Tena Kebena

& Ginfle Cleaned Association

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Achievements

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Major achievements gained so far include:-

  • Champions of the Earth award 2009 (awarded by UNEP in Paris)
    For pictures click here. UNEP article can be located here.
  • Green award winner at national and regional level in 2006 and 2009.
  • Established Green Youth Centre
  • Structured English lessons and tutoring for all members, taught by Brittish VSO volunteers, tests passed and certificates received.
  • Many trees planted in different parts of Ethiopia to protect the environment.
  • Green house built to cultivate natural flowers and vegetables, and then sold at a reasonable price to local villagers to create income generation.
  • Produce natural pesticides and fertilizers and demonstrate to society while education local community.
  • Advocated the benefits of the silk-worm if used as income generating mechanism.
  • Prepare and promote the use of medicinal plants especially the Artemisia plant.
  • Provided care, support and monthly handouts to those living with HIV/AIDS and orphans.
  • Training, counseling, Gender discussions, coffee ceremonies, cultural singing and dancing and sports classes for the local community with a special focus on the youth.