Bridge That Gap Initiative

Forests are not just trees They are rainfall. They are livelihoods. They are climate infrastructure. Protecting them is not just and environmental issue but requires strong governance systems, clear policies, and investment-ready frameworks. 1/2

🌳 Forests sustain more than nature—they sustain economies. Today, we mark the International Day of Forests with a flag-off of a tree planting exercise under the Women Empowerment and Climate Resilience Initiative (WECRI), an initiative of the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE) Programme. Through this intervention, @PACE_Nigeria will be planting 6,000 trees across Chikun, Zaria, and Zango Kataf LGAs of Kaduna State, strengthening community resilience and restoring our environment. The 2026 theme, “Forests and Economies,” reminds us that forests are not just environmental assets, they are economic lifelines. Beyond contributing to national growth through timber, food, and trade, forests play a vital role at the grassroots; supporting farming, protecting water sources, and sustaining livelihoods for families and communities. Again, we are reminded that tree planting is more than climate action, it is an investment in sustainable livelihoods, resilient communities, and a thriving future. @PACE_Nigeria @DAIGlobal @UKinNigeria #WomenforClimateResilience #WomenforClimateAction #EconomicGrowthforWomen #ImprovingResilienceforWomen

🌙✨ Eid Mubarak from Bridge That Gap Initiative! As we celebrate Eid al-Fitr, we extend our warmest wishes to our communities, partners, and supporters. May this season of reflection and gratitude bring peace, hope, and strength to continue building resilient, inclusive, and sustainable communities together.💫 #EidMubarak #BridgeThatGap #Eid2026

🌍 Inclusive climate action is stronger climate action. Real, lasting impact happens when men, women, and youth all have a seat at the table. When everyone is involved, solutions are more effective, more sustainable, and truly community-driven. Let’s build climate solutions that leave no one behind. #WomenforClimateResilience #WomenforClimateAction #EconomicGrowthforWomen #ImprovingResilienceforWomen

🏡🌱From Risk to Resilience-Change is Happening in Zango Kataf. On Monday, the @bridge_thatgap Team under the @PACE_Nigeria Programme, of the Women Empowerment and Climate Resilience Initiative (WECRI) continued the distribution of energy-efficient cookstoves in Zango Kataf LGA, Kaduna State. For women in the rural communities of Zango Kataf, this is more than support, it’s a shift away from the daily dangers of searching for firewood. Less exposure to insecurity. More safety. More dignity. With these cookstoves, women can now cook in cleaner, safer spaces, reduce pressure on forests, and take real steps toward sustainable living.🎋 As a representative of the Agwam Bajju said: “This is real climate-action in ACTION." @DAIGlobal @UKinNigeria #WomenforClimateResilience #WomenforClimateAction #EconomicGrowthforWomen #ImprovingResilienceforWomen

🏡 Commemorating International Women's Day with Clean Cooking Options for Women On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, we flagged off the distribution of energy-efficient cookstoves to women from vulnerable and climate-affected communities in Chikun LGA, Kaduna State. This intervention is part of the Women Empowerment and Climate Resilience Initiative (WECRI) implemented by Bridge That Gap Initiative as a consortium partner under the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE) Programme. Through the @PACE_Nigeria Programme, 83 women in Chikun are now gaining relief from the daily burden of searching for firewood and the health and environmental risks associated with traditional cooking methods. With these improved cookstoves, women will have healthier kitchens, reduced pressure on forests, and more time to focus on productive and income-generating activities. The Member representing Chikun Constituency in the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Hon. Jesse David, who was at the event described the initiative as timely and beneficial for women; noting that cleaner cooking technologies can help reduce reliance on expensive gas and address environmental challenges linked to firewood consumption. A representative from the Kaduna State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development also highlighted the importance of the intervention in supporting household welfare and small income-generating activities for women. 🌱Climate resilience begins with healthier families, and stronger livelihoods. @kdMoEnvironment @DAIGlobal @UKinNigeria #WomenforClimateResilience #WomenforClimateAction #EconomicGrowthforWomen #ImprovingResilienceforWomen

Six years into a massive tree-planting blitz, African communities are seeing real change. Restoring nearly 950 hectares of land has brought back wildlife, improved rainfall and boosted local incomes. This is #GenerationRestoration in action: ow.ly/oth150YsMbc

🌱 Across communities, women are at the heart of climate solutions. Their strength as organizers, nurturers, and mobilizers helps identify and drive solutions before crises escalate. When women lead, communities thrive. @kdMoEnvironment @PACE_Nigeria @DAIGlobal @UKinNigeria #WomenforClimateResilience #WomenforClimateAction #EconomicGrowthforWomen #ImprovingResilienceforWomen #IWD #GIVETOGAIN

💥We are profoundly proud of our ED who keeps championing safer and more resilient communities for all.

Today, on International Women’s Day, @bridge_thatgap celebrates the strength, resilience, and leadership of women everywhere. We honor the women who continue to break barriers, build peace, and create opportunities for others. And say a big thank you to all the men holding our hands strong through it all. Together, let us keep bridging the gaps that limit equality and stand committed to a future where every woman and girl can thrive. Happy International Women’s Day! 💜 #IWD #BridgeThatGap #AccelerateEquality

BTG Set to Distribute Energy-Efficient Cookstoves to Women in Kaduna Communities to Mark International Women’s Day newswebexpress.com/btg-set-to-dis…

For years, many Nigerian households believed that food cooked with firewood tastes better. But the truth is that firewood cooking exposes families, especially women and children to harmful smoke and contributes to deforestation and environmental damage. 🌳🔥 Clean and energy-efficient cookstoves can prepare the same meals just as well without the smoke, health risks, or pressure on our forests. By switching to cleaner cooking methods, families can protect their health, save fuel costs, and support a healthier environment. 🌍💚 Let’s choose cleaner cooking for healthier homes and a safer climate. @kdMoEnvironment @PACE_Nigeria @DAIGlobal @UKinNigeria #WomenforClimateResilience #WomenforClimateAction #EconomicGrowthforWomen #ImprovingResilienceforWomen

Climate shocks are deepening vulnerability, but strong social protection systems can make the difference. Our latest X Space "Social Protection in Action: Protecting the Most Vulnerable" unpacked how social protection systems can better protect vulnerable households. 1/2

🏡Climate action is not just a global conversation—it is a personal investment in our everyday lives. ✨ Every step we take toward building climate resilience helps create communities that are safer, more stable, and better prepared for the future.🌱 From protecting our environment to promoting sustainable practices, these actions reduce risks, lower costs, and improve overall well-being for individuals and families alike. 📌When we act for the climate, we act for ourselves. Cleaner environments mean healthier living, 🌿 stronger systems mean fewer disruptions, and informed communities mean smarter decisions. 👣By taking small, consistent actions today, we are shaping a future that is not only sustainable but also easier, more affordable, and secure for everyone. @PACE_Nigeria @DAIGlobal @UKinNigeria #WomenforClimateResilience #WomenforClimateAction #EconomicGrowthforWomen #ImprovingResilienceforWomen

🌍We stand for conservation, climate action, and a sustainable future. 🌱 Protecting species like the pangolin goes beyond wildlife, it’s about safeguarding biodiversity, strengthening ecosystems, and building climate resilience for our communities. When we protect nature, we secure our collective future. @bridge_thatgap Executive Director, @GBulus proudly joins the movement as a Pangolin Protector with the Nigerian Conservation Foundation @ncfnigeria 💚-championing efforts to ensure pangolins don’t just survive, but truly thrive. 🐾✨ #PangolinProtector #ChooseConservation #ProtectWildlife #NCFNigeria #EndWildlifeTrafficking

Climate shocks often hit the poorest first and hardest. Join us tomorrow for "Social Protection in Action: Protecting the Most Vulnerable" as we spotlight real social protection models in practice and discuss how social protection systems can respond better. 1/2