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Three ways SCALE-NRM supports locally led protection of forests and livelihoods in the Solomon Islands
June 3, 2024|post
The USAID Strengthening Competitiveness, Agriculture, Livelihoods and Environment – Natural Resources Management (SCALE-NRM) project, implemented by Winrock International and partners, is a five-year, $16.5 million investment in economic growth and trade in the Solomon Islands, with emphasis on development of the agribusiness sector and improved forestry management. In support of the Solomon Islands’ National Development […]
«Это мое призвание»: волонтеры проекта Winrock International «Действия Казахстана в борьбе с торговлей детьми» о своей деятельности
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На сегодняшний день существует множество различных видов волонтерской помощи – от пожертвований до выездов на места чрезвычайных ситуаций (ЧС). Актуальные исследования доказывают, что добровольное оказание помощи другим положительно влияет и на уровень счастья, и на карьерные возможности волонтеров. Например, согласно отчету Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) люди, которые волонтерят на регулярной основе на […]
«Бұл менің ыстық ықыласым»: Winrock International «Қазақстанның бала саудасына қарсы іс-қимылы» жобасының еріктілері өз қызметі туралы
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Бүгінгі таңда еріктілерге көмек көрсетудің көптеген түрлері бар – қайырымдылықтан бастап төтенше жағдайдағы (ТЖ) жерлерге шығуға дейін. Өзекті зерттеулер басқаларға ерікті түрде көмек көрсету бақыт деңгейіне де, еріктілердің мансаптық мүмкіндіктеріне де оң әсер ететінін дәлелдейді. Мысалы, Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) есебіне сәйкес, тұрақты негізде ерікті адамдар 27% жақсы лауазымға ие болады.
“It is my calling.”
May 24, 2024|post
There are many different types of volunteering, from donating money, to assisting in emergency situations, or volunteering one’s time. Current studies indicate that volunteering has a positive impact on volunteers’ levels of happiness as well as their career opportunities. According to a Corporation for National and Community Service report, people who volunteer on a regular […]
Pitch perfect – The Starch Value Chain Conference: a #thaiRAIN success story
May 20, 2024|post
RAIN forecast across the region The USDA-funded Thailand Regional Agriculture Innovation Network (#thaiRAIN) has started building a reputation for its innovative methods. For example, to achieve the goal of promoting climate-smart innovation to 30,000 farmers, #thaiRAIN is focused on building effective business models and encouraging early adoption through existing supply chain actors. While it might […]
A life in public service: David H. Pryor, 1934-2024
April 23, 2024|post
David H. Pryor, the former Arkansas governor, U.S. senator and U.S. representative who previously served on Winrock International’s Board of Directors, died on Saturday at his home in Little Rock, surrounded by his family. “I think he was a great model for public service. He was a great role model for politicians, but just for […]
Journal of Soil and Water Conservation features Winrock economist Jon Winsten
April 10, 2024|post
An article by Jon Winsten, an agricultural and environmental economist with Winrock International’s Ecosystem Services team, was published in the March/April 2024 issue of the Journal of Soil and Water Conservation. The article, “Low-overhead dairy grazing: A specific solution to a vexing problem,” describes how low-overhead dairy grazing can help producers achieve competitive profitability without exacerbating water […]
Coordination of pluralistic agriculture extension and advisory services in Senegal
April 5, 2024|post
This post was written by Winrock International’s Soniia David, project director of the USAID Enabling Farmers for Agricultural Transition project with Alphousseyni Diallo, EFAT Senegal country director; Nar Gade Alé Diang, EFAT extension and advisory services specialist; and Assane Sow, EFAT monitoring, evaluation and learning specialist. Agricultural extension and advisory services (EAS) provided by multiple […]
Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry wins 2024 ACR Climate Leadership Award
March 25, 2024|post
The following release was originally published by ACRcarbon.org on March 20, 2024. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry received the 2024 ACR Climate Leadership Award at ACR’s Climate Impact Awards event held last night. Other winners were the Government of Guyana, Climate Impact Partners, and Green Assets. ACR, an internationally recognized carbon crediting program […]
How USAID’s Upper Lempa Watershed project supports transboundary water security and resilience in Central America
March 21, 2024|post
The USAID Upper Lempa Watershed Project, implemented by Winrock International, focuses on the headwaters of the Lempa River, one of the longest in Central America – and the largest river in El Salvador. The project engages government, communities, environmental groups and other stakeholders across El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras to improve the health and resilience […]