When I first talked about this idea many people told me was far-fetched, didn’t make sense logistically, and would be too expensive. When I received the grant, the support that I got was not just financial. The award made me feel like others believed in my idea and believed in my ability to carry out this dream, and this gave me the confidence I needed to say that I was going to go through with my project anyway. And I am so glad that I did because now I am so lucky to see every day the impact that this program has on the lives of the individual queer and trans youth who participate and also see the conversations and changes in our community that are coming from bringing awareness of queer and trans youth issues to more people. This has been so powerful to see, especially with the passage of HB2 in North Carolina that enables discrimination against queer and trans people.
Abby Hylton, Queer Youth Circus, North Carolina
Resty Nabaggala, a dedicated advocate for gender equality and youth empowerment in Uganda, is working to tackle menstrual poverty and promote education for girls. Growing up in a rural area plagued by poverty, child marriages, and limited educational opportunities, Resty experienced firsthand the challenges that hindered girls` access to education.
After witnessing the stark realities faced by her peers—many of whom were forced into early marriages or dropped out of school due to menstruation-related issues—Resty became deeply committed to addressing the root causes of gender inequality and educational barriers in her community. This passion led her to establish the Here For Her Foundation, with the goal to empower girls and women by providing menstrual education, access to reusable sanitary pads, and advocacy for girls` rights.
Through initiatives like the Pad Her Project - supported by a seed grant from The Pollination Project - Resty and her team are working tirelessly to break the silence surrounding menstruation and dismantle the societal taboos that perpetuate menstrual poverty. By offering educational sessions, distributing reusable pads, and empowering girls with the knowledge and skills to manage their menstrual health, Resty aims to ensure that no girl is deprived of her right to education due to menstruation-related challenges.
#menstrualhygiene #menstrualhealth #periodpoverty #heartivism #womenempowerment #girlsempowerment #uganda
During Volunteers` Week, we at The Pollination Project express our deepest gratitude to the extraordinary individuals who form the backbone of our organization.
Our dedicated volunteers, from the grant advisors who meticulously select the projects we fund, to the grantees whose community service initiatives are brought to life by volunteer effort, embody a spirit of service that is truly inspiring. The commitment, passion, and tireless dedication of these volunteers fuel every aspect of our work, enabling us to make a meaningful impact in communities around the world.
Thank you for your invaluable contribution and for proving that together, we can be a powerful force for positive change. ⭐
#volunteerweek #gratitude #volunteers #positivechange #service #commitment #heartivism #grantmaking #philanthropy
🌟 Volunteer Week 🌟 Celebrating our family of Grant Advisors!
Today we celebrate our grant advisors dedicated to #Environment & #Climate.
♻️ Mashauri Marco (Tanzania)
🌳 Madjalia Seynou (United States)
♻️ MBIFI Valantine MBIFI (Cameroon)
🌳 Bernard Molho Bwambale (Uganda)
♻️ Herbert Santo de Lima (Brazil)
🌳 Muhindo Geoffrey (Uganda)
♻️ Katherine Markova (United States)
🌳 Krugen Peter Mwembe (Kenya)
♻️ Aadya Joshi (India/United States)
@farmsahel
@_therightgreen
@climateinteractive
#climatechange #activism #heartivism #supportactivists #climateactivist #heartivism #advisors #grantmaking #grants #volunteerweek
Sowing Change: Episode #2!!!
In this episode Natasha interviews Patrick Arnold, the founder of @10billionstrong , a leadership development organization focused on environmental sustainability. Patrick received the seed grant at the very beginning of his initiative, that is now an amazing 501(c) organization, helping and empowering thousands of activists all over the world.
Since 2019, 10 Billion Strong
🌱 Has worked with emerging leaders in 93 countries across 6 continents.
🌱 Has guided 155 master trainers to utilize their curriculum to catalyze leaders in their local communities.
🌱 Has assured their 7,555 Green Leaders Academy participants are trained to address environmental challenges.
🌱 These leaders have inspired over 30,234+ environmental actions including community cleanups, advocacy campaigns, and tree plantings.
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Tune in to be inspired and to see the incredible impact of a seed grant!
#environmentalprotection #earthday #environment #climateactivists #climatechange #10billionstrong #sowingchange #seedgrants #heartivism #leadership #kenya #ghana #namibia #thailand #indonesia
