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Virtual design studio set to revolutionize Zimbabwe’s leather sector
With the creation of a computer aided virtual design studio, Zimbabwe’s shoe industry takes a big step forward in an effort to streamline the shoe design process. The innovative new studio will foster growth in the country’s leather sector through accessible technology and enhanced efficiency.
25 July 2024
Advocacy and campaigning in Europe in support of sustainable global value chains
Whilst European lobbying and advocacy is still a relatively recent focus area for Solidaridad, it plays a major role in the RECLAIM Sustainability! partnership. Gert van der Bijl and Catarina Vieira*, (former) EU policy advisors at Solidaridad Europe, outline the path their organization has taken in the EU policy arena.
22 July 2024
(Senior) Climate Finance Business Development Manager
Are you passionate about contributing to change that matters and do you have extensive networks, and experience in mobilizing multi-million climate finance contracts from large institutional donors? Solidaridad offers you a rewarding and meaningful job in an inspiring and international setting with the opportunity to make a real difference in the world.
19 July 2024
Ghanaian farmers building resilience in the face of climate challenges
From seed selection to fighting pests, Ghana’s farmers are taking up climate-smart methods to boost yields and increase food security. An on-going initiative provides training to farmers on sustainable practices for rice, maize, and vegetable crops in an effort to support a resilient agricultural sector in Ghana.
18 July 2024
PALM OIL CONFERENCE DISPELS MYTHS, HIGHLIGHTS CROP’S KEY ROLE IN SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS
Numerous stakeholders gathered in India at a recent conference to highlight palm oil's potential to help the country achieve self-sufficiency in edible oils, with many speakers promoting sustainable palm oil emphasizing the crop’s high yields compared to other oil crops and its economic benefits for farmers.
15 July 2024
In the words of Faustina Aberor: Women’s cocoa cooperative making strides toward equality
Faustina Aberor is president of the Brong Ahafo Women Cooperative Cocoa Farmers and Marketing Central Union (BAWCOF) in Ghana. The cooperative comprises seven thousand members - all women cocoa farmers. Faustina tells her story in an interview recently published in the Power of Voices special edition from the journalism platform Vice Versa.
12 July 2024
Access to Finance Drives Sustainable Agriculture: David Amoamah’s Story
In Ghana, smallholder farmers like David Amoamah have struggled to access loans for farm improvements. Now, an innovative pilot project connecting farmers with financing, reliable service providers, and a guaranteed market for their crops has brought a real improvement to the livelihoods of 47 oil palm farmers.
05 July 2024
ToR: Country scoping mission of the United Kingdom
Solidaridad Europe is seeking the services of a qualified consultant to undertake a scoping mission that provides useful insights for strategic decisions to strengthen its profile and engagement in the United Kingdom.
04 July 2024