Following the ongoing growth of the Canvas for Change programme, the Land & Life Foundation visited Ol Donyo Oibor Primary School in early February 2026 to celebrate an important milestone with the students and reflect on the impact of their creativity. During the visit, 25 members of the school’s Wildlife Club received greeting cards and tote bags printed with their own artwork, each accompanied by handwritten messages of encouragement from the Land & Life team.

The initiative began in 2024 with two schools in Amboseli, in partnership with the African Conservation Centre (ACC), using art to help students explore environmental challenges affecting their communities. Student creativity has since translated into tangible support for schools: Several paintings have been produced as greeting cards and tote bags, with proceeds going towards school fees, wildlife club activities and other priority needs identified by the schools.

In May 2025, the programme expanded to the third school, Ol Donyo Oibor Primary School, with support from Amboseli Sopa Lodge. The recent visit also provided an opportunity to meet the school administration, led by their Headteacher Mr. Joseph and Wildlife Club teachers to discuss key priorities and future collaboration. Mr. Joseph highlighted that the art and conservation elements of the programme align closely with Kenya’s Competency-Based Education framework, nurturing students’ creativity, confidence, and environmental responsibility.

Looking ahead, the Land & Life Foundation shared plans to introduce its Wildlife Warrior Program at the school, further strengthening conservation learning and leadership among students. This approach reflects the Foundation’s pillars of People, Planet, and Partnerships, continuing to build resilient schools while nurturing the next generation of informed conservation stewards.