Volunteer Posts
Celebrating Women’s History Month: Interview with Usha Palaniswamy
March 11, 2024
In honor of Women’s History Month, we highlight the extraordinary women who dedicate their time and expertise to making a difference worldwide. One such inspiring individual is Usha Palaniswamy, a dedicated volunteer with Winrock International’s Farmer-to-Farmer program since 2006. Usha’s journey is a testament to the power of volunteerism and its impact on empowering women […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2024
March 8, 2024
We risk leaving more than 340 million women and girls in abject poverty by 2030, and an alarming 4 per cent could grapple with extreme food insecurity by that year. UN Women, 2023 Our world would be a better one if we did not have a need to celebrate International Women’s Day. Since 1910, countries […]
Celebrating Marie Roberte Laurent: Empowering Women Through Soap Making
October 6, 2023
Assignment Overview Marie’s assignment, our 247th in Senegal, occurred from July 2, 2019 to July 19, 2019. Partnered with the National Agency Of The House Of Tools (ANAMO) and the Tools House Of Mekhe, the primary objective was to train women from various villages on soap-making using agricultural products. The initiative was about crafting soap […]
Organic Farming in Nigeria: Training the Heartbeat of African Agriculture
October 6, 2023
One name stands out in this transformative narrative–Extension Africa (EXAF). This vibrant private agribusiness is rewriting the rules on how farming advisory services are delivered to farmers. Today, they have taken on a new mission, and with the help of Farmer-to-Farmer (F2F) volunteer Mark Otto, they are pioneering the path to sustainable and organic farming. […]
Jolene Warnke-Roszel: A Legacy of Dedication and Expertise in Pesticide Safety Training [NIG440]
September 6, 2023
In an interconnected world, ensuring the safety of our food becomes paramount. One of the most concerning issues is the presence of pesticide residues in our daily consumption. This journey began with a keen observation by a Winrock International Farmer-to-Farmer (F2F) volunteer in 2017 and is evolving into a robust program designed to safeguard our […]
Empowering Change: A Week with AFESE in Guinea [GUI289]
August 22, 2023
In the University Abdoulaye Barry meeting room at Kipé in Conakry, surrounded by eager faces, a sense of anticipation filled the air. It was June 30, 2023, the commencement of a transformative week in Guinea. At the helm of this mission was Dr. Sandra Ross, an Expert in International Development and a long-term volunteer for […]
Digital Revolution in Agriculture: A Lagos State Story [NIG483]
August 11, 2023
In the heart of Lagos State, a new chapter in agricultural development is being written, and its protagonist? Data. In our digital age, it’s clear: mastering data is not just an added skill but a necessity. Moreover, who better understands this than the Lagos State Agricultural Development Authority (LSADA)? With an aim to modernize farming […]
Green Empowerment: How FUMA-HG and Winrock International Revitalize Guinea’s Horticulture and Champion Inclusion
August 9, 2023
The story of the Federation of Horticulture Union in Upper Guinea Kankan (FUMA-HG) and its impact on empowering individuals, including those with disabilities, through horticulture is truly inspiring. It highlights the importance of sustainable agricultural practices and the transformative effect they can have on communities, particularly in regions facing economic challenges. The success of […]
Two Expert Educators, One Mission: Elevating Nigeria’s Pedagogical Prowess [NIG499]
August 7, 2023
In the sprawling green campus of the Federal College of Fisheries and Marine Technology (FCFMT) in Nigeria, a unique educational alliance blossomed, marking a pivotal moment in the academic journey of many. At the heart of this collaboration were two distinguished figures: Dr. Jessica Briskin and Dr. Tutaleni I. Asino. Their quest? To boost the […]
Empowering Women through Innovation: The Haldi Potti Journey in Agriculture and Economic Growth [SEN331]
August 4, 2023
Winrock International has completed yet another robust and empowering project in conjunction with the women’s collective of Haldi Potti! This initiative was actualized through the synergistic collaboration of Winrock International’s Farmer-to-Farmer Program and the assiduous volunteer efforts of Mr. Stephen Wood. Haldi Potti represents an industrious women’s assembly encompassing 155 members who constitute the nucleus […]