“Empewo Bwe Bulamu” Air is Life

The award will support the installation of 15 low-cost air quality monitors in Kampala, Uganda with the aim of building a cohort of air quality ambassadors in the country. The data generated will enable these ambassadors to advocate for specific clean air policies, including a more stringent PM2.5 standard. By working with local cultural institutions, media, and city authorities, the larger vision is to raise awareness about the dangers of poor air quality and empower the community with information to demand better policies that ensure a healthier and cleaner environment for all.

“We aim to create a healthier and cleaner environment for all, with a strong focus on supporting the most vulnerable populations in our communities. Empowering communities through access to PM2.5 data can help reduce immediate health risks associated with exposure to pollution. Additionally, we will hold leaders accountable to implement stringent PM2.5 policies that address the systemic root causes of air pollution, ultimately addressing the pollution burden that disproportionately affects these communities.”

Dorothy Lsoto, “Empewo Bwe Bulamu” Air is Life