Reliable Refugee Storytellers Association organized an eco-friendly nature walk and a series of clean up drives in Bidibidi Refugee Settlement zone 1, Yumbe District, Uganda. Community members, youth volunteers, and local leaders joined the activities to remove litter, clear footpaths, and restore shared spaces used daily by residents.

photo taken during  eco-friendly nature walk activity in zone 1 bidibidi refugee settlement

The nature walk combined short guided segments with practical demonstrations on waste reduction and safe disposal. Participants collected plastic, paper, and other refuse from community corners and public pathways. Teams also cleared drainage channels and swept common areas to reduce hazards and improve access for children, the elderly, and people with disabilities.

Photo taken during clean up drive in bidibidi zone 1

These actions were practical and simple. They show how regular, local effort keeps our environment clean and cuts the risk of disease and even soil infertility. Youths practiced sorting waste at collection points. While local leaders pledged to support follow up clean ups and also encouraged the clean up drive to continue then possibly find lasting solutions to littering the environment.

The immediate result was visible. Streets and footpaths looked cleaner and safer. The work improved  litter that could harm children and livestock. Equally important, the activities reinforced community responsibility and showed that small, coordinated steps produce lasting benefits.
RRSA thanks every Youth, and community actor who took part. Your time and care made the difference. We invite local residents and organizations to join future activities. If you want to volunteer, host a small clean-up in your zone, or learn more about our environmental work, contact us through our website at reliablereufgeesa.org.

Together we can keep Bidibidi clean, safe, and healthy.