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🚨 Climate Change’s Impact on Agriculture: It’s estimated that low-income African households could see a 40% drop in income due to climate-related disruptions in agriculture. 🌾💔 At I-DIEM Africa, we’re ensuring equity in climate agriculture by 🌿 partnering with local communities for inclusive solutions 🤝 that empower women and youth as climate and business leaders that supports community sustainability. Initiatives such as our IMPACT (Inclusive Microfunding Program for Accessible Credentialing and Trades) Program are empowering women and youth with the sustainable farming skills and business knowledge needed to thrive, even in the face of climate challenges. Let’s build a resilient, equitable agricultural future together! 🌍✨ #ClimateJustice #IDIEMAfrica #SustainableAgriculture #EquityInAction

It was wonderful to meet The Hunger Project team in #Zambia and learn about their work across nine African countries, implementing the Epicenter Strategy. This approach empowers communities to achieve sustainable self-reliance by shifting power to small-scale producers and promoting community-led development. During our discussions, we explored potential collaboration in #regenerative #agriculture and Australian farming practices. The Epicenter Strategy guides communities through a five to eight-year journey toward self-reliance. Their core philosophy focuses on three essential areas: •⁠ ⁠Start with Women: Empowering women as key change agents. •⁠ ⁠Mobilize Everyone: Building people’s capacities, leadership, and confidence. •⁠ ⁠Engage Local Government: Forging effective partnerships with local government. Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Mulloon Institute Carolyn Hall Amb. Dr. Elias Munshya Deane Belfield #FoodSecurity

#YouthGiveChampion Spotlight In the Democratic Republic of Congo, where climate change challenges are deeply felt, Ushindi Dan uses innovation and media to spark change. As the founder of Kilimo TV, Ushindi produces compelling documentaries that educate and inspire communities to adopt sustainable practices and tackle environmental challenges. Kilimo TV isn’t just about raising awareness—it’s a movement that connects urban and rural communities, equipping them with the knowledge and tools to protect their environment and promote sustainable agriculture. #YouthGiveAfrica #AfricanGiving #YouthGiving #Generosity #MyGivingStory #GivingTuesdayAfrica #YouthLeadership #GivingTuesday 

🌟 Empowering Women for a Sustainable Future 🌟 At UrbanFarm Africa, we believe that true sustainable development begins with empowering women. Our mission goes beyond innovation in food and water security; it's about fostering economic independence, resilience, and leadership among women in agriculture. 🌿👩🌾 Why Women Empowerment? Educated and empowered women are pivotal to community resilience, promoting climate-smart agriculture, reducing hunger, and ensuring children stay in school. By empowering women, we tackle gender inequalities, enhance food security, and drive economic growth. Men also play a crucial role in this empowerment by sharing decision-making and resources. Our Commitment to Women Empowerment: 💪 Economic Empowerment: Through our Hydro Coop, Hydro Chick, and Hydro Harvest projects, we provide women with opportunities to engage in sustainable agriculture, fostering entrepreneurship and financial independence. 📚 Educational Programs: Comprehensive training in hydroponics, small poultry farming, and small farm management equips women with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed. 🌍 Community Development: Our initiatives support community resilience by addressing food security and promoting sustainable agricultural practices, ensuring women play a crucial role in community development and environmental conservation. 🌟 Leadership Opportunities: We encourage women to take on leadership roles within their communities, fostering a culture of inclusion and equal participation. Entrepreneurial Growth: Women gain the skills to start and grow agribusinesses, contributing to local economies and creating job opportunities. Community Resilience: Empowered women enhance food security and stability, fostering stronger, more resilient communities. Economic Development: By providing resources and support, we help women become influential leaders in agriculture and beyond, driving sustainable economic growth. Sustainable Agriculture: Promoting long-term productivity and environmental sustainability through innovative farming practices. At UrbanFarm Africa, we are committed to creating a brighter, more equitable future where women are at the forefront of sustainable agriculture. Together, we can achieve a thriving and inclusive world for all. 🌍💚 Join us in our journey to empower women and transform communities. Connect with us on LinkedIn and be a part of the change! 🌱 #WomenEmpowerment #SustainableDevelopment #Agriculture #FoodSecurity #UrbanFarmAfrica #Innovation #CommunityResilience #Empowerment #Leadership #EconomicGrowth #ClimateSmart #SustainableAgriculture #Hydroponics #Training #Support

🌟 Empowering Women for a Sustainable Future 🌟 At UrbanFarm Africa, we believe that true sustainable development begins with empowering women. Our mission goes beyond innovation in food and water security; it's about fostering economic independence, resilience, and leadership among women in agriculture. 🌿👩🌾 Why Women Empowerment? Educated and empowered women are pivotal to community resilience, promoting climate-smart agriculture, reducing hunger, and ensuring children stay in school. By empowering women, we tackle gender inequalities, enhance food security, and drive economic growth. Men also play a crucial role in this empowerment by sharing decision-making and resources. Our Commitment to Women Empowerment: 💪 Economic Empowerment: Through our Hydro Coop, Hydro Chick, and Hydro Harvest projects, we provide women with opportunities to engage in sustainable agriculture, fostering entrepreneurship and financial independence. 📚 Educational Programs: Comprehensive training in hydroponics, small poultry farming, and small farm management equips women with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed. 🌍 Community Development: Our initiatives support community resilience by addressing food security and promoting sustainable agricultural practices, ensuring women play a crucial role in community development and environmental conservation. 🌟 Leadership Opportunities: We encourage women to take on leadership roles within their communities, fostering a culture of inclusion and equal participation. Entrepreneurial Growth: Women gain the skills to start and grow agribusinesses, contributing to local economies and creating job opportunities. Community Resilience: Empowered women enhance food security and stability, fostering stronger, more resilient communities. Economic Development: By providing resources and support, we help women become influential leaders in agriculture and beyond, driving sustainable economic growth. Sustainable Agriculture: Promoting long-term productivity and environmental sustainability through innovative farming practices. At UrbanFarm Africa, we are committed to creating a brighter, more equitable future where women are at the forefront of sustainable agriculture. Together, we can achieve a thriving and inclusive world for all. 🌍💚 Join us in our journey to empower women and transform communities. Connect with us on LinkedIn and be a part of the change! 🌱 #WomenEmpowerment #SustainableDevelopment #Agriculture #FoodSecurity #UrbanFarmAfrica #Innovation #CommunityResilience #Empowerment #Leadership #EconomicGrowth #ClimateSmart #SustainableAgriculture #Hydroponics #Training #Support

On International Women’s Day in 2024, themed “Invest In Women: Accelerate Progress”, we would like to celebrate rural women who play critical roles in global food systems, working as farm managers and paid and unpaid laborers in all aspects of agricultural production, processing, and distribution and a range of other non-farm activities in rural economies. (Doss, Njuki, and Mika 2020; Montalvao and Van de Velde 2020; Njuki 2020)   Ensuring global food security requires that rural women are equipped with the tools and resources they need to adapt and thrive in the face of a changing climate.    In a working paper, Mercy Corps AgriFin and CGAP identify sustainable and scalable opportunities for #providers, #donors, and #investors to enhance the resilience of rural women. From #digital solutions to tailored financial services, discover how we can support rural women in adapting to climate change and drive positive change in global food systems.   #IWD2024 #InvestInWomenAccelerateProgress #WomeninAgritech   Read more: https://bit.ly/43ruGhP   By: Jamie Anderson, Victoria Clause, Max Mattern & Kassim Z.   

🌱 Women in underserved regions are becoming the frontline leaders in addressing  our most pressing global challenges. In #Tanzania, women are using rainwater harvesting and #agroforestry to improve productivity and resilience. Meanwhile, women-led cooperatives in #Brazil are producing #ecofriendly cocoa, generating income while safeguarding the environment. These are just a few examples of how Trias NGO - Global and Member Based Organisations (#MBOs) are fostering inclusive, sustainable growth. Explore how these partnerships are creating a more resilient and equitable future. 👉 Read more here : https://lnkd.in/e7FbxCGb #womenInleadership #climateaction #Triasimpact #sustainableagriculture #genderequality #MBOs

Happy New Month! October marks a fresh start, and we're excited to dive into new opportunities! This Month's Focus: Empowering African Communities, Driving Sustainable Growth, Unlocking Continental Potential. Upcoming Highlights: AGN 1.0 #plantwithme Event (Save the Date!), Expert Webinars on Sustainable Development, Community Spotlight Series. Our Commitment: Fostering decentralized innovation, Amplifying African voices, Building a vibrant ecosystem. Join the Conversation: Share your thoughts on Africa's growth potential, Tag a changemaker making a difference, Use #AfriverseEcosystem #Plantwithme #foodsecurity #Sustainability. Let's Grow Together!

In a heavily deforested country like Malawi, creating sustainable revenue from trees is vital. Learn more about Moringa Acres mission to helping women and youth profit from Moringa trees. https://lnkd.in/ebdp8tf2

Having been part of many projects—some of which #thrived, while others didn’t—I’ve come to realize one essential factor called #sustainabilitystrategy. We’ve seen countless initiatives start with great promise, only to fade away. The reason isn’t that these projects weren’t impactful. Far from it. The challenge lies in their #long-term sustainability. Many social programs fail because there wasn’t a solid #businessmodel in place to keep them running. It’s time for us to go back to the drawing board and rethink how we approach this. We need to start focusing on ways to bring in revenue for the projects we’re building. I know this can be uncomfortable—especially when we’re talking about #social programs where money is often the last thing we want to address. But if we’re serious about creating lasting #change, we must acknowledge the reality that funds are just as important. Of course, external support is always welcome, but we can’t rely solely on others’ #generosity to keep our operations alive. If we truly care about the #communities we serve, we must be proactive in creating strong #financial #pillars for our projects. It’s the only way to ensure they keep running, touching lives, and breaking the cycle of poverty in our communities. I have been committed to building and advocating for #youth and #women in #agriculture, and i am always open to collaborating with #passionate, #driven individuals. Let’s bring those projects to life. Contact me at: [alexa@mazaohub.com.] #WomenInAgriculture #AgritechForWomen #FinancialInclusion #EmpoweringFarmers #WomenEmpowerment #PrecisionFarming #SustainableAgriculture #TanzaniaAgriculture #DigitalTransformation #FarmersFirst #Agribusiness #WomenInTech #InclusiveGrowth #SoilHealth #SmartFarming #AgriInnovation #FinancialEmpowerment #TechForGood #RuralDevelopment