CHANGE STORIES
Change stories from farmer family learning groups
The ESFROMA development program has reached more than 100,000 people. Below we bring you stories of change from some of these. Stories stating how the FFLG approach is improving food security, livelihood, democratic participation and gender equality for the participating small-scale family farmers.
"The increased and constant flow of income in our family means that we no longer depend on loans. We have built a permanent house and I pay school fees for my children and grandchildren" - So says Simon, an old man that met his fortune late in life by joining the Organic FFLG.
Meet Simon and other voices from smallholder farmer families, for instance Julian the middle-aged woman whose family is planning together to optimise their resources, Aloysius who is known in his community for securing food nutrition in his household and overcoming the pain of hungry crying children or Caroline who worked with her FFLG to lobby government and brought services to the rural people.
CHANGE STORIES
Female farmer lifts the whole village
"Our advocacy finally paid off because we presented our wishes as a community of organic farmers." - Caroline Kyahira
Gilbert has planted the seeds for his future
"We hope that the good price for our plants will increase our income and enable us to take the future into our own hands." - Gilbert Muhindo
From hungry cries to three meals
"At the moment we eat three meals a day and even have some surplus to sell. Our health has improved, and my children do not get sick as often." - Kule Alosious
Old Simon had the breakthrough of his life
"The increased and constant flow of income in our family means that we are no longer dependent on loans." - Old Simon
From begging to a shared economy
"I now have a seat at the table when it comes to family decisions, my children are happy to be involved and I feel more valued in my community." - Mbambu Julian
Young farmer fights soil erosion with organic methods
"Since I started practicing robust, organic farming methods on my farm, I have reduced soil erosion." - Kabugho Racheal
Joint cocoa course broke vicious cycle
"My shop now gives me a daily income which, among other things, enables me to send my children to a good school." - Kobusinge Florence
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ORGANIC FARMING METHODS
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MARKETING MODELS
FFLGs and cooperatives bring together their quality produce and raise reasonable volumes, bargain and sell at fair prices
LOCAL ADVOCACY
Members of FFLGs have a stronger voice as rights holders to advocate for their rights and strengthen their stance in negotiation with duty bearers
THE APPROACH
The FFLG approach has proven to contribute to positive changes in food security, climate change adaptation and social capital for small-scale farmer families.
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