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Our Impact

The People Behind The Progress

Meet the Entrepreneurs Building a Greener Future

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    Surafel Belay

    From Invasive Weed To Building Bricks

    Developed a process to convert Prosopis into durable building bricks, creating a low-cost, eco-friendly construction material.

    “I am proud to turn a weed into a wall.”
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    Alemnesh

    Vermicomposting into a Thriving Business

    Transformed vermicomposting into a scalable, climate-smart business, now employing other young women in her community.

    “Now I employ other young women in my community.”
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    Tewodros Mengistu

    Banana Paper Products

    Discovered that banana stems could be transformed into beautiful, durable paper products including notebooks, bags, and decorative items.

    “I can now produce finished, professional products.”
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