Steve Misati is a Kenyan Marine Conservationist and Environmental Defender, founder of Youth Pawa, a Mombasa-based organization focused on nature restoration, ocean conservation, and youth empowerment. Their flagship Mangrove Eco-Restoration Project aims to restore 50+ hectares of degraded mangroves by 2030. Misati champions the Community-Based Ecological Mangrove Restoration (CBEMR) approach, empowering locals to revive mangroves sustainably while improving biodiversity and hydrology. Passionate about education, he raises awareness on mangrove and marine ecosystem preservation. His work underscores the power of community-led conservation and youth engagement in building a sustainable future. Misati proves that youth action can drive global environmental change.
Steve Misati
Director
Youth Pawa
DISCOVER MORE
Have you checked out ThinkLandscape? What about the Knowledge Hub? The GLF is much more than the sum of its events! Dive into the GLF community and discover what it means to #ThinkLandscape.