Volunteer Posts
Boosting Organizational Development Skills in Senegal: A Farmer-to-Farmer Initiative
July 10, 2023
At Winrock International, we believe in empowering communities by enabling them to be self-sufficient and equipping them with the necessary tools to build and strengthen their organizations. One of our most successful projects is the Farmer-to-Farmer program in Senegal, where we aim to improve the organizational development skills of the ANAMO group members. The objective […]
Embracing Linguistic Barriers: A Journey of Connection and Success [SEN342]
July 8, 2023
A successful mission is always anchored in effective communication. Yet, the beauty of human connection lies in its boundless nature. Even when we speak disparate languages, a shared intent can lead to an enriching discourse. A hodgepodge of words, laughter, and good-natured gestures can create a rhythm of its own, constructing bridges of understanding where […]
Empowering Mushroom Cultivation in Nigeria: Winrock International’s Farmer-to-Farmer Program in Action [NIG498]
June 28, 2023
Nancy Kaboh, Victoria Relief Foundation: “A big thank you to USAID through Winrock International for this training. It was very comprehensive, and Dr. Khalid did an excellent job explaining every step. Having a dedicated group of spawn producers will enable us to consistently have mushrooms, a critical component of the process.“ Dr. Khalid Hameed, F2F […]
A Beacon of Hope for Rural Farmers in Ghana: A Winrock International Farmer-to-Farmer Success Story [GHA165]
June 15, 2023
Volunteer Stephen Gary Bullen’s recent return to Africa set the stage for a transformative success story–a testimony to the power of strategic knowledge sharing and capacity building in transforming the agricultural sector. His journey took him to the heart of Ghana’s agrarian domain, a sector that serves as the country’s economic powerhouse, accounting for 54% […]
Rightly Valued and Welcomed Home: An Opportunity for People of Color in USAID’s Farmer-to-Farmer Program
May 25, 2023
I have always enjoyed travel shows, and food shows, and especially travel shows about food. Watching Anthony Bourdain eating his way around the likes of Vietnam in No Reservations, I’d often think how I too would love to host a travel food show. But I am a Vietnamese–Filipino woman. Naturally, I look nothing like Anthony […]
Improving Goat Production for Youth Entrepreneurs in Nepal
May 17, 2023
After returning from seven years of working in Dubai (a common trend among youth in Nepal), Keshar Jung Adhikari Chhetri started the Lekali Goat Farm in Syangja, Nepal. With just 18 goats and very little experience, Keshar was in need of training to ensure his goats were healthy and his budding business was profitable. F2F […]
Farmer-to-Farmer Volunteer Dr. Zama, Winrock’s Volunteer of the Year, Promotes Organic Farming in Ghana
April 19, 2023
Winrock’s Farmer-to-Farmer (F2F) provides a unique opportunity to engage volunteers to share their technical expertise while supporting a local organization. Every year, F2F recognizes one volunteer for dedication to the project. This year, Winrock recognized first-time volunteer, Dr. Isaac Zama. Dr. Zama traveled to Ghana and worked with a group called the Participatory Guarantee System […]
A Trail of Traceable Impact: How Winrock Farmer-to-Farmer Creates Meaningful and Sustainable Change
April 13, 2023
In international development, the Farmer-to-Farmer (F2F) Program has been making waves for decades, connecting American volunteers with farmers and entrepreneurs in developing countries to share their skills and knowledge. But what exactly is the F2F Program, and how does it work? To shed some light on this unique initiative, we turn to Michael Bassey, the […]
Give of Yourself a Spirit of Service – Highlighting Winrock International Recruiters Darla Embry and Dr. Olivia Caillouet
April 6, 2023
As a proud implementer of volunteer programs around the world, Winrock International is always happy to participate in celebrating and recognizing service. Each year at this time, we join many other organizations nationwide to reflect on volunteerism–particularly around these three questions: “What’s your story?”, “What does service mean to you?” and “Why do you volunteer?” […]
Empowered Women Empower Women – Sharing the Wisdom I’ve Gained from Fourteen Volunteer Assignments
March 30, 2023
When asked to write a piece for Women’s History Month, it caused me to quickly reflect over 28 years of working in women’s economic empowerment and perhaps some advances for women I have experienced while working in other countries and cultures. I have just returned from Senegal, where I have spent the last month completing […]