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Victor Opiyo Okello
Victor Opiyo Okello (born December 18, 1997) is a Kenyan environmentalist known for his significant contributions to environmental conservation and climate activism. His passion for environmental preservation began during his time at university, where he actively mobilized youths to connect with nature through various activities such as tree-hugging, walking barefoot, climbing trees, identifying butterflies, and stargazing.

Career and Activism
This passion led him to establish a youth-led non-profit organization dedicated to environmental conservation, known as WeForest International, where he serves as the founder and executive director.

Environmental Contribution
Under his leadership, WeForest International has focused on the conservation of 27 indigenous tree species and has successfully planted 21,121 indigenous trees, contributing significantly to reforestation efforts in Kenya and beyond, during the construction of the Nairobi expressway he started a campaign on the Build a Nation Not Just Roads campaign that focused on saving trees from being cut during this construction, he brought on board another campaign to stop exotic trees they are enough to focus on indigenous trees.

Notable Accomplishments
Victor Opiyo Okello has been honored with the Global Environment Stewardship Honor he was recognized for his community work by the former Kenya Prime Minister H.E Raila Odinga  and as well as recognized by the former President of India  Ram Nath Kovind at the 3rd International Climate Summit in Delhi  India.  commitment to environmental sustainability and conservation has earned him recognition on both national and global platforms.

Impact and Legacy
Victor's efforts have had a positive impact on the environment, communities, and society at large. Through his leadership, WeForest International has made significant strides in reforestation efforts in Kenya and beyond, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of environmental conservation.

Publication and Media coverage
Victor Opiyo Okello has authored publications on nature and participated in media coverage related to environmental issues, such as nature podcasts showcasing his expertise and advocacy in the field.

Early life and education
Victor Okello was born at their home in Bondo, Siaya County on 18th December 1997 to Maurice Dedans Okello and Beatrice Atieno Okello. His father worked at the Postal Corporation of Kenya and after retirement, he joined small-scale farming in rural Kenya He is a member of the Luo ethnic group. He went to Bondo Township Primary School, then joined St Aloys Ojola Primary School in Kisumu and joined Ramba Boys High School where in 2018 he joined Riara University in which he sacrificed his education to start a campaign for climate action to reduce climate change