Press Release
Announcing the Inaugural Friends of Winrock
June 20, 2022
June 20, 2022 – Winrock International today announced the inception of a new, collaborative initiative called Friends of Winrock to amplify the scope and impact of the organization as its work expands and confronts increasingly complex new challenges. “This new network doubles down on one of our most highly-valued assets: our diverse array of multi-talented, […]
USAID and the Ministry of Primary and Mass Education Launch New Project to Improve Quality of Early Education
June 10, 2022
The following press release was originally issued by USAID/Bangladesh: Dhaka, June 7 – Today, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director Kathryn Stevens joined the Senior Secretary of the Ministry of Primary and Mass Education (MoPME) Mr. Md. Aminul Islam Khan and Director General of the Directorate of Primary Education (DPE) Mr. Alamgir Mohammed […]
ACR Updates Program Rules for Tokenization of Carbon Credits
May 31, 2022
May 31, 2022 – The American Carbon Registry (ACR), a nonprofit enterprise of Winrock International, has announced updated program rules, effective immediately, that prohibit the tokenization of ACR carbon offset credits unless explicitly authorized by ACR. The updated rules, detailed in the legal Terms of Use agreement with ACR account holders, are designed to protect carbon asset […]
The Global Fund to End Modern Slavery Announces New Program to Support Migrant Workers in Malaysia, Indonesia
May 4, 2022
The Global Fund to End Modern Slavery (GFEMS) is excited to announce a new partnership with a corporate foundation to create safer migration pathways for migrant workers in Malaysia and Indonesia. The foundation’s $1.2 million commitment will empower more workers with tools and knowledge to migrate safely and will engage businesses to promote ethical recruitment […]
Rodney Ferguson of Winrock International joins Concordia’s Board of Directors
May 3, 2022
May 3, 2022 – Concordia is pleased to announce that Rodney Ferguson, President & CEO of Winrock International, has been appointed to the Concordia Board of Directors. In his role at Winrock, Ferguson ensures the organization follows its mission of increasing economic opportunity and sustaining natural resources, and is responsible for strategic, programmatic, financial, and […]
ACR launches Innovative Registry Infrastructure for Removal Credits
April 18, 2022
April 18, 2022 – The American Carbon Registry (ACR), a nonprofit enterprise of Winrock International, has pioneered new registry functionality to label credits verified as removals for project types including afforestation/reforestation (A/R), Improved Forest Management (IFM) and Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS). The announcement coincides with the publication of a first-of-its-kind, industry-leading approach for distinguishing verified […]
ACR Presents annual awards celebrating outstanding environmental achievements
April 7, 2022
ANAHEIM, Calif. ─ April 7, 2022 – Last night, the American Carbon Registry (ACR), a nonprofit enterprise of Winrock International, hosted its annual gala reception to recognize and thank its members and partners. ACR Executive Director Mary Grady welcomed guests, presented highlights from the last two years and described the awards to be presented, including the individual Climate […]
Winrock CEO Rodney Ferguson Appointed to Advisory Board of The Vanderbilt Project on Unity & American Democracy
March 29, 2022
Winrock International President and CEO Rodney Ferguson has been appointed to the advisory board of The Vanderbilt Project on Unity & American Democracy. The Vanderbilt Unity Project has appointed advisory board members as part of its long-term strategy to create a more united states by elevating factual, respectful, and evidence-based national dialogues. The advisory board […]
Winrock Welcomes New Board Member Michaela Edwards
March 15, 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C. — March 15, 2022 — Winrock International, the U.S.-based national and international economic development organization, today announces the appointment of Michaela Edwards to its board of directors. “Winrock works to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources,” said Michaela Edwards. “I am thrilled to join the board of Winrock International […]
Winrock-Led USDA Project to Improve Worker Health in Delta Communities
January 31, 2022
North Little Rock, Ark. ─ Jan. 31, 2022 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $974,978 to improve the health and wellness of the rural workforce in four Arkansas counties that currently experience higher rates of chronic diseases, health risk factors and other health disparities. The USDA Supporting Health Advances for Rural Employees […]