The forests of Ethiopia are not only biodiversity reserves—ecosystem or nature based solution for climate change-they are also spiritual spaces/ paces mediation , deeply woven into our worship, rituals, and memory. Among them, the Sacred Forests surrounding churches, Mesjids, Cemeteries and monasteries stand out as living expressions of our covenant with the Creator.
Message from EOTC DICAC, EECMY DASSC and EMRDAAs faith leaders, we believe that caring for creation is an act of worship and religious duty. Banning single-use plastics is not just environmental it is spiritual, ethical, and urgent. We stand together to raise a united voice for environmental justice and climate adaptation.
RISE Project Launching Ceremony Jinka Town, Southern Ethiopia
Mela’eke Selam Lealem, a dedicated priest deeply invested in the well-being of his community, resides In the Awi Zone, Banja Woreda, Bassa Kebele.