INCREASING THE IMPACT OF VILLAGE-BASE TOURISM
“As the ISA program representative for my village, I firmly believe that village-based tourism is a sustainable way to empower the local community, particularly the youth, women farmer group and housewives, for a better future and prosperity.” Sri Trisnawati (29 years old) has 5 years of experience working with a Japanese NGO (Yui-Tool Kaihatsu Labo) focused
Read more TRANSFORMING WATER HYACINTH INTO OPPORTUNITY THROUGH VALUE-ADDED PRODUCTS
“I am taking part in ISA because the management of water hyacinth in my community is crucial to combat food insecurity and reduce risks of droughts and floods. By making value-added products from water hyacinth, we are creating a sustainable solution that benefits both the community and nature” Sushmita Krishnan (24 years old) has
Read more PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS IN FISHING COMMUNITIES
“I am taking part in the ISA because I believe that proper management of wetlands can provide the instrument to sustain human well-being.” Chimwemwe Tembo serves as a Biologist and fisheries officer for the Malawian government, focusing on conserving aquatic life within the Lake Chilwa wetland biosphere reserve. He has 8 years of experience
Read more EMPOWERING RURAL COMMUNITIES FOR SUSTAINABLE FOREST RESTORATION
“I see ISA as the best opportunity to enhance my skills and empower local communities for habitat restoration, addressing climate change impacts in Brazil.” Nondas Silva (32) is a forest engineer with extensive experience in empowering rural communities in Minas Gerais, Brazil. He empowers rural communities through native seed collection for landscape restoration within the globally significant
Read more SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS MODELS IN THE LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
“Stepping into the ISA program, I’m driven by the belief that evaluating sustainability in Namibian logistics and supply chain management can facilitate awareness and advance sustainable practices.“ Tekla Amutenya from Namibia, is a researcher, educator, and the founder of Tek-tenya Investments. With a decade in academia and sustainability education, she’s dedicated to empowering businesses across
Read more THE GIRL ADOPTION PROJECT
“I am taking part in ISA because I believe that every girl child deserves the chance to get adequate education and grow capacity to succeed regardless of their financial background, sex or sociocultural environment”. Ebere Marythelma Onwe (30 years old) is the founder and Executive Director of Sister’s Ally Foundation for Community Development and a seasoned
Read more CLEAN AIR INITIATIVE CAMEROON
“I am taking part in ISA because I firmly believe in the possibility of achieving clean air and a sustainable future in our cities and communities.” Harrison Ashangwa (29 years old) is an Environmental engineer, researcher, educator, and climate action leader with over 7 years of experience in climate action programs, environmental education initiatives
Read more PROGRAM FOR RURAL AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS FOR DEEPER RELATIONSHIP WITH NATURE
“I am joining ISA because I believe that appreciation for nature and a conscious land use can be enhanced by offering more opportunities to the society to interact within these spaces. I have a deep trust in the young generations as a potential target group for an outdoor environmental education” Lucia Toledo (33 years) is
Read more THE INTRESECTION BETWEEN CLIMATE CHANGE AND MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES IN AFRICA THROUGH PSYCHX
“I am taking part in the ISA because I believe that integrating sustainability practices into mental health services is crucial for creating a healthier and more environmentally conscious society; Mindful minds, sustainable world.” Freda Mutune (28 years) from Kenya is the founder and CTO of PsychX Limited. She holds a BSc. ICT, CCNA certified and
Read more PLASTIC WASTE MANAGEMENT AT MUNICIPAL BLOCK LEVEL
“I am undertaking this fellowship program from my unshakable belief in the potential for transformative change. I am inspired by the prospect of improved waste management practices that will not only alleviate environmental burdens but also uplift and empower communities. By embarking on this journey, I want to catalyse a movement that transcends challenges and
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