Empowering Women in Agriculture: Driving Sustainable Development Across West Africa
In the heart of West Africa, a quiet revolution is taking place. It’s not marked by grand gestures or high-profile events but by the determined efforts of women working in the cashew nut and gardening sectors. Through the tireless work of organizations like SFL, these women are not only transforming their own lives but also their communities, one harvest at a time.
Cultivating Change: Kitchen Gardens and the Path to Global Sustenance
In the verdant landscapes of kitchen gardens, a silent revolution is taking place, led by the hands of resilient women.
🌿🌍 Empowering Cashew Farmers for a Sustainable Future! 🌾🌟
In the heartlands of Senegal, The Gambia, and Guinea-Bissau lies a pivotal industry – the cashew sector. With its economic significance, the cashew industry has been the lifeblood of many small shareholder farmers in the region. However, faced with the challenges posed by climate change and resource constraints, these farmers often grapple with ensuring sustainable practices […]
Celebrating a year of incredible impact!
As the year draws to a close, we at Shelter For Life want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support and dedication to our mission. Together, we’ve achieved remarkable milestones in 2023, impacting countless lives across Afghanistan and Western Africa (Senegal, The Gambia, and Guinea-Bissau – SeGaBi). In Afghanistan, our collective efforts have […]
Rising from the Rubble: Urgent Aid Needed for Herat, Afghanistan Earthquake Victims
On Saturday morning, October 7th, 2023, the earth trembled with unimaginable force in Herat province, Afghanistan. A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake rocked the region, shattering homes, lives, and dreams. As we stand together in the face of this tragedy, Shelter For Life International urges you to join us in extending a helping hand to those […]
Urgent Appeal: Standing with Wardak Province, Afghanistan in the Face of Catastrophic Flooding
In the heart of Afghanistan’s Eastern central region lies Wardak Province, who today is facing an unprecedented disaster brought on by an unrelenting onslaught of torrential rains. The region is battling an emergency situation that encompasses flash flooding, erosion, landslides, property damage, destruction of roadways, and tragic loss of life. Shelter For Life is on […]
Empowering West Africa’s Cashew Trade: A Remarkable Infrastructure Transformation
The partnership between SFL (Shelter For Life) and USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) has been instrumental in bringing about significant improvements to the cashew trade infrastructure in West Africa. This collaboration has set in motion a series of transformations that have not only bolstered the region’s cashew industry but also created numerous opportunities for […]
Climate Smart Agriculture
Climate change is a pressing global challenge, but together, we can take action and create a sustainable future for our planet. By adopting Climate Smart Agriculture practices, we can reduce our carbon footprint, increase resilience, and safeguard our precious natural resources.
Linking Rich Agricultural Areas in Senegal
Shelter For Life’s project in southern Senegal is building and rehabilitating 130 kilometers (81 miles) of durable roads between rich agricultural areas and a major national highway. […]
