Tree Aid x Supporting women 🌳
In honour of #InternationalWomensDay last Saturday (8th March) we wanted to shine a light on Tree Aid, our charity partner, and all the wonderful work they do in supporting and working with women across Sub-Saharan Africa. Across Africa’s drylands, unpredictable weather is making life more challenging for women who depend on trees and the land to sustain their families. Additionally, gender inequality further adds to theses challenges, with laws and traditions often preventing women from owning or accessing land; making it even harder to grow or sell enough food to support their growing families. But, this is where Tree Aid come in and offer support and guideance.
She grows 🌱
Tree Aid are partnering with women on the frontlines of the climate crisis—women like Sékoura Diarra, a young mother of two who lives in Ouolodo, a small town and commune in the Koulikoro region of south-western Mali. Sékoura took part in ‘She Grows‘, a three-year project that supported over 1,000 women in Mali to grow trees, food, and gain an income. In one of the world’s poorest countries, where women have less access to education, healthcare, and jobs, this project has provided the training and tools to help them gain their own financial independence. For Sékoura, this project changed everything: “The project has significantly improved my living conditions. [It] provided us with thorough training, empowering us, the women, to continue processing these fruits, selling them to secure assistance. I intend to continue applying the new skills acquired during the project in all my everyday activities.”
“Being part of She Grows has fostered cohesion among us, the women of the village. Before, we didn’t associate with each other, nor did we really know one another. The cooperative has brought us together—encouraging interaction, conversations, and collaborative work, all aimed at improving our collective well-being.” Sékoura additionally adds: “The mentality of the community—and even our husbands—has changed. Women are no longer marginalised. Thanks to this project, we are starting to gain access to farmland.”
Empowering women in Mali 🇲🇱
For more information on the ‘She Grows’ project, check out the YouTube video below👇🏼 or head over to Tree Aid’s website to learn more.
Proud to support Tree Aid
Beyond supporting women directly, She Grows also provided gender awareness and equality training to over 348 men and women, helping to create lasting systemic change. Tree Aid aren’t just growing trees – they’re growing opportunities, strengthening resilience, and ensuring that women on the frontlines of the climate crisis have the power to thrive. We super proud to support such a fantastic charity, especially on IWD. 💚
