Mother Earth Murals – Mother Earth Project

Raising Awareness One Community at a Time

To raise awareness of the climate emergency, MEP supports the creation of Mother Earth Murals in communities worldwide, as a constant visual reminder of our planet’s focus on a more sustainable future. Below is a chronicle of activities in various countries.

“I am a HOPE-A-HOLIC! Remember that sharing our stories builds and strengthens community.”
– Gloria Steinem, social-political activist

6Mother Earth Sculpture Counter (Goal = 8 Sculptures) • 4 Continents, 6 Countries

62Mother Earth Mural Counter (Goal = 75 Murals) • 4 Continents, 17 Countries

4141Parachute Counter (Goal = 4200) • 6 Continents, 81 Countries, 45 US States

Bangladesh-Flag Bangladesh top
Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Jimran, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. The artists are Jimran and his team, 2023..

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Jimran Mother Earth Murals were created in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. The artists are Jimran and his team, 2023.

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Desire Nizigiyimana, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Cibitoke. The artist is Kahano Deo, 2022.

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador and FFF activist Juan David Amaya (15 years old), six Mother Earth Murals were created across this country. The artist is his art teacher, John Henry, 2022.

Juan David (at left) is a climate activist and organizer for Fridays For Future

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Ushindi Magashu, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Goma . “I am an environmental activist in Idjwi fighting against climate change which causes disasters, floods, global warming which is observed in our island of Idjwi causing many victims and deaths. Our island is ignored by our national authorities and even the international community by the situation of Idjwi,” 2022.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Jeremy Pascal, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Goma.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Cynthia Morgan, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Goma . The artist is Didier Mabango, 2022.

Under the coordination of MEP official Moise Byenda, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Goma next to a football field. The artist is Bahati Bht Art, 2022.

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• Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Asmaa Hanafi, an Egyptian Nuclear Engineer and Founder of Green Society Initiative, small Mother Earth Murals were created with students in Alexandria. Unfortunately, the government of Egypt must approve of all murals on buildings in this country, which is a very difficult, if not impossible task, 2022.

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Eddy Mesidor, a Mother Earth Mural was created in this community. The artist is Ebel Michel, 2022.

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador and artist Beenu Rao, a Mother Earth Mural was created at VR Patel commerce College, Nagalpur, India, 2023.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador and artist Beenu Rao, a Mother Earth Mural was created at Secondary Government school, Indiranagar , Ramosana, India, 2023.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Anush Paliwal, a Mother Earth Mural was created at Subodh Public School, Jaipur, India. The artists are Ms. Manisha Arya, Ms. Anju Khattar, and Ms. Smriti Sood, 2022.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador and artist Beenu Rao, a Mother Earth Mural was created at Ganpat University, Mehsana, India, 2022.

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Nana, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Manica. The artist is Joao Lewis Macungo, 2022.

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Jarffar Mondoma, a Mother Earth Mural was created at the Zambia border with Malawi. The artist is Jane Nyirenda, 2022.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Innocent Chifipa Gondwe, a Mother Earth Mural was created in the Rumphi District. The artist is Esnarth Nkhoma , 2022.

Community members celebrate the completion of their mural

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Omobola Eko, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Lagos. The artists are Useh Caroline and Eyinna Christopher, 2023.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Arinze Chimwuko, a Mother Earth Mural was created in the Kogi State. The artist is Benjamin Adeola Ikeun, 2022.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Imam Maiyaki, a Mother Earth Mural was created in a community school in Kaduna Metropolis, Kaduna City. The artist is Bala Dongoro, 2022. “Our mural and lectures on tree cutting has yielded results because people in my community have reduced tree cutting. They are now involved in tree planting.” – Maiyaki

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Muhammad Ibrahim, a Mother Earth Mural was created in a community school in Kaduna Metropolis, Kaduna City. The artist is Reby Hueman, 2022.

Click image to see artists dance with Mother Earth Mural

Artist Reby Hueman with his newly created Mother Earth Mural

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Andrew Mahame , a Mother Earth Mural was created in Rwanda. The artist is Iradukunda Fabrice, 2023.

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Alhassan Sesay, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Freetown. The artist is Francis Kpulun, 2022.

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Victor Dhliwayo and organizer of the Soweto Athletes for Climate Change Justice Network (SACJN), a Mother Earth Mural was created the Phefeni train station. The artist is Philani Ntanga, popularly known as “Artist Over There,” 2022.

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Tumaini Fasso, a Mother Earth Mural was created in a school community in Bariadi. The artist is Jebby, 2022.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Amani Ramadhani, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Kigoma. The artist is Joel Lubasha, 2022.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Festo Mrina, a Mother Earth Mural was created along main road and nearby the center where people gather for social activities in Moshi. The artist is Semeni Sungura, 2022.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Gosbert Andrea, a Mother Earth Mural was created at Buswelu Street in Ilemela District in Mwanza. The artist is Demai John, 2022.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Juma Amuko Ebwa, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Arusha Community Market. The artist is Said Salemani, 2022.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Alpha Ntayonba, a Mother Earth Mural was created in Kigoma near Lake Tanganeeka. The artist is Eric G Milamule, 2022.

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Naima Zouaid, a Mother Earth Mural was created in a school community in El Jem. The artist is Radhouane Lahmer, 2022.

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Ann Grace Akiteng, a Mother Earth Mural was created at Okapel Primary School in the Aperikira Sub County Kaberamaido District. The artist is Elayu Rogers, 2023.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Ann Grace Akiteng, a Mother Earth Mural was created at a public library, a training center for young students, in Soroti. The artist is Elayu Rogers, 2023.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Robert Mwesigye, 23 Mother Earth Murals were created in Mbarara. The artist is Atukwase Osbert, 2022-23.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Evelyn Gangira Namuwolo, a Mother Earth Mural was created in the Kayunga District. The artist is Tinashe Moffet, 2022.

A young student activist, Saul, contemplates raising awareness about the climate emergency

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Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Christie Tanaka Zulu, a Mother Earth Mural was created in the village township of Chimanimani. The artist is Joseph Mumbure, 2022.

Under the coordination of MEP ambassador Tashaya Mashayahanya, a Mother Earth Mural was created at Salvation Church in Mutare. The artist is Vimbai Madhafi, 2022.