TREE PLANTING
A tree planting session was held at the Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS) as part of the Environmental Soldier Programme to promote environmental awareness and sustainable practices. Participants from the Gender Focal Point Program Development course, supported by the Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining (GICHD), joined the event in solidarity and actively took part in the initiative.
The event was highlighted by an inspiring address from the Deputy Commandant HPSS Lieutenant Colonel Kaptuway, who encouraged the participants to take tree planting as a critical contribution to environmental protection. He emphasized the importance of such actions in building a resilient and sustainable future, urging the participants to carry the spirit of environmental stewardship beyond the training grounds.
The participants planted a variety of trees across the HPSS compound. The exercise served as a practical and symbolic gesture of commitment to environmental protection and sustainability. The participation of the attendees added a valuable dimension to the event, underscoring the interconnectedness of gender, peacebuilding, and environmental responsibility.
This session reinforced the core values of the Environmental Soldier Programme, promoting hands-on environmental action supported by strong leadership.
