CFP News
CFP News
- SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 by Rebecca Jacobs
VIUNGO: Seeding Resilience
Just over two years ago, Community Forests launched the VIUNGO Project in Zanzibar. Translating to “ingredients” or “spice” in Swahili, VIUNGO is a four-year collaborative effort between local and international organizations in the region. Together, we are working to support small-scale farmers, empower women and youth, and boost economic growth and opportunity—key ingredients in a… Read more »
- DECEMBER 8, 2022 by Rebecca Jacobs
Local knowledge is key to protecting biodiversity
The forests in which Community Forests International works are part of this rich diversity. From the lush mangroves of Zanzibar to the unique Wabanaki forest of eastern Canada, these remarkable ecosystems are home to an array of life found in the soil to the canopy. Yet despite the importance of these ecosystems for the health of the planet and our own communities, intact forests are… Read more
- JULY 27, 2021 by Rebecca Jacobs
Zanzibar's Farmer Field Schools: Growing Resilience
One year ago, Community Forests launched the VIUNGO Project in Zanzibar. Translating to “ingredients” in Swahili, VIUNGO is a four-year collaborative effort between local and international organizations in the region. Together, we are working to support small-scale farmers, empower women and youth, and boost economic growth and opportunity – key ingredients in a recipe for… Read more »
- MARCH 7, 2021 by Rebecca Jacobs
Uplifting Women's Equality
Translating to “ingredients” in Swahili, the VIUNGO Project is a four-year collaborative effort between local and international organizations in Zanzibar. Community Forests and our partners are working to support small-scale farmers, empower women and youth, and boost economic growth and opportunity – key ingredients in a recipe for resilience! In celebration of International Women’s Day,… Read more »
- FEBRUARY 26, 2021 by Rebecca Jacobs
Unlocking the potential of Zanzibar’s horticulture sector
At the end of 2020, Community Forests International was excited to announce the anticipated launch of the VIUNGO Project in Zanzibar. Translating to “ingredients” in Swahili, VIUNGO is a four-year collaborative effort between local and international organizations in the region. Community Forests and our partners are working to support small-scale farmers, empower women and youth,… Read more »
- FEBRUARY 26, 2021 by Rebecca Jacobs
Gender Equality and Climate Change
Anne and Daimen were recently invited onto the Femme Wonk podcast Katie Davey podcast to discuss the interplay between gender inequality and climate change vulnerability with host Katie Davey, drawing from our work in Zanzibar. “Without women being able to participate fully in income-diversifying activities and learning skills that will help them build resilience, whole… Read more »
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