Promoting Sustainable and Innovative Agriculture in Schools in Dominica

Código: 5391-00
País: Dominica
Inicio: 01/03/2024
Finalización: 31/03/2025
Tipo: Acciones Específicas
Descripción
IICA and the National Bank of Dominica are collaborating on a school garden initiative aimed at enhancing food and nutrition security, promoting recycling and waste management, and integrating agriculture into various subjects. This project seeks to educate students on the importance of farming, food self-reliance, and sustainable farming practices by combining traditional knowledge with innovative land use techniques. Additionally, it aims to blend agriculture with arts and tourism to further integrate it into school activities and curricula.
Objetivo General:
To improve NBD's public image among stakeholders by implementing an ESG programme that focuses on sustainable food production, nutrition security, recycling, waste management, integrating agriculture in critical subjects, providing an enhanced standard of living, promoting soil health, and reducing the carbon footprint for a sustainable environment.
Objetivos Específicos:
  1. NBD Corporate image and IICA visibility improved among the agricultural communities
  2. The school community in Dominica has better knowledge on and access to agricultural innovation methods and technologies.
Resultados Esperados:
  1. Increased awareness of sustainable agricultural practices and innovation among schools and agricultural communities
Contrapartes:
  • National Bank of Dominica Ltd.
Responsable: Anthony Cyrille
Recursos Totales: USD 37,200
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