Demand Urgent Action to Stop Desertification and Deforestation in Mali and Protect the Sahel

Mali and the wider Sahel region are facing an escalating environmental crisis. Desertification, deforestation, land degradation, irregular rainfall and climate change are threatening ecosystems, livelihoods, food security and the future of millions of people.

Every year, communities face increasing pressure on their natural resources. Farmers, women, young people and vulnerable households are among those most affected.

Yet, local communities and young environmental leaders are not receiving enough support to address these challenges.

We cannot afford to wait until the damage becomes irreversible.

We call on the Government of Mali, international organisations, environmental institutions and development partners to:

1. Strengthen efforts to combat desertification, deforestation and land degradation.
2. Invest in large-scale community-led reforestation and ecosystem restoration.
3. Support youth-led environmental organisations and grassroots initiatives.
4. Expand environmental education in schools and local communities.
5. Improve access to sustainable water management and climate-resilient agriculture.
6. Provide financial and technical resources to vulnerable communities affected by climate change.

As young people committed to protecting our environment, we believe that meaningful change must begin with local communities and include the voices of those most affected.

Mali has only one environment. The Sahel has a future worth protecting.

Sign this petition and stand with the people of Mali and the Sahel. Together, we can protect our land, restore our ecosystems and build a more sustainable future for generations to come.