On 11 June 2025, the WORM project will take part in the AidEx Conference in Nairobi (Kenya), an event dedicated to “Future-Proofing Humanitarian and Development Assistance”. This gathering will bring together over 500 aid and development professionals from East Africa and beyond, offering an exciting platform to exchange ideas, share experiences, and build partnerships.
As part of the conference programme, WORM will host a dedicated workshop on “Sustainable livelihoods for informal waste pickers and innovative business models”.
This interactive session aims to highlight the crucial role of informal waste pickers in local waste management systems and explore sustainable ways to improve their livelihoods through inclusive business models.
Date: 11 June 2025 | From 15:00 to 16:30 (EAT)
Venue: Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi
Agenda
- Introduction to the WORM project and its key activities
- Breakout sessions to identify social, economic, and environmental factors impacting sustainable livelihoods for informal waste pickers
- Presentation of innovative business models supporting sustainable livelihoods in the informal waste sector
- Breakout sessions to explore implementation strategies tailored to the Kenyan context
- Open discussion and Q&A
We invite you to join us for this engaging session! An opportunity to contribute your insights and help shape a more inclusive, sustainable future for informal waste workers.