Growing Together: SACE Initiative for Sustainable Agriculture and Community Empowerment

Growing Together: SACE Initiative for Sustainable Agriculture and Community Empowerment

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As a dedicated social worker and innovator, I have been passionately advocating for sustainable agriculture and community empowerment since 2012. My background in serving refugees and asylum seekers, as featured in Medium

https://medium.com/latterly/how-one-man-hid-162-refugee-children-from-thai-police-80afc6669568?, has equipped me with a unique understanding of the importance of addressing traumatic conditions and frustrations.

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I am grateful for the guidance and support of Ma'am Galya Benarieh Ruffer, J.D., Ph.D., Director, Center for Forced Migration Studies, Buffett Institute for Global Studies, and Senior Lecturer of Political Science at Northwestern University. She is a good listener and great motivator; I didn't find a supportive person like her in Pakistan yet, otherwise, I would have created history. She used to listen to my seven ideas in one sentence, refining them for me and giving me a chance to learn more and serve better by giving me chance to participate in UNHCR Annual Consultations with NGOs at the International Conference Centre Geneva (ICCG). Unfortunately, insufficient funds held me back from this great learning and networking opportunity.

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While serving refugees, I learned a lot from various organizations, including the Asia Pacific Refugees Rights Network (APRRN), ICVA Network, Global Peace Foundation, Asylum Access, JRS, and many more. Above all, social work is my passion, and I am driven to serve communities regardless of their religious and ethnic backgrounds. I always focus on preparedness, prevention, and addressing traumatic conditions and frustrations. Traumatic conditions always lead to public frustration, and in frustration, the public brings back mind filters, making it difficult to build public opinion and new narratives, even positive ones. The public becomes unpredictable and behaves unexpectedly, making it challenging to lead or control them. I always take frustrations as opportunities.

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For example, during floods, I gave the seeds distribution idea to the nation. Alkhidmat Foundation distributed seeds among flood victims, pulling them out of traumatic conditions and addressing different Social & sustainable Development Goals simultaneously. The public got motivated and went to cultivation, leading to Pakistan's record wheat production. My vision idea of seed distribution among flood victims was projected on National TV Channel on Center Stage with Rehman Azhar on Express News (September 15, 2022), turning frustrations from floods into opportunities https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cd-ScatqC0 .

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In 2020, I pioneered an innovative agricultural approach, cultivating barren lands to address global challenges. This vision was presented and showcased on more than 10 TV channels and in newspapers. Now Agriculture Barren lands cultivation is a mandate of ?the state and the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). By harnessing the potential of barren lands, we can enhance agricultural productivity and food security, empower local communities, foster sustainable environmental practices, and support economic growth and development.

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My vision for barren lands cultivation aligns with the SIFC's objectives and has the potential to transform the agricultural landscape, ensuring a more food-secure and sustainable future for all and initiated projects in Dera Ismail Khan. My approach focuses on preparedness and prevention, and I have been promoting my agro vision through various channels, including TV and newspapers, since 2020 including social media.

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I understand that my problem is that I say seven ideas in one sentence, which is very difficult for others to understand. However, I believe that thinking outside the box and presenting innovative solutions is essential to creating history and driving positive change.

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My agro innovation combines for-profit and non-profit experiences and offers a unique barren land agricultural real estate multiple cropping with fruits orchard model, which is more effective than the other model. Fruit trees will give a boost to forests. By barren lands cultivation, we can uplift economic conditions of the public and the state. It will address different social development goals SDGs and sustainable development goals like climate change, food security, poverty, livelihoods, inflation, hunger, environment, women & widows skills/livelihoods. I will take youth & entrepreneurship to the next level by uplifting different industries without any investment by the State. All actions will increase public ownership, which is much needed, and will also increase exports, tax payers, revenues, and jobs. It will also promote Peace, dignity, and equality.

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Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

SDGs Addressed:

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- Directly: SDG 1, 2, 5, 8, 12, 15 ???? - Indirectly: SDG 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 13, 16

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Directly:

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- SDG 1 (No Poverty): The project directly addresses poverty by providing income opportunities for rural

households and empowering them to improve their livelihoods.

- SDG 2 (Zero Hunger): By promoting sustainable agriculture practices and increasing agricultural

productivity, the project directly contributes to food security and reducing hunger.

- SDG 5 (Gender Equality): The project directly addresses gender equality by empowering women through

agricultural training and providing them with access to resources and markets.

- SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth): The project directly addresses decent work and economic

growth by providing employment opportunities and promoting sustainable economic growth.

- SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production): The project directly addresses responsible

consumption and production by promoting sustainable agriculture practices and reducing post-harvest losses.

- SDG 15 (Life on Land): The project directly addresses life on land by promoting sustainable land use and

reducing land degradation.

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Indirectly:

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- SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being): The project indirectly addresses good health and well-being by

improving access to nutritious food and promoting sustainable agriculture practices that reduce the use of harmful chemicals.

- SDG 4 (Quality Education): The project indirectly addresses quality education by empowering rural

communities and providing them with access to resources and knowledge.

- SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation): The project indirectly addresses clean water and sanitation by

promoting sustainable agriculture practices that reduce water waste and promote efficient water use.

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- SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy): The project indirectly addresses affordable and clean energy by

promoting sustainable agriculture practices that reduce energy consumption.

- SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure): The project indirectly addresses industry, innovation,

and infrastructure by promoting sustainable agriculture practices that reduce the need for

industrial inputs and promote local innovation.

- SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities): The project indirectly addresses reduced inequalities by empowering

rural communities and promoting equitable access to resources and markets.

- SDG 13 (Climate Action): The project indirectly addresses climate action by promoting sustainable

agriculture practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote climate resilience.

- SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions): The project indirectly addresses peace, justice, and

strong institutions by promoting sustainable agriculture practices that reduce conflict and

promote social justice.

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- SDG 1: No Poverty - SDG 2: Zero Hunger - SDG 5: Gender Equality - SDG 15: Life on Land

- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth - SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

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Social Development Goals:

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how the project addresses each of the Social Development Goals, both directly and indirectly:

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Directly:

- Poverty reduction: The project directly addresses poverty by providing income opportunities for rural

households and empowering them to improve their livelihoods.

- Improved livelihoods: The project directly improves livelihoods by promoting sustainable agriculture

practices and increasing agricultural productivity.

- Gender empowerment: The project directly empowers women through agricultural training and provides

them with access to resources and markets.

- Community development: The project directly promotes community development by establishing

demonstration farms and orchards, and supporting community-led initiatives.

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Indirectly:

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- Improved health and well-being: The project indirectly improves health and well-being by promoting sustainable agriculture practices that reduce the use of harmful chemicals and improve access to nutritious food.

- Enhanced education: The project indirectly enhances education by empowering rural communities and providing them with access to resources and knowledge.

- Increased access to clean water and sanitation: The project indirectly increases access to clean water and sanitation by promoting sustainable agriculture practices that reduce water waste and promote efficient water use.

- Improved energy security: The project indirectly improves energy security by promoting sustainable agriculture practices that reduce energy consumption.

- Increased infrastructure development: The project indirectly increases infrastructure development by promoting sustainable agriculture practices that reduce the need for industrial inputs and promote local innovation.

- Reduced inequalities: The project indirectly reduces inequalities by empowering rural communities and promoting equitable access to resources and markets.

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- Poverty reduction - Improved livelihoods - Gender empowerment - Community development

- Improved health and well-being - Enhanced education - Increased access to clean water and sanitation

- Improved energy security - Increased infrastructure development - Reduced inequalities

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During floods, my idea of seeds distribution was implemented, leading to record wheat production in Pakistan. My approach focuses on addressing traumatic conditions and frustrations, which can lead to public suffering and decreased credibility among stakeholders. I believe that my agro innovation can increase public ownership, promote peace, dignity, and equality, and be replicated in 77 developing countries with the support of SIFC.

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We don't get revolutionary innovations in inheritance or in books. I am only trying to play a vital role in the development of Pakistan. I want to take my agricultural innovation to the 77 developing countries and beyond. I assure you all that my innovation can play a vital role for all interested; it will be joint venture. Growing Together: SACE Initiative for Sustainable Agriculture and Community Empowerment is a call to action for a sustainable future. Join us in harnessing the power of agriculture to build a better world for all.

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Faizna Agro Farming SMC Pvt Ltd presents an innovative agricultural real estate model that aligns with the mandates of different stakeholders on sustainable agriculture, economic growth, and community development. Our initiative empowers rural communities, promotes climate-resilient agriculture, and enhances market access, contributing to Pakistan's economic growth and global food security.

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I am excited to share my innovation with the world and collaborate with like-minded individuals and organizations to drive positive change. Together, let's create a brighter future and write a new chapter in global development.

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Thank you for your attention, and I look forward to your support and partnership in this groundbreaking initiative.

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Sincerely,

--? Kind Regards, Muhammad Ejaz Awan Cell 03335792700 03459552700 Philanthropist, Human & Refugee Rights Defender, Politician and Entrepreneur. Pioneer Barren Lands Cultivation in Pakistan Chairman: Faizna Agro Farming SMC Pvt Ltd, Faizna Developers Faizna Corporation and Faizna Developers & Builders, Green Brisk Developers & Builders SMC Pvt Ltd. Coordinator to Central President on Agro projects Pakistan Business forum & District President Pakistan business forum, Dera Ismail khan Founder: Community Help Community- CHC, CHC Edhi Network and Asian Young Leaders Assembly AYLA. Volunteer Global Peace Foundation GPF IYLA2014 Bangkok Member of ?Central Political Council Jamaat e Islami Pakistan, Alkhidmat foundation, Asia Pacific Refugee Rights Network (APRRN), Amnesty International, International Detention Coalition (IDC), UN Innovation Network, Chamber of Commerce Dera Ismail khan, Ex Member Professionals in Humanitarian Assistance and Protection (PHAP), Protection Cluster UNHCR, UNDP, UNOCHA, CCCM cluster, Food Security Cluster KP/FATA follow us www.chcworld.org, www.faizna.com, www.greenbrisk.com Twitter: MuhammadCHC