving transformational.

In the dry, rugged landscapes of northern Kenya the Pokot community faces deep-rooted challenges of gender inequality and environmental degradation. But Caroline Menach is leading a movement to change landscapes and lives.

Nestled in the scenic Kapenguria Forest of West Pokot, Kenya, a quiet transformation is unfolding.

“When disaster strikes, it’s the women and the children who suffer the most. By including women in the reforestation, they’ll take care of the trees because they’ve been taught about the dangers of deforestation.”