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Association Mar Giri SEBI

Based in Wagungu Chiefdom, Mahagi Territory (Ituri) - Democratic Republic of Congo

Association Mar Giri de Pajen Sebi is a community initiative from Wagungu Chiefdom in Mahagi Territory in Ituri Province. The association promotes sustainable livelihoods, agroecology and climate smart agriculture among rural households facing rapid environmental degradation. Through cooperative work and mutual support networks, they encourage families to adopt agroforestry, plant native trees, restore soils and diversifying farm production.

Association Mar Giri SEBI

They also strengthen village savings and loan associations which help women and youth improve their incomes, reduce poverty and invest in ecological farming. Their work reflects the spirit of communities that build resilience through cooperation, environmental stewardship and inclusive economic empowerment.