About Us
We are Green for Change Ghana (GCG)
Green for Change Ghana (GCG) is an environmental non-governmental organization committed to working with communities and initiating programs that benefit both communities and the environment. We discover and promote effective environmental practices and policies for the benefit of local communities and the planet. These include providing practical conservation interventions aimed at contributing to the sustainable management of important ecological habitats and strengthening the capacity of communities to be resilient and adapt to current trends in climate change and other environmental threats.
Legal Status
Green for Change Ghana (GCG) began operations in 2014 and was officially registered with the Registrar General Department in 2019, holding registration number CG123652019 and tax identification number C0030464005. The organization is also licensed by the Non-Profit Organization Secretariat Ghana to operate as a national NGO, under registration number DSW/9560.
Vision
The vision of GCG is to see a world where local communities thrive in harmony with the planet through the discoveries and implementation of innovative environmental practices and policies.
Mission
GCG aims to tackle climate change, protect natural resources, and conserve ecosystems through community-focused initiatives, fostering a sustainable and resilient environment that empowers and benefits humanity.
Values
To fulfill our mission, Green for Change Ghana (GCG) and all its members, officers,
and employees are guided by the following core values:
Mutual Respect
We honor the inherent dignity and worth of all individuals and embrace the value of diversity.
Impact
We are committed to delivering measurable and enduring economic, social, and environmental solutions by focusing on results, maintaining high standards of quality, and collaborating closely with local communities and leaders.
Efficiency
We strive to manage resources in a cost-effective and efficient manner to maximize our impact on environmental conservation.
Partnership
We acknowledge that meaningful and sustainable impact is achieved through collaborative efforts.
Excellence and Integrity
We are committed to the highest standards of quality and performance, upholding integrity by taking full responsibility for our actions and consistently doing what is right.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)
Equity, including intra- and inter-generational fairness, is a fundamental principle that shapes all aspects of our work.