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A fisherman supplier for SmartFish in Mexico

Social enterprises driving global change on World Food Day

Every year on 16 October, World Food Day highlights important topics such as food waste, sustainable agriculture, biodiversity, and the challenges faced by fishing communities — all in an effort to combat climate change. This year's theme is "Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future”. It's the perfect opportunity for us to shine a spotlight on the incredible efforts of social entrepreneurs, who are making everyday life better for so many people and how they're creating a more sustainable and inclusive world.

Artisans in Malaysia sitting with their handicrafts

Earth Heir

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Supports artisans and preserves cultural heritage, promoting sustainability through training, and mentoring, and upcycling waste materials. 

Earth Heir has spent over a decade empowering artisans and promoting sustainable practices, while preserving cultural heritage. The organisation has improved livelihoods for artisans, with a focus on inclusive employment and circular economy initiatives, supporting communities that are marginalised, including micro-entrepreneurs, social enterprises, and impact organisations.

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Location
Klang Valley, Malaysia

Programme
⁠SEAM
in partnership with ⁠Biji-Biji

Website
⁠www.earthheir.com
Through training, mentoring, and market access, Earth Heir promotes social procurement in supply chains, advocating for fair trade principles and environmental sustainability. Their initiatives include upcycling waste materials, designing durable products, and contributing to reforestation efforts, having planted 4,000 trees to date. Their vision is to build a legacy of sustainable, impactful practices for future generations.