Across Kenya’s coastal communities, thousands of coconut husks are discarded daily — piling up in dumpsites and open fields, creating waste instead of opportunity.
Through the Coconut Husk Recycling Campaign, the Afrikan Women Diversity Centre (AWDC) is transforming this overlooked resource into a sustainable pathway for women’s empowerment and environmental conservation.
The campaign trains and equips women in Mombasa and surrounding coastal regions to recycle coconut husks into marketable eco-products — from household items and handicrafts to biodegradable garden materials. By doing so, AWDC is turning what was once waste into livelihood, innovation, and environmental change.
This initiative is not just about recycling — it’s about redefining value, restoring dignity, and building sustainable women-led economies.
Our goal is to create a circular, women-driven model that links environmental sustainability with economic empowerment. Through this campaign, we aim to build capacity, create jobs, and reduce waste — one husk at a time.
