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The Director’s Take: Stephanie Lillegard on centering human rights within systems change
June 8, 2026
How is Winrock’s 2026-2028 strategic plan changing the way we work? In “The Director’s Take,” we ask leaders across the organization to share their thoughts on what’s shifting, how we’re working, and what comes next. Stephanie Lillegard, director of Winrock’s Human Rights portfolio, kicks off the series with insights on integrating human rights across supply […]
Power that lasts: Building resilience in Nepal’s mountain communities
June 1, 2026
#WinrockResilienceStories is aimed at amplifying community voices and sharing innovative approaches, partnerships and solutions that strengthen rural resilience, improve environmental outcomes and support both people and planet. This month, we’re featuring collaborative initiatives in Nepal that highlight how clean energy solutions are helping rural communities strengthen livelihoods, expand economic opportunity and build resilience to climate […]
Planting a forest across generations
May 12, 2026
This is the third installment of #WinrockResilienceStories, aimed at amplifying community voices and sharing innovative approaches, partnerships and solutions that strengthen rural resilience, improve environmental outcomes, and support both people and planet. This month, we’re featuring a case study published by ACR at Winrock International that spotlights how tree planting and carbon markets are helping […]
High-impact, nature-based solutions at scale
May 11, 2026
At Winrock International, resilience isn’t just a goal — it’s how we work. Winrock partners with communities, public agencies, the private sector and other stakeholders to protect, restore and finance the natural systems that sustain livelihoods and stabilize the climate. From jurisdictional forest conservation programs that span entire states and nations to interactive decision support […]
Meet the trafficking survivors turning recovery into prevention in Bangladesh
April 9, 2026
This is the second in our 2026 series, #WinrockResilienceStories, aimed at amplifying community voices and sharing the collaborative approaches, partnerships and solutions that strengthen rural resilience, improve environmental outcomes, and support both people and planet to flourish. Editor’s note: the four survivors spotlighted in this story have each authorized use of their names, images and quotes. […]
2026 ACR Climate Impact Awards recognize enduring commitment to climate action
April 6, 2026
This release was originally published on ACR’s website here. SAN DIEGO – ACR at Winrock International recognized trailblazing individuals and organizations for their commitments to climate action at its 2026 ACR Climate Impact Awards, which has been held annually for nearly 20 years. The 2026 ACR Climate Leadership Award was presented to Susan Biniaz, a […]
New EPA investment expands farmer‑led solutions for cleaner water – from Indiana to the Gulf
April 2, 2026
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Wallace Center at Winrock International is excited to announce the award of a $2 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Gulf of America Division. This investment will allow the Wallace Center and partners to significantly expand the grazing transition model in southern Indiana, scaling existing support services from one county to a four-county region. The project will resource farmers with financial and technical assistance that […]
Winrock International welcomes Suzanne E. Siskel as incoming Board Chair
March 31, 2026
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On March 3, 2026, Winrock International’s board of directors elected Suzanne E. Siskel as its new chair, and Tuan Nguyen as its vice chair. Together, they will lead Winrock’s board as the organization advances its new 2026–2028 strategic plan and deepens its focus on agriculture, environmental ecosystems and rural resilience. Siskel […]
Winrock, Riceland Foods expand support for U.S. rice producers through market-focused conservation farming program funded by USDA
March 6, 2026
LITTLE ROCK, ARK. — Winrock International, in partnership with Riceland Foods, is advancing a new phase of a U.S. Department of Agriculture-funded project designed to help American rice farmers strengthen profitability, competitiveness and long-term sustainability through market driven conservation practices. Funded through USDA’s Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) initiative — which supports multiple projects nationwide — Winrock is implementing an AMP […]
How Winrock’s Wallace Center is helping dairy farmers in rural U.S. communities boost profits and protect ecosystems
March 2, 2026
Wakiana Dairy, Wakarusa, Indiana