You can read the Spanish version of this article here. Every August, World Water Week brings together voices from around the globe to reflect on and act upon how we manage life's most vital resource: water. Two billion people lack access to safe drinking water, and it's projected that by 2050, more than half of the world's population will face water scarcity. Latin America and the Caribbean in particular, find themselves in a critical position. Despite hosting a third of the world's water … [Read more...] about World Water Week 2024 as Seen by Youth from Latin America
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Groundswell International and Partners Secure $3.5 Million Grant from W.K. Kellogg Foundation to Strengthen Haitian Food Systems
Groundswell International has been awarded a $3,519,710 grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, in close collaboration with Partenariat Pour le Développement Local (PDL), our local NGO partner in Haiti, and Acceso, a nonprofit social enterprise known for its effectiveness in connecting smallholder farmers to local markets in five countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. This three-year grant will allow these program partners to strengthen key program pillars of the Haiti Food … [Read more...] about Groundswell International and Partners Secure $3.5 Million Grant from W.K. Kellogg Foundation to Strengthen Haitian Food Systems
Young Voices from Mali and Honduras Celebrate Nature and Soil Conservation with Art
This month, youth from Mali and Honduras wrote, drew and spoke about their connection to nature in honor of World Nature Conservation Day and International Day for the Conservation of Soil. As participants in our Youth Storyteller Program, they document the transition to agroecology in their communities, filming, interviewing and photographing their families working in the field. Over time, they acquire essential farming skills, protect their land, and inspire rural youth to stay in their … [Read more...] about Young Voices from Mali and Honduras Celebrate Nature and Soil Conservation with Art
Meet Galy, a Farmer Spreading Hope in Guatemala’s Dry Corridor
Galy lives in the arid mountain community of Suquinay, El Divisadero. For years, the region has been grappling with intense heat and prolonged dry spells, plunging millions into harsh life conditions. The situation has been worsening yearly, with Guatemala being among the top 10 countries most at risk from the effects of climate change. But there's hope. Galy, a woman farmer collaborating with our local partner, Asociación de Agricultores las Ilusiones el Divisadero (AGRIDIVI), is teaching her … [Read more...] about Meet Galy, a Farmer Spreading Hope in Guatemala’s Dry Corridor
Scaling Agroecology for a Resilient Future in Haiti & Ecuador
Agroecology offers a path for the positive transformation of our flawed farming and food systems, which significantly contribute to climate change, obesity, and global hunger. As interest in scaling agroecology grows, it’s crucial to evaluate its potential to merge science, practice, and social movements to build sustainable food systems. By offering practical and scalable solutions, agroecology promotes nutritious diets, soil regeneration, and climate resilience among farmers and … [Read more...] about Scaling Agroecology for a Resilient Future in Haiti & Ecuador
Fertile Ground: Agroecology and Innovation
During a systemic "polycrisis" in agriculture and food systems, agroecology emerges as a transformative solution. Agroecology addresses climate change, health crises, and global hunger while catalyzing practical, scalable approaches for sustainable diets, soil regeneration, and climate resilience. Embraced by diverse institutions, it aims for a just transition, nourishing landscapes, and empowering farmers in the face of pressing challenges. Peasant Innovation and Agroecology in Brazil’s … [Read more...] about Fertile Ground: Agroecology and Innovation