Environmental Defenders, a leading organization promoting human rights and environmental conservation, has announced the establishment of Terra Cooperative, an agricultural cooperative aimed at fighting poverty and bolstering livelihoods for farming communities in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Launching with an initial network of 10,000 farmers across Mahagi, Djugu, Mambasa, and other locations in Ituri province, […]
Category: Women empowerment
Environmental Defenders, a leading organization promoting human rights, environmental conservation, and poverty reduction in the Albertine Rift region, celebrated International Women’s Day 2024 in a truly impactful way. Partnering with their radio branch, Terra FM, the organization distributed 40 radios to women listeners, amplifying female voices and fostering empowerment. Recognizing the power of communication and […]
The Environmental Defenders expresses profound sorrow at the passing of Mr. Ngom Udagu Filemon, the recipient of the 2023 Kilimo Prize Award. Mr. Filemon passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024, at 10am at Ther Aru Hospital in Abira, Mahagi area. Mr. Ngom Udagu Filemon has been afflicted with diabetes for a duration of 7 […]
Radio Terra is providing assistance to aid Climate Smart Agriculture activities and rural development via its radio broadcasts. Efforts to help agriculture primarily aim to enhance farmers’ awareness and implementation of climate-smart agricultural techniques, while also bolstering their comprehension of and capacity to participate in markets and access services. Radio Terra not only emphasizes Climate […]
Today, Environmental Defenders convened a dialogue with female activists and environmentalists from the Albertine region to share their stories in safeguarding rights, combating climate change, and preserving land rights. The conversation with women and girls aligns with the goals of the Environmental Defenders and Radio Terra FM programs, which seek to commemorate this year’s World […]