Tag: Africa

Mining Study: Small Grants and Strong Networks

A recent look into our grantmaking in Peru and Ghana proved that small grants are key in strengthening social and environmental movements and protecting natural resources.

Undermining Access to Land by Mining and Oil Extraction

In Western Africa, most people are in rural areas, where they live completely from their land. The global hunger for oil, minerals, and other of Africa’s resources is pushing millions off their land.

Water Warriors: Exposing the Threats of Dams in Africa

Celebrate Earth Month! Throughout the month of April we’ll be featuring a different (and incredible) Water Warrior each week—grassroots groups that are protecting and improving access to clean water with the support of Aveda and Global Greengrants Fund.

World Water Day 2011: Get Involved!

Celebrate and raise awareness about one of our planet’s most precious resources. You can continue to support clean water throughout April with Earth Month, Aveda, and Global Greengrants Fund.

Celebrating our Inspiring Leaders on International Women’s Day

Honoring International Women’s Day, we recognize silk weaver Madame Kommaly Chantavong and the thousands of women in our network working towards change.

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