Climate Curve

Giving Them Wings Foundation NPC

Org Type

Nonprofit

Year Founded

2014

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Project Summary / Description:

Eco-Wings Carbon ReLeaf by Giving Them Wings drives impactful carbon sequestration through community-led restoration projects. With strategic allocation of funds, the initiative secures land, engages local communities and implements sustainable interventions like the planting of trees and Spekboom. A lean monitoring system tracks progress, while partnerships amplify impact. This project combines environmental action with community empowerment, contributing to a greener future in South Africa.

How Project Affects Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions:

['Removes/stores GHGs (e.g., projects that capture, sequester, or otherwise enhance the "sinks" that accumulate and store GHGs)']

Impact on Underrepresented Groups:

Through targeted awareness and skills development programmes, such as propagation workshops, we equip rural and township communities with essential knowledge and practical tools for climate change mitigation. By learning sustainable agricultural practices; such as permaculture, resource management, and innovative adaptation strategies, community members gain the confidence and ability to reduce their environmental impact, secure their livelihoods, and build resilience against climate-related challenges. This empowerment enables rural populations not only to protect their natural resources but also to play an active role in shaping a more sustainable and climate-resilient future at the grassroots level. 100% of our project beneficiaries and participants are people of colour and the majority are women.

Website:

http://www.gtwfund.co.za/

Mission Statement:

Giving Them Wings Foundation empowers communities and young people, through environmental education and carbon capture initiatives, fostering a sustainable future for generations to come. We strive to inspire individuals to take action, protect our planet and soar towards a cleaner, greener tomorrow.

Link: Twitter:

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Link: Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/gtw_fund?igsh=MXZwcTZ1Z2lud2x2eQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr