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Forward7 Field Trips in Republic of Kenya

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About the Project

Through its field trip in the Republic of Kenya, Forward7 worked to support access to clean cooking solutions alongside 9 volunteer students from King Saud University and representatives from GASCO.
 The trip aimed to raise awareness of clean cooking solutions and collect data directly from Kenyan communities.

Let’s Move Forward

In November 2024, the Forward7 team, together with students from King Saud University, conducted field visits to several Kenyan villages, schools, and local shops.

Goals

Collect Data through surveys by engaging communities in discussions about clean cooking.

Raise Awareness of the negative impacts of traditional cooking methods and the benefits of clean cooking solutions.

Forward7 Field Trips in Republic of Kenya

Impact

Visited 517 households and collected cooking-related data from residents.

Delivered two awareness programs on the risks of traditional cooking in schools and shops.

Impact

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