African youth engaged in environmental tree planting activity
Pan-African Climate Initiative

Empowering Women and Youth for Climate Action in Africa

Climate Queens International strengthens climate awareness and promotes environmental action through education, community engagement, and practical climate solutions.

About CQI

Building Climate Resilience Across Africa

Climate Queens International (CQI) is a Pan-African organization headquartered in Rwanda, dedicated to strengthening climate awareness and promoting environmental action across the continent.

We empower women and youth through climate advocacy, education programs, and green innovation initiatives, creating a network of climate champions who drive sustainable change in their communities.

5 Regions

100+ Youth

50+ Trees

2024Founded
54Target Countries
10K+Target Impact
RWHeadquarters
Our Approach

Core Pillars of Our Work

Our integrated approach combines advocacy, education, and innovation to create lasting climate impact across Africa.

Climate Advocacy
Amplifying African voices in global climate conversations and driving policy change at local, national, and continental levels.
  • Policy engagement
  • Community mobilization
  • Public awareness campaigns
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Climate Education
Equipping women and youth with knowledge and skills to understand, address, and adapt to climate challenges.
  • Training programs
  • Workshops & seminars
  • Educational resources
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Green Innovation
Supporting and scaling sustainable solutions that address climate challenges while creating economic opportunities.
  • Green entrepreneurship
  • Sustainable technologies
  • Innovation hubs
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Our Impact

Programs Driving Change

Our programs create tangible impact in communities across Africa, building climate resilience from the ground up.

Women and Youth Climate Action Initiative

A flagship program empowering young women to lead climate action in their communities through mentorship, resources, and networking.

100+Youth Engaged

Community Tree Planting

Grassroots reforestation efforts that combat deforestation, restore ecosystems, and engage communities in environmental stewardship.

50+Trees Planted

Training & Capacity Building

Comprehensive training programs equipping participants with knowledge and skills in climate science, advocacy, and green entrepreneurship.

20+Workshops Held

Climate Policy Engagement

Strategic engagement with policymakers to ensure youth and women's voices are heard in climate decision-making processes.

5Regions Active
100+

Youth Engaged

50+

Trees Planted

5

Regions Active

10+

Partner Organizations

Map of Africa showing CQI's regional network across five regions: North Africa (orange), West Africa (blue), Central Africa (red), East Africa (green), and Southern Africa (pink)
East AfricaHeadquarters Region
West Africa
North Africa
Central Africa
Southern Africa
HQ Region (East Africa)
Active Region
Our Reach

Pan-African Network

Our network spans across all five regions of Africa, with regional representatives driving local impact and connecting communities to our continental mission.

East Africa

Active

Rwanda (HQ), Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Djibouti, Somalia

West Africa

Active

Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Guinea, Benin, Togo, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, Mauritania

North Africa

Active

Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Libya, Sudan

Central Africa

Active

Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Gabon, Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, Chad, Equatorial Guinea, São Tomé and Príncipe

Southern Africa

Active

South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana, Namibia, Mozambique, Angola, Malawi, Lesotho, Eswatini, Madagascar, Mauritius, Comoros, Seychelles

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Partner With Us

We invite NGOs, universities, institutions, and organizations to join our mission of building a climate-resilient Africa through strategic partnerships.

NGOs & Civil Society

Join forces to amplify climate action across communities

Universities & Research

Collaborate on climate education and research initiatives

International Organizations

Partner for pan-African climate programs and funding

Corporate Partners

Support green innovation and sustainable development

Ready to Make an Impact Together?

Whether you're an organization looking to support climate action, a university interested in research collaboration, or a donor wanting to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Us in Building a Climate-Resilient Africa

Together, we can empower the next generation of climate leaders and create sustainable solutions for Africa's future.