Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children

by Asia America Initiative
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children
Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children

Project Report | Mar 26, 2024
Nutrition and Organic Gardening program expands into new areas

By Albert Santoli | Project Leader

Dear Friends,

Food shortages and the rising costs of basic nutritional needs have been growing across the world. Asia America Initiative, One World Institute and Philippine-based partner organizations have entered communities in all regions of the island archipelago. We provide seeds and train local farmers and malnourished families to grow food using organic methods. Together, we host on-site and on-line events to educate people from all walks of life on nutrition and hygiene. We also provide books and school supplies for the children and adult supplemental education programs.

What began as typhoon relief work in these areas following the pandemic, has blossomed into a larger, more sustainable program. It became apparent that many communities were looking for ways to grow their own food in order to offset high food costs. The added benefit is they are now growing quality fruits and vegetables without chemicals. We are helping the growers by providing information and online resources as well as hosting workshops on how to do it "the organic way."

In the Philippines, government mismanagement, religious conflict and natural disasters have caused suffering for millions of Filipino children. This program provides the "social capital" at minimal costs to care for families who are victims of natural disasters and poverty. Inter-faith cooperation teaches the value of teamwork and unity.

"The events are well attended," says coordinator Ms. Retchen, a mother of 4 children. "We can see mountain village communities accepting new practices with enthusiasm. We are thrilled to report that over 400,000 people have joined this widespread collective to become new or better gardeners to support their families."

AAI's programs assist children in the Luzon, Mindanao, and Visayas regions. We help families to overcome extreme poverty and communal violence through integrated literacy, livelihood skills, and health support. Before the pandemic, we created a social media network for Muslim and Christian educators and children to share their new skills, hopes, and dreams. Mothers and fathers of pupils assist teachers to cook daily meals at school. We have provided thousands of books, school supplies, garden tools, and fresh water systems.

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Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children

Your contributions have made a true difference. We are deeply grateful to you all. 

Sincerely,

Albert Santoli

 

 

 


Books for the children
Books for the children
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Seeds as gifts to family gardeners
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Asia America Initiative

Location: Washington, DC - USA
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Project Leader:
Albert Santoli
Washington , DC United States

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