Introducing the Ban Ki-moon Empowers Women in Agriculture: Changemakers
Applications are now open for the 2024 Ban-Ki-Moon Elevating The Voices Of Women In Agriculture Changemakers.
That EVWA Changemakers is an annual campaign that recognizes and provides a platform to exceptional Africans under the age of 30 who lead projects contributing to the empowerment of women farmers.
Through a nomination process, inspiring young leaders in the field of women farmers’ empowerment will be selected as EVWA Changemakers and featured on the EVWA webpage.
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Nominate yourself now to become one of our EVWA Changemakers 2024!
The Elevating the Voices of Women in Agriculture (EVWA) Campaign aims to raise awareness of the realities faced by women farmers in Africa.
Through the EVWA Changemakers Campaign and the EVWA Council, the BKMC is committed to highlighting and mobilizing action for the empowerment of women farmers in Africa.
Women constitute nearly half of the world’s smallholder farmers. In Africa, they produce 70% of the continent’s food.
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However, they are the most vulnerable members of the farming community, encountering challenges in accessing land, financing, education, and more due to gender inequalities and the changing climate.
Benefits
Apply to become an EVWA Changemaker and seize the exclusive opportunity to be chosen as one of the 30 exceptional young Africans under 30 who lead projects contributing to the empowerment of women farmers.
Gain global visibility, expand your network, and have the chance to win the prestigious $5,000 EVWA Champion Award!
Timeline:
Nominations: June 10 – June 30, 2024
Notifications: July 18 – July 26, 2024
Campaign Launch: August 2024
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Promotion: August 2024
Documentary Filming: Don’t miss the chance to become the EVWA Champion! Our selected Champion will be chosen by a panel of experts and their remarkable journey and project in Africa will be featured in a documentary film.
Application Deadline: June 30, 2024
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