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Project Tres supports women artisans through education and skills-training in India and Kenya. We believe that providing education on fair trade and self-sustainability is the key to create new life-changing economic and social opportunities.

Empowered Fem is dedicated to igniting and sustaining an energy movement designed to catalyze ambition in young women and thereby power the developing workforce. Our objective is to provide resources and encouragement to individuals who otherwise may not receive either.

Providing a safe space for young girls and young women to envision and pursue the future they want for themselves and their communities through life-skills and reproductive health training and awareness, Arts and Sports, professional development and scholarship program me.

Empower Vulnerable women, orphans and adolescent girls by providing access to education healthcare and economic opportunities.We are committed to fostering resilience, dignity and self sufficiency through sustainable program that addresses Poverty , gender inequality and social exclusion.

Our Mission Innovative Young Minds' goal is to expose young women in school years 11 and 12 to career and research opportunities available in STEMM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and high-tech manufacturing) sectors here in New Zealand. IYM seeks to encourage diversity and equality in our science and technology industry by inspiring a new generation of innovators and industry leaders. Females are grossly underrepresented in the STEMM sector and we want to change that. For example, only 12% of engineers in New Zealand are currently women. Women also face significant barriers in entering and progressing within the science and technology workforce. Increasing female participation in STEMM will mean greater innovation and economic success for everyone. In the testing times we are currently in, this new breed of creative problem solvers and innovators will be the ones tackling the big challenges of the 21st century such as Covid-19 and climate change. We need to inspire talented people to invent new ways of working, living, travelling and making things. To build a better future, the next generation of engineers, scientists, engineers and technicians need to better reflect our diverse society. This is why it is so important to encourage more young women to get involved in science and technology. New Zealand is home to brilliant and passionate young women. We know this because 370 of them have participated in IYM's programmes. These young women give us hope for the future. IYM's mission is to break down barriers and encourage young women to enter the STEMM sector and to do so we must ensure that our programmes are as engaging and accessible as possible. Our programmes are run by a small but passionate team made up of our five dedicated board members, who come from within our local business and council networks, and one very hard working part time operational staff member. Despite the small team, we're working hard to make a difference to the young women in New Zealand by providing fit-for-purpose locally-based programmes so that we invigorate our future STEMM labour market. How Covid-19 changed our programmes When Covid-19 arrived in 2020, it changed everything for IYM. We were unable to run our normal residential programmes and in response, we created a purpose built online programme that could be delivered to a larger number of students across New Zealand. Delivered virtually via Zoom and Google Classroom, the programme was hugely successful demonstrating there was a strong demand for an accessible online programme. This year our online programme was held in the April school holidays and nearly 100 young women from across New Zealand participated in it. Creating an engaging and participatory virtual programme from scratch in a short time had its challenges but the feedback we received from students told us we were on the right track. We incorporated virtual site tours, compelling and inspirational speakers, mentoring sessions and the Innovation Challenge which is the highlight of every programme we run. The participant fee was only $30 including GST per person which ensured the programme was accessible to all. We were lucky to have Covid-19 relatively well under control in New Zealand by mid 2021 so we were able to proceed with both the new online programme AND our original residential programme, just with a few tweaks; this year we made the decision to only open the residential programme to students in the Greater Wellington Region (rather than the whole country) as this meant that we could more easily manage the financial risks associated with further Covid-19 related lockdowns. This programme was held in the July 2021 school holidays and 39 young women from high schools from the Greater Wellington Region took part. During the week-long residential programme, students attended site visits at universities, Crown Research Institutes and other STEMM organisations where they took part in a range of hands-on STEMM activities. During the programme, students also interacted with women from the science and technology sector who shared their personal journeys and experiences, completed an innovation challenge over the week and learned to network with industry representatives. Students also joined sponsors, business representatives and participants from across the programme at a formal parliamentary reception to finish the week. Thanks to the generosity of our funders, participants only pay $170 including GST per person and successful applicants pay this fee once they are accepted onto the programme. On both our online and residential programmes, participants experience the following: - Tours of laboratories and other spaces in universities, Crown Research Institutes and businesses. - Interactive sessions where researchers and innovators showcase their research and work. - Inspiring career sessions led by women working in STEMM. - Team-building and networking sessions. - An Innovation Challenge where participants work in teams led by industry expert mentors. Accessibility is key to our success We know that there are numerous barriers that stop students, and particularly young females from experiencing STEMM opportunities. Some of these include where they live, family life, expectations and responsibilities, and financial barriers. Our goal is to reduce as many of these barriers as possible so that at least 140 young New Zealand female students per year get the opportunity to experience STEMM careers that might spark their interest for the future. Whilst our programmes have been through a period of growth and change since IYM's inception in 2017, we have never been afraid of making changes, for the right reasons. So far we have delivered once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunities for over 370 young women from years 11 and 12 and with additional funding and support we know that we can make this even more impactful and ultimately extend our impact even further. The Innovation Challenge The Innovation Challenge aspect of the programme is immensely successful as it encourages teamwork, friendship, collaboration, problem-solving and design-thinking skills. It also develops research skills and builds confidence as participants deliver presentations back to their peers. We'd like to grow this into The 3M Innovation Challenge so that more young women can participate, learn and benefit from the experience. We know it is life changing, can lead to friendships and gives students the confidence they might need to pursue their passion for a STEMM career - or at the very least give new opportunities a go. The Innovation Challenge allows students to: - Investigate the Challenge. - Choose enabling technologies and design a solution using these. - Make a quick prototype of their solution. - Present their solution. - Celebrate success in a supportive team environment. "If these young women keep up the confidence and motivation I saw, our future is going to benefit from a fabulous generation of problem-solvers". Innovation Challenge 2021 judge Vanessa Oakley, General Manager, Strategy & Business Operations, Chorus "I found it inspiring to see the environmental solutions that the young women in this years' IYM cohort developed during the Innovation Challenge and the poise with which they presented their ideas. Young people think of solutions that adults would never dream of. Investing in them might be the key to building a better world". Innovation Challenge 2021 judge Dr Catlin Powers, Namaste Foundation Video links for more information: https://youtu.be/4UjtV94jUkA https://youtu.be/BXw-k5d0MhA https://youtu.be/BlwdpiK-QeI

Who is Limye Lavi? What does Limye Lavi do? Limye Lavi is a Haitian organization that has been in existence since 1993. It works with marginalized communities in Haiti, especially those that are the most rural. Its mission is to work together with other organizations to help people in the most marginalized communities to cultivate the types of education and experiences that are based on respect and dignity, and which lead to autonomy. Limye Lavi works with all types of people, without distinction, particularly people from marginalized communities. Limye Lavi's main goal is to help the communities it works with to organize themselves and develop strategies so that: - all children in the community attend school and receive a quality education ; - community members neither send children to, nor receive children from the restavek system ; - the rights of all children are respected ; - communities produce more agricultural products and apply good techniques to increase income and improve economic living standards. Fondasyon Limye Lavi's work is focused in 3 main areas: Education, Protection and Defense of Children's Rights, and Agricultural / Economic Accompaniment. 1- Education Limye Lavi holds in-services for teachers and school directors, organizes rural schools into networks to meet together and create solutions for the educational problems experienced in the rural communities, organize themselves to defend children's rights, and work so that all children can go to school and receive a quality education. It incorporates a Match system to help schools cover their budgets, Book Banks so students can have books to study, and Accelerated Programs so older children who haven't had the chance to go to school can benefit from a good education. Limye Lavi also holds trainings for adults in the community to raise parents' awareness of how they can become more effectively involved in their children's education. 2-Protection and Defense of Children's Rights Specifically to protect and defend children's rights, Limye Lavi works to eliminate the restavek system (child labor system) in the rural communities. It holds trainings for community members about children's and youth's rights. It helps communities create committees to defend and protect children's rights, and accompanies the committees in helping the most vulnerable children in the communities, especially those children who return to the rural communities from being in the child labor (restavek) system. 3-Agricultural/Economic Accompaniment To help the communities increase their agricultural production and raise more money to function, Limye Lavi holds trainings focused on money management and agricultural techniques, and accompanies them in improving their planting and technical skills, taking better care of their gardens, and developing economic activities to increase agricultural production, save money and manage credit programs among themselves. Limye Lavi specifically uses methods that are built on participation, that allow people to share ideas and respect each other, develop tolerant and democratic spirits among themselves, and which develop collective ideas and shared leadership in the communities. It develops and uses methods such as: Reflection Circles, Open Space, ESK (Edikayson se yon Konvesasyon- Education is a Conversation), etc.

Integrated Rural Awareness & Development Organization (IRADO) is a not-for-profit, non-governmental humanitarian organization established in October 2009. The Organization is registered under the Societies Act 1860 of Pakistan. IRADO aims to strive for reinforcing the socio-economic status of deprived communities in the disaster-prone Zone of Sindh. Since its inception, IRADO has worked for the empowerment of the downtrodden poorest. IRADO assists communities to achieve socioeconomic status and thereby improve the lives of marginalized families through an integrated rural development approach, mobilizing communities and enhancing their capacities to improve their living standards. IRADO holds vast experience as an effective organization in implementing sustainable development projects. The Organization has completed multiple small, medium, and large-scale projects in collaboration with national, international, and philanthropic partners. The majority of its funding comes from consistence local as well international partners, the long-standing presence and rich experience of IRADO demonstrate the organization's commitment and ability to engage with various stakeholders and contribute to addressing rural development challenges. Its expansion from desert to other areas in Sindh is another strength that adds value to remain relevant and efficient. One of organization's key strengths is its focus and productive engagement of its beneficiaries which consists of vulnerable groups, including women, youth, children, orphans, widows, and differently able persons from the rural and far-flung areas of rural as well of urban areas of Sindh. While operating with an inclusive approach ensuring the onboarding of all stakeholders and relevant government departments, the emphasis demonstrates the organization's commitment to social equity and inclusion in its development interventions. Additionally, the IRADO program prioritization with a comprehensive and integrated approach to rural development, while addressing various aspects of rural life, including the availability of drinking water, sanitation, hygiene, food security, nutrition, livelihoods, emergencies, disaster risk reduction, education, women's and youth empowerment, sustainable community engagement, climate change, and good governance make IRADO unique among all players. IRADO's prime thematic area prioritizes humanitarian Assistance at all stages and for all walks of life. IRADO steps forward to wrestle with social issues by involving like-minded organizations and alliances. Vision: "To strive for well-mobilized youth, women & child community as socially aware, economically empower, politically participative and access to all health, human rights and socially equal a just fair society without any caste, creed, and religious discriminations." Mission: To bring multi-sectoral and pro-poor partnerships, serve communities through a gender-balanced approach, nurture institutions of the people, and build their capacities in various sectors for sustainable community development. Objectives: 1. To Mobilize, educate and engage marginalized communities, focusing youth, and women groups in integrated rural development of the program area, 2. Enhance the managerial capacities and technical skills of the indigenous communities, especially of women to develop & empower their leadership in the development process, 3. Promote access to quality education, and Primary health care focusing on women, and girls through efficient advocacy and community-based development programs, 4. To promote and protect environment management and thereby work for climate change adaptation and reduce disaster risks at the community level. 5. Raising awareness through mobilization for the sustainable development & Protection of the rights of the deprived communities, 6. To partner and develop linkages with institutions and networks for timely sharing of resources, and expertise and join for participatory and sustainable development, Organizational Values: o Equity: Ensuring that all segments of society have the opportunity to reach their full potential and participate fully in the development process, regardless of their background or circumstances. o Empowerment: Helping marginalized communities, particularly youth and women, to build the skills, resources, and confidence they need to advocate for their rights and take control of their development. o Inclusion: Promoting the participation and representation of marginalized groups, such as youth and women, in decision-making processes and efforts to address social and economic issues. o Sustainability: Ensuring that development efforts are sustainable in the long term, taking into account the needs of present and future generations and the impact on the environment. o Partnership: Building strong partnerships with local communities, institutions, and other organizations to share resources, and expertise, and collaborate on development efforts. o Transparency: Operating in an open and accountable manner, with clear goals, objectives, and processes, and being responsive to the needs and concerns of marginalized communities. Thematic Areas: o Community Mobilization: to organize rural communities, train and provide them with a lead role as capacitated partners in the rural development of the society. o Rights and Protection: Especially focused on the poorest, women youth, and minorities, educate aware and equip them for raising their voices to exercise their rights promised in the constitution of the land. o Sustainable Livelihood Support: Protect & Promote natural resources, Specially Agriculture up skilling youth for employable skills, contributing to small and medium enterprises, and promoting volunteerism for the development and well-being of society. o Social Services: to facilitate in access to education, basic health, water supply, and sanitation services. o Climate Change & Disaster Preparedness: educate, empower and engage the community and local institutions on climate change, and disaster risks and contribute to the humanitarian response in emergencies. Agriculture is very important to Pakistan's economy and community. It is the largest sector, employing over 42% of the workforce and contributing around 24% to the country's GDP, cotton contributes nearly 10 per cent in the agriculture GDP and a source of 60 per cent foreign exchange earnings. The value addition through cotton is 8.2 per cent in agriculture and 2 per cent in the GDP. Integrated Rural Awareness & Development Organization (IRADO) one core theme is Cotton sustainability programs aim to address the environmental, social, and economic challenges associated with cotton production while ensuring the long-term viability of cotton-growing communities. IRADO done these all through 20 farmers groups/organizations, in Umerkot, TM khan, Badin and Matiari District of Sindh. Environmental Protection and Restoration: 1- Sustainable Agriculture Practices: Promoting the adoption of environmentally friendly farming techniques such as reduced tillage, crop rotation, integrated pest management, and the use of organic fertilizers to minimize the environmental impact of cotton cultivation. 2- Water Management: Implementing water-efficient irrigation systems, promoting rainwater harvesting techniques, and encouraging farmers to use water judiciously to conserve this precious resource. 3- Biodiversity Conservation: Preserving and enhancing biodiversity within cotton-growing regions by protecting natural habitats, promoting agroforestry practices, and minimizing the use of harmful chemicals that can harm local ecosystems. 4- Soil Health: Supporting soil conservation practices such as cover cropping, mulching, and composting to improve soil fertility, structure, and resilience, thereby enhancing the long-term productivity of cotton farms. Social and Economic Development: 1- Fair Labor Practices: Ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions, and the prohibition of child labor in cotton production to uphold human rights and improve the livelihoods of cotton farming communities. 2- Community Empowerment: Investing in education, healthcare, and infrastructure projects to enhance the well-being and resilience of cotton-growing communities, fostering economic diversification and reducing dependency on cotton farming. 3- Gender Equality: Promoting gender equality and women's empowerment within cotton communities by providing access to education, training, and resources for women farmers, and ensuring their participation in decision-making processes. 4- Capacity Building: Offering training programs, technical assistance, and access to innovative technologies to help cotton farmers improve their agricultural practices, increase yields, and adapt to changing environmental conditions and market dynamics. Market Access and Supply Chain Transparency: 1- Market Linkages: Facilitating direct relationships between cotton producers and buyers committed to sustainability, fair trade, and ethical sourcing, thereby providing market access and premium prices for sustainably produced cotton. 2- Consumer Awareness: Raising awareness among consumers about the importance of supporting sustainable cotton production and encouraging responsible purchasing decisions through marketing campaigns, labeling initiatives, and product certifications.

Mission: Tributary initiative for Learning mission is to employ essential skills, expertise and passion to improve the quality of education, employability, economic well-being and quality of life. Goals:To create socially responsible, literate and mentally balanced employable young persons in the community. Our founding principles hinges on integrity, gender equality, right to basic education and impart of life skills.

Canales is a non-profit organization conformed by deaf and hearing people concerned by the marginal situation of deaf people in Argentina. We promote the right of deaf children for an accessible education, through educative projects. All our projects are based on the recognition of sign language as the natural language of the deaf, and on the active participation of deaf people in the design and development of educative programs.

To be a welcoming space for the LGBTQIAP+ population, always taking into account intersectionalities, such as issues of gender expressions and identity, sexual affective orientation, race and class. To act in the promotion of human dignity and social well-being of all people in a broad and free way, working to guarantee the effective access of this population to social and economic rights, in order to contribute to the structural transformation of society.

Constituye el fin de la Asociacion: Acompanar a personas en situacion de vulnerabilidad en el acceso a los derechos fundamentales y la igualdad de oportunidades para la practica de la ciudadania. ____ [Helping people (children an families) in situations of vulnerability and with difficulties in access to fundamental rights and equal opportunities for the practice of citizenship.]

Our mission is to advocate for the underprivileged children and women, release them from their economic, social and physical poverty and enable them to become responsible and fulfilled people in the society. Tumaini Miles of Smiles Centre was founded in 2004 after seeing the need in the rural areas especially in the lives of the orphans, vulnerable children and poor families. Rural areas are areas that rarely benefit from large international organisation as they are not easily accessed and this has left many children and women to suffer with no hope. It is in this regard that Tumaini was founded to be a light in the lives of the needy in rural areas.