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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.

A sustainable farmer with his organic chickens

Jiwa Asli Organik

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Improves livelihoods and protects the environment in Orang Asli communities by providing skills training in sustainable farming. 

Jiwa Asli Organik, founded in 2022, empowers Orang Asli communities in Malaysia through skills training and promotion of integrated organic farming. The organisation supports these communities in transitioning from forest dependency to sustainable farming, with a focus on making organic food affordable, improving livelihoods, and protecting the environment.

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Location
Perak, Malaysia

Programme
⁠SEAM
in partnership with ⁠Biji-Biji

Website
www.facebook.com/jiwa.asli.organik

 

Since its inception, Jiwa Asli Organik has trained 25 Orang Asli in organic farming, with 17 now engaged in chicken farming. The organisation’s mission is to restore dignity to the Orang Asli, equipping them with valuable skills and fostering respect for their role as guardians of the forest.