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(Months)", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our organization, deeply rooted in community engagement and sustainable agriculture, stands at the forefront of addressing the multifaceted crisis gripping rural communities. With a mission to empower rural women through education on sustainable agriculture techniques and digital financial literacy, we aim to combat poverty, environmental degradation, and food insecurity head-on.\nBy bridging the gap in crypto literacy, providing training in sustainable farming practices, and establishing women saving groups, our project offers a beacon of hope for those marginalized in the digital age. Through proactive planning and empowerment initiatives, we not only seek to uplift individuals but also lay the groundwork for resilient and equitable rural communities. With a budget of over two years, we aspire to transform the lives of over 5000 farmers and 100 women saving groups, fostering a future where sustainable agriculture thrives alongside economic empowerment.\nIn the heart of rural communities, where the pulse of agriculture beats strongest, a silent crisis unfolds, affecting the lives and futures of countless individuals. This crisis is multifaceted, rooted in a lack of crypto literacy, pervasive poverty, environmental degradation, and food insecurity. It is within this context that our project seeks to intervene, aiming to weave a tapestry of knowledge and empowerment for rural women groups who stand at the intersection of these challenges.\nThe importance of addressing this issue cannot be overstated. Recent data indicates that over 70% of rural women in developing countries are engaged in agricultural work yet remain disproportionately affected by poverty. This economic vulnerability is exacerbated by a lack of access to digital savings tools and financial literacy, particularly in the realm of emerging technologies such as cryptocurrency. The gap in crypto literacy not only sidelines these women from participating in modern financial ecosystems but also hinders their ability to secure their economic future and contribute to the resilience of their communities.\nEnvironmental degradation further compounds these challenges. Unsustainable farming practices have led to soil depletion, water scarcity, and loss of biodiversity\u2014critical issues that threaten food security for these communities. With agriculture being both a victim and a contributor to environmental degradation, there is an urgent need for sustainable solutions that can break this cycle.\nOur project targets rural women groups who are often the backbone of agricultural productivity yet face systemic barriers that limit their potential. By focusing on this population, we aim to address the root causes of food insecurity and environmental degradation through education on sustainable agriculturetechniques and digital financial literacy. The ripple effects of empowering these women with knowledge and tools extend far beyond individual gains; they have the potential to transform entire communities.\nThe stakes are high, and the need is urgent. As we stand at the crossroads of technological advancement and environmental sustainability, our project offers a beacon of hope for rural women caught in the throes of poverty and food insecurity. Through our intervention, we aim to not only alleviate immediate hardships but also lay the groundwork for a future where these women are active participants in shaping a more resilient and equitable world.\nIn conclusion, our project is not just an initiative; it's a lifeline for those who have been left behind in the digital age and bear the brunt of environmental degradation. By addressing crypto literacy, poverty, environmental degradation, and food insecurity in tandem, we can unlock a new horizon of possibilities for rural women groups, fostering an environment where sustainable agriculture thrives alongside economic empowerment. This is more than an investment in individuals; it's an investment in the very fabric of rural communities that form the backbone of our agricultural systems.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe your project in a few paragraphs (ideally including a problem statement, solution, roadmap, and timeline for implementation)", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Introducing crypto/Web3 technology to our project adds significant value by revolutionizing the way we incentivize and empower farmers and women saving groups. By rewarding farmers who save $20 on their crypto wallets and those practicing regenerative agriculture with organic manure, we create a direct financial incentive for sustainable practices. This not only encourages environmentally friendly farming techniques but also promotes financial inclusion and literacy among rural communities.\nBlockchain technology is essential for ensuring transparency, security, and immutability in these reward systems. Through blockchain, we can track and verify transactions securely, guaranteeing that rewards are distributed fairly and efficiently. The decentralized nature of blockchain also eliminates the need for intermediaries, reducing costs and increasing trust among participants.\nA traditional or Web2 solution would fall short in providing the same level of transparency, security, and efficiency that blockchain offers. Without blockchain technology, tracking rewards and ensuring their proper distribution could be prone to errors, delays, or even manipulation. Additionally, the decentralized nature of Web3 allows for greater autonomy and control over financial transactions compared to traditional centralized systems.\nBy leveraging crypto/Web3 technology and blockchain in our project, we not only enhance the effectiveness of our reward mechanisms but also pave the way for a more inclusive and secure financial ecosystem for rural communities. This innovative approach goes beyond conventional methods by combining sustainability incentives with digital financial empowerment, ultimately creating a more resilient foundation for agricultural development and economic growth in rural areas.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project support the mission or goals of DeSci?", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "AYOWECCA UGANDA is a community led NGO in Tororo, East Uganda. At AYOWECCA UGANDA, we train rural farmers on regenerative agricultural methods/smart agriculture that are environmentally sustainable, map agricultural practices in carbon credits, promote agroforestry and permaculture where farmers can plant fruit trees besides growing food or cash crops and learn how to make organic manure and pesticides.\n\nWe also have a charity which works in our local communities to mobilize climate change awareness and education, crypto education, tree planting and wetlands and peatland restoration campaigns, workshops, storytelling, giving seeds to farmers, etc.\n\nFor GG21, we request that with your support, we can create a thriving community training/skilling center and demonstration farm to help our community adapt to the escalating impacts of climate change. We seek to build climate resilience for rural, low-income communities with a focus on women, families and youth. Your support will also help us plant more fruit trees in schools, health centers and churches. Our training space is small and we would like to get a bigger place in order to help more people, and also to be able to pay additional facilitators. Our vision is that by next year, many of our supporters can visit our farm and recommend interns for our organization.\n\nAt Ayowecca Uganda, we believe the time to act is now to safeguard not only the natural heritage of Tororo, Eastern Uganda, but also the health, prosperity, and resilience of its communities in the frontlines affected by the technology/innovations and science crisis. We invite you to join us in making a difference to the lives of those who really need it.", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe how funds from the grants program will be used for your project. ", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": true, "question": "If you participated in past grant rounds (i.e. DeSci GR15/ Beta) using a different project payout wallet address, please share it here.", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "1213 rural farmers and community members trained on regenerative/smart agricultural methods, onboarded into web3, sensitized and educated on the impacts of climate climate change\n\n34,000+ fruit trees have been planted in 105 schools and 73 health centers\n\n8 wetlands have been restored\n\n683 women and girls are undertaking the skills training on both tailoring and hairdressing\n\n3,000+ children receive scholastic materials every year\n\n1067 girls and women have been trained on making reusable sanitary towels", "hidden": false, "question": "If this project participated in past grant rounds, please share any new updates or milestones since the last round.", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": true, "question": "Is there any other information you would like to share about your project, previous work, other project affiliations, or potential conflicts of interest? 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At **AYOWECCA UGANDA,** we train rural farmers on regenerative agricultural methods/smart agriculture that are environmentally sustainable, map agricultural practices in carbon credits, promote agroforestry and permaculture where farmers can plant fruit trees besides growing food or cash crops and learn how to make organic manure and pesticides.\nWe also have a charity which works in our local communities to mobilize climate change awareness and education, crypto education, tree planting and wetlands and peatland restoration campaigns, workshops, storytelling, giving seeds to farmers, etc.\nFor GG21, we request that with your support, we can create a thriving community training/skilling center and demonstration farm to help our community adapt to the escalating impacts of climate change. We seek to build climate resilience for rural, low-income communities with a focus on women, families and youth. Your support will also help us plant more fruit trees in schools, health centers and churches. Our training space is small and we would like to get a bigger place in order to help more people, and also to be able to pay additional facilitators. Our vision is that by next year, many of our Climate Round supporters can visit our farm and recommend interns for our organization. \nAt **Ayowecca Uganda,** we believe the time to act is now to safeguard not only the natural heritage of Tororo, Eastern Uganda, but also the health, prosperity, and resilience of its communities in the frontlines affected by the climate crisis. We invite you to join us in making a difference to the lives of those who really need it.\n![AyoweccaChildrenPinkSkirts](https://ayoweccauganda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Screenshot_20240618-095236.jpg)\n\n\n## About\nIn the heart of Tororo, Eastern Uganda, a crisis of environmental degradation threatens the region's biodiversity and agricultural productivity. Rampant deforestation and wetland destruction have led to irreversible damage, impacting the livelihoods of local\ncommunities. Our proposed solution aims to restore the natural landscapes through community awareness campaigns and large-scale tree planting efforts. By addressing the lack of awareness and engaging communities in restoration efforts, we can\ncreate a sustainable shift towards conservation practices.\n\nOur project's goals include planting 1 million native trees, rehabilitating 100 hectares of wetlands, and increasing environmental conservation awareness among 80% of the local population. We are committed to reversing the tide of environmental degradation in  Tororo  and fostering a culture of conservation for generations to come. \n\n**AYOWECCA UGANDA\u2019s** wide range of programs provide support in some of the poorest and most underprivileged communities in Uganda, East Africa. We work with wetlands, peatlands and ecosystem restoration to help address climate change; we also plant fruit trees in schools, health centers and communities to fight food insecurity, increase plantations and provide forest cover.\nBesides agroforestry/permaculture, plastic wastes and management and energy conservation, **AYOWECCA UGANDA** also trains young adolescent girls on how to make reusable sanitary towels and provides scholastic materials to the most vulnerable to attend and access education and creates awareness among communities to actively empower women and children.\nSince AYOWECCA UGANDA is community founded, our activities are community based to benefit the local people facing both social and environmental challenges.\n![ayoweccanursery](https://ayoweccauganda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ayowecca-Nursery-GG20.jpg)\n\n\n## Update\n1213 rural farmers and community members trained on regenerative/smart agricultural methods, onboarded into web3, sensitized and educated on the impacts of climate climate change\n34,000+ fruit trees have been planted in 105 schools and 73 health centers\n8 wetlands have been restored\n683 women and girls are undertaking the skills training on both tailoring and hairdressing\n3,000+ children receive scholastic materials every year\n1067 girls and women have been trained on making reusable sanitary towels\nWe also bought tailoring, catering and salon services to train rural girls and women who have dropped out of school and to empower them with hands-on skills to be economically empowered.\n![womenontailoringmachine](https://ayoweccauganda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/JPEG_20240703_133651_8197707277131995110.jpg)\n## Project Objectives\n**Objective 1**\nSensitize stakeholders on the importance of Agroforestry/permaculture/regenerative agriculture.\nForm groups among communities and train them in agroforestry practices.\nEnhance the capacity of 1,000 households in 50 groups to raise and plant seedlings on their individual/community farms.\nEstablish nursery beds for raising seedlings to supply schools, health centers and across Tororo District.\nTrain rural farmers on regenerative agricultural practices including making organic manure and pesticides.\n**Objective 2**\nProcure training materials for agroforestry/permaculture demonstrations.\nEstablish agroforestry seedlings/permaculture sites per Sub County.\n**Objective 3**\nDistribute seedlings to their individual members/community members.\nSupervise and monitor planting by their members.\nIntercrop established plots with Agricultural crops.\n**Objective 4**\nDistribute seedlings to schools, health centers, churches and to the communities.\nSupervise and monitor planting of trees in schools, health centers and churches.\nWe welcome anyone or any organizations willing to work with us to make this world a better place for everyone as partners and collaborators.\n\n\n![ayoweccaskills](https://ayoweccauganda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ayowecca-Skills-GG20.jpg)\n## Partnerships\n\nWe are so grateful for our continued collaboration and partnership with [The Solar Foundation](https://solarfoundation.xyz) in the past years, financing our office with solar power, security fencing and solar lights at our greenhouse/nursery bed and powering 206 families with solar lanterns (women and vulnerable families).\n\nWe are also collaborating with [Silvi Protocol](https://www.silvi.earth/) to track the growth of fruit trees we have planted from potting at the nursery bed, to planting through maturity when they bear fruits through dMRV data.\n\n![AyoweccaSilvi](https://ayoweccauganda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ayowecca-Silvi-GG20.jpg)\n\n## Conclusion\n\nThe environmental crisis in Eastern Uganda presents a pressing need for action to reverse the tide of degradation and safeguard the region's natural heritage. Our proposed solution, centered on community awareness campaigns and large-\nscale tree planting efforts, addresses the root causes of environmental degradation while fostering a culture of conservation.\n\nThe significance of this project extends beyond local impact, as it contributes to global concerns such as  climate change and biodiversity loss. Absolute poverty and water scarcity, education and technology literacy\n\nThe impact of our project will be transformative, leading to improved biodiversity, enhanced community resilience against climate change impacts, and a shift towards sustainable land use practices. By implementing a comprehensive framework for\nevaluation and planning for future funding through eco-tourism initiatives and international partnerships, we are dedicated to ensuring the long-term sustainability of our conservation efforts in Tororo Eastern Uganda and economic empowerment for women and rural farmers.\n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectGithub": "AYOWECCA-UGANDA", "projectTwitter": "ayowecca_uganda"}, "recipient": "0x0d0c0941e2578da2b9E2Ad03619615f7EeBc48f7"}}