From Beadwork to Agroforestry: Growing Sustainable Futures
The pandemic challenged many of us, and our beadwork business was no exception. But from this challenge, a new vision emerged: Agroforestry for sustainable communities.
We started a Food Forest, planting indigenous trees, vegetables, fruits, maize, beans, herbs, and spices. Today, 10 women work daily on the farm, caring for the plants and earning a stable income at the end of each month. Additionally, 12 students contribute during school holidays, using their earnings to pay for their education. So far, 4 students have completed high school thanks to this initiative.
Our journey hasn’t been easy. We began during a severe four-year drought, often buying water twice a week at significant cost to keep the farm alive. Since April, the rains have returned, and our Food Forest is thriving.
The vision is clear: to expand from village to village, creating jobs, food security, and opportunities for women and the community at large so that people can sustain themselves through the power of nature.
Nature is our religion. She nurtures those who respect her, and in return, gives back in abundance, love, life, and blessings.
You can see our projects on YouTube:
First two photos is before and after!
School Project-
