Rwanda has made significant progress in socio-economic development over the past two decades. However, environmental threats such as deforestation, soil erosion, climate change, and unsustainable land use continue to undermine these gains. At the same time, many communities—especially women, youth, and marginalized groups—face limited access to economic opportunities, quality education, and essential social services. The need to link environmental protection with economic and social empowerment is both urgent and strategic