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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 3d

#agriculture #farming #organicfarming #WASH #health #sustainable #communityled #equity #financialaccess #smallbusiness #lastmile #change #inclusive #leadership #sdgs #genderequity #knowledge #support

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 3d

Until recently, life for 4 young men in a remote village in Bunyangabu was filled with uncertainty. Today, they speak with confidence and pride. Their harvests have improved, they are saving money, and building a poultry business. Read their story - raisingthevillage.org/2025/08/29/t...

Tomorrow Begins Today - Raising The Village

Until recently, life for four young men in a remote village in Bunyangabu district was filled with uncertainty. Godwin (28), Godfrey (29), Cosmas (22), and Godson (25) relied on casual work and subsis...

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 7d

#foodsecurity #nutirition #health #sustainable #farming #agriculture #organicfarming

Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 7d

“We planted many varieties of vegetables that we didn’t even know of. This has helped me have a balanced diet for my family. My children look healthier, and they love the vegetables. I no longer spend money on medical bills like I used to before.” - Sharon, Amuru district.
#worldfoodday

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 9d

2/2 Made from locally available materials such as plant residues, animal waste, and water, it provides essential nutrients directly to plants in a form that is easily absorbed, eliminating the need for costly store-bought inputs. #sustainablefarming

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 9d

1/2 A partner community member in Buhweju preparing to apply liquid manure on his crops. Organic liquid manure helps last-mile farming communities reduce costs and boost crop growth. #agriculture #farming #organicfarming #income #lastmile #sustainable #knowledge #bestpractice

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 9d

2/2 "I started getting almost twice the banana clusters and coffee beans from my plants. Individual coffee berries, too, were heavier than before.” - Mark #sustainable #farming #agriculture #organicfarming #income #farmers #subsistencefarming #knowledge #harvest

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 9d

1/2 “I learned about compost pits and organic fertilizers at RTV training. All I needed to invest was my time and energy. When I dug the pits, created compost manure, and tested it on my coffee & banana plants, the yields were much higher than before." - Mark #SustainableFarming

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 27d

Justine, a mother & entrepreneur, wears many hats throughout her day - caring for her children, running a business, and participating in her VSLA. Join us for a glimpse into her daily life as she shares her routine from sunrise to sunset. youtu.be/Cs0HwGQatso

Community Voices: From Sunrise to Sunset with Justine

YouTube video by Raising The Village

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 27d

#sustainable #farming #agriculture #organicfarming #income #farmers #subsistencefarming #knowledge #foodsecurity

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 27d

2/2 "I was also elected the chairperson of the VSLA by my fellow youth, and this greatly improved my leadership skills." - Busobozi, Kyenjojo District (FLIP cluster).
#savings #access #financialaccess #credit #training #leadership #youth #teamwork #SustainableFarming #smallbusiness #locallyled

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · 27d

1/2 "We used to live independently. We did not have savings groups. Even if someone wanted to start a business, we did not know how to do so. I underwent financial literacy and mindset change training, and joined the Youth VSLA, to save money weekly. " - Busobozi
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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · Sep 17

"We were homemakers responsible for household chores only. The VSLA and the brick-making project changed the status quo. Traditionally, it has been believed that this work (brick-making) is for men. We have shown women can do it too." - Grace, Women VSLA Chairperson, Kibaale.

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · Sep 8

Ever wondered what makes our collaboration with last-mile communities impactful? In this special feature, we pull back the curtain to spotlight Team RTV. Read how we collaborate with partner communities, troubleshoot challenges, and turn plans into impact. raisingthevillage.org/2025/08/05/b...

Behind The Scenes - Raising The Village

In this special feature, we pull back the curtain to spotlight Team RTV, the driving force behind program implementation. Guided by a phased timeline and description of our program implementation, see...

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · Aug 15

2/2 As a result, RTV Partner households from the 2024 graduating cohort spent 33% less on treatment of illnesses compared to peers and reported 12 percentage points fewer instances of waterborne diseases compared to baseline.

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · Aug 15

1/2 A hygiene and sanitation training in progress in Rukiga. These hands-on sessions teach and promote essential practices such as constructing household latrines, dish racks, and tippy taps, fostering long-term behavior change, preventing illness, and improving quality of life.

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · Aug 14

#JobAlert: We are hiring for multiple positions for our #Uganda office. Visit raisingthevillage.org/careers/
Join our team committed to ending ultra-poverty in last-mile villages through innovative programs. #career #teamwork #togetherwecan #opportunity #tech #techenabled #techjobs

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · Aug 8

2/2 "The training and inputs combined not only improved our output but also our incomes. I plan to build a better house for my family soon and also expand my passion fruit plantation." #farming #agriculture #organicfarming #farmers #knowledge #foodsecurity #SustainableFarming

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · Aug 8

1/2 "The agricultural training sessions helped us improve our farming techniques. We also received new seeds of maize, beans, vegetables, Irish potatoes, and tools like drums, pickaxes, and spray pumps." - Vincent, partner community member, Kagadi (supported by @canadadev.bsky.social )

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Raising The Village @raisingthevillage.bsky.social · Aug 6

In 2021, a group of women in Kanungu formed a VSLA and began their journeys towards a better future. Ruth, Lydia, and Agrippina, each with their own success story, prove how unity and knowledge can turn obstacles into opportunity. Read their story raisingthevillage.org/2025/08/06/a...

A Testament to Collective Determination - Raising The Village

In 2021, a group of women in a remote village in Kanungu formed a Village Savings and Loans Association (VSLA) and began their journeys towards a better future. With training in modern farming, financ...

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