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?? Day 66 - Grant Number 65 - Grant Alert: ?? ?? Exciting Grant Opportunity Alert! ?? Are you involved in innovative projects that aim to preserve endangered species and support biodiversity? The PTES Conservation Insight Grants for 2024 are now open for applications! We're looking for projects that can make a significant positive impact on endangered species through scientific research or conservation action. ?? Deadline: August 25, 2024, 23:59 (UK time) ?? Funding: Grants ranging from ￡3,000 to ￡10,000 per annum, up to a total of ￡20,000. ?? Eligibility: Open to applicants working and established in countries not classified by the World Bank as high-income. Special priority is given to native project leaders working in their own country. ?? Focus Areas: - Gathering critical scientific evidence for conservation - Influencing policy changes through scientific findings - Developing new methodologies for species monitoring ?? Looking for support to draft a compelling grant proposal? Chanakya Advisors are here to help! With their expertise, you can enhance your application to maximize your chances of success. https://lnkd.in/gjcB5nKf ?? Apply now and make a difference! Remember to check your eligibility and prepare your proposal using the guidelines provided. For more information and to apply, visit https://lnkd.in/g2YqftKZ #Conservation #EndangeredSpecies #Biodiversity #Grants2024 #ResearchFunding #ConservationGrants #EnvironmentalImpact #ChanakyaAdvisors #GrantWriting #NonProfitFunding #ScienceForGood #ActForNature

?? At Apex Polymer Solutions, sustainability and community upliftment are at the core of our mission. We are proud to support the Bulungula Incubator Program, a transformative initiative aimed at ending poverty and enhancing community life in one of South Africa's most rural and underserved areas. Our partnership with the Bulungula Incubator is about more than just financial support—it's about fostering sustainable development. The program focuses on a holistic approach, addressing key areas such as education, healthcare, sustainable livelihoods, and community cohesion. By investing in these areas, we help create a foundation for long-term, self-sustaining growth. The Bulungula Incubator has already made significant strides, from providing access to quality education and healthcare to creating job opportunities and supporting sustainable agricultural practices. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our values at Apex Polymer Solutions, where we strive to make a meaningful impact both environmentally and socially. Together, we are making a tangible difference. Through innovative strategies and strong community partnerships, we are helping to build a brighter, more sustainable future for over 10,000 people. This initiative not only aligns with our sustainability goals but also empowers local communities to thrive. Learn more about our commitment to sustainability and how we are working with the Bulungula Incubator to drive positive change. ?? Visit our website https://lnkd.in/dvuvRNMz #Sustainability #CommunitySupport #ApexPolymerSolutions #BulungulaIncubator #EndPoverty #RuralDevelopment #EcoFriendlyInitiatives #SocialImpact #SustainableDevelopment

As part of the?Saamuhika Shakti, Hasiru Dala, in collaboration with?Sparsha Trust,?Sambhav Foundation?and?WaterAid India, is embarking on a transformative journey in Muneshwara Nagar and Bhavani Nagar through a comprehensive Social Mapping Exercise. This initiative allows us to engage with local residents, capturing the essence of their neighborhoods by identifying settlement patterns, social infrastructure, and demographics. By gathering this vital information, we are building a robust database that will empower Saamuhika Shakti partners to tailor interventions specifically to the needs of informal waste pickers, ensuring that no household is left behind. Our goal is clear: to enable secure, dignified, and equitable access to all outcomes for informal waste pickers by driving targeted, data-driven actions that empower entire communities. Together, we’re not just mapping places—we’re charting a future filled with empowerment, inclusion, and hope!

This financial year, we're focusing on effectively implementing subsector initiatives to create millions of livelihoods and enhance incomes for SHG members. Recently, we organized a two-day orientation program for Maharashtra SRLM staff in collaboration with partners like Industree Foundation, IDH, Jlajeevika, and Humble Bee. Bringing together ecosystem players is crucial for ensuring that SRLMs can successfully roll out subsector activities. The workshop was instrumental in understanding the specific needs of SRLMs, equipping them with the insights and tools necessary to drive impactful change. Following are the Key Takeaways: Collaboration is Key: Engaging diverse partners enhances resource sharing and innovation. Understanding subsectors: Thorough understanding of the subsector in a particular block / cluster is critical. We are working on identifying the gaps and coming up with strategies to overcome the gaps. Capacity Building: Providing SRLMs with the right tools and training empowers them to drive impactful change. Sustainable Impact: Focusing on long-term strategies ensures that livelihoods are not just created but also maintained.

Often I have encountered an intrinsic question from practitioners during my association with National Rural Livelihood Mission, specially from those who are engaged in Institutional Development role and engulfed in handholding, nurturing community led initiatives. What is difference between Cluster Level Federation ( CLF), the term coined since inception of NRLM, Model Cluster Level Federation ( MCLF), flourished since Pandemic period and now MCLF Immersion Site. Are they really different or they are same structures managed owned and driven by Community for collective action with an objective to promote mutual growth and sustainable benefits. Overall, all institutions play a crucial role in promoting replication and scaling up of successful practices, contributing to the broader objectives of poverty alleviation and rural development. Then how are they different in terms of strategy, system, process, procedures and deliverables. lets unfold this. Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission (UPSRLM)Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY - NRLM) Transform Rural India Professional Assistance For Development Action (PRADAN) LIVESSCAPE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Jui Bhattacharya Vedanta Group Adani Foundation Reliance Foundation Electrosteel Steels Ltd.

Since 2021, Alterfin has supported Aduna Superfoods in its mission to #empower #femalefarmers through sustainable income opportunities. Alterfin started small, funding Aduna with a credit line of EUR 130,000 in 2021. Our current funding in 2024 has increased to EUR 390,000—triple the initial amount! ?? ? By concentrating on #baobab and other superfoods, Aduna empowers thousands of women across Africa through training and #fairincome, strengthening local communities and alleviating poverty ??. This initiative not only transforms lives but also creates a #winwin for both people and the planet ??. ? Why focus on baobab trees? These remarkable trees are crucial for sustainable farming in Africa’s Sahel region, where conditions can be particularly harsh. They help maintain soil moisture, recycle nutrients, and prevent erosion, ensuring a #healthierenvironment for farming.?? ?? Discover the ins and outs of this initiative through this interview conducted by Citizen Zero : https://lnkd.in/euVwTutM ?? & Learn how you can join Alterfin in making a lasting impact: https://lnkd.in/eNrT6t3W

#UPGraduation2024: Congratulations, Moipoti Ruth Makgalemane, on your remarkable achievement! Your dedication and hard work have culminated in a well-deserved master's degree with Cum Laude honours from UP. Makgalemane’s thesis, focusing on "Respiratory conditions and health symptoms associated with air pollution amongst children aged six years and below at Melusi Informal Settlement in the Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa," sheds light on crucial environmental health challenges facing our communities. Key findings from Makgalemane's thesis: ??? Air pollution poses a greater threat to life expectancy than smoking, HIV, or war. ??? Air pollution contributed to the spread of Covid-19. ??? Death rates from air pollution are highest in low-to-middle-income countries. ??? At least 1 in 10 people die from air pollution-related diseases. ??? There are 227 informal settlements in the City of Tshwane alone, highlighting the widespread impact of air pollution on vulnerable communities. #UniversityOfPretoria #ProudlyUP #HelloTuksAlumni #TheFinishLineIsYours

During our recent site visits of 2 villages in LIWALE region in Tanzania, we witnessed how #KonnectWIFI hotspots are transforming lives and communities: ?? Education: Teachers now have access to online resources, eliminating costly and risky travel. ?? Healthcare: Local clinics can register births online and receive remote support for complex medical cases. ?? Agriculture: Farmers can get weather forecast information and can communicate with buyers, share images of their crops, and benefit from mobile financial services. We are so proud that we are offering #affordable and #reliable #WiFi powered by #solarenergy, supported by an #inclusive #economic model. I would like to give special thanks to our partners: #UCSAF, #ICTMinistry, and our local teams who make this possible. Eutelsat Group Eutelsat OneWeb Konnect#Africa #KonnectWIFI #RuralConnectivity #Tanzania #SocialImpact #Education #Healthcare #DigitalInclusion #ConnectivityHeroes

By GOD with GOD I woke up hotter by 4°…No ?? #MPH (Cum laude) #PGDipPH (Cum laude) #BHScHons. #BPH What a journey this has been?????? My thesis was titled “Respiratory conditions and health symptoms associated with air pollution amongst children aged six years and below at Melusi Informal Settlement in Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa. The first and outmost gratitude is to GOD for instilling me with knowledge. To my supervisor Joyce S. and co-supervisor Sean Patrick, thank you for your continuous unwavering support. Intriguing facts about air pollution and the study area as well: 1. Air pollution is a greater threat to life expectancy than smoking, HIV or war. 2. Air pollution contributed to the spread of Covid-19. 3. Death rates from air pollution are highest in low-to-middle income countries 4. At least 1 in 10 people die from air pollution-related diseases 5. There are 227 informal settlements in the City of Tshwane alone…I haven’t even touched on other municipalities in the province. We still have a long way to go: …aluta continua vitória é certa… #research #airpollution #mastersdegree #monashalumni #witsalumni #uphealthsciences #researchmatters #hellotuksalumni #UPGraduate2024 #UniversityofPretoria #publichealth #environmentalhealth

I was honored to participate in the first panel discussion at this year's FANRPAN Regional Multi-sectoral Policy Dialogue in Malawi, just immediately after the official opening ceremony. The panel focused on agriculture and food systems transformation, and I was invited to share AGRA's perspective on this issue. At AGRA, we envision food systems transformation as a comprehensive and sustainable change in the entire food value chain - from production, processing to consumption to increase productivity and income for smallholder farmers, strengthen resilience, foster inclusive markets, promote sustainable farming practices, and support government in creating an enabling environment for the private sector to thrive. I emphasized the importance of closely following the mega trends and priorities shaping Africa's food systems, including demographic, economic, environmental, and social trends. At the helm of it is the youth population bulge. This can be be achieved if there close and effective collaboration with government, development partners, private sector, and civil society. The conference offered valuable insights and learning opportunities. I look forward to applying these lessons to drive the positive change that we desire to achieve in Malawi. AGRA FANRPAN Network #FANRPAN2024