Together Against Poverty | Non-profit for sustainable design projects challenging global poverty. Lets connect, discuss, share and collaborate! #globaldev
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We created a short video to summarise our recent Monkey Mayhem project in Himachal Pradesh, India. Capturing the feel of the whole experience, it follows the design process, the obstacles faced and the incredible people we learned from. Enjoy!
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From ideation to implementation, this blog will look into the design process involved
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"These components have been carefully considered and work in harmony with one another to ensure a long-term sustainable solution, however if one of these elements is not taken into consideration it could result in a harmful side effect..." designforneed.org.uk/monkey-…
“Upon arriving, it was evident that the problem was far greater than anticipated...” designforneed.org.uk/monkey-…
Hope you enjoyed the first blog article, we’re happy to announce we have got three more coming up soon. In the meantime, here's an infographic summary of the problems concerning the wildlife in Himachal Pradesh, India.
Extract: 4) Communication ".... making excuses or choosing not to express yourself at all can be extremely counterproductive for a partnership" #socialdesign xitter.cf/DesignForNeed_/status/…
Founder Matt McClumpha draws from his own experience in our latest article - 5 Social Design Tips. Enjoy #globaldev #socialdesign #humancentereddesign buff.ly/2pwnm3V
“Design a solution for everyone involved and not just an individual” - 5 Social Design Tips #socialdesign #globaldev #humancentereddesign buff.ly/2pwnm3V
“It is not simply the face value problem of not receiving clean water, WASH issues branch into a wide range areas many would not associate with water” #WorldWaterDay #WorldWaterDay2018 buff.ly/2GL10CZ
#WASH issues make up some of the world’s biggest challenges. This is why @DesignForNeed_ have dedicated their #socialdesign expertise to the cause. #globaldev #DFNgraphics
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March 22 is #WorldWaterDay! @USAID's Sustainable Water Partnership has published six free toolkits on the #WaterSecurity improvement process. Check them out and take advantage of other resources including a guide to #privatesector engagement. @USAIDWater wnrck.org/2pjCuAM
Founder Matt McClumpha draws from his own experience in our latest article - 5 Social Design Tips. Enjoy #globaldev #socialdesign #humancentereddesign buff.ly/2pwnm3V
“Focus to be on conservation agriculture for all commodities and farming systems, as well as the adoption of new irrigation technology to drastically improve water-use efficiency by crops” Fantastic article by @WandileSihlobo #agriculture #climateaction buff.ly/2GJnrIN
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We wish you a great #InternationalDayOfHappiness! This is not only a day to be happy but to help people around you happy 🙂
New Research: Climate Change More Important Driver of Migration than Income and Political Freedom Combined
[Study combined migration between 198 origin countries and 16 OECD ones across 35 years with significant weather/ temperature data]
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Agreed, collectively we can help! A lack of #WASH also transcends physical damage as it affects psychological health, livelihoods and social structures. It facilitates disease and destroys agriculture. The list goes on. xitter.cf/khisro/status/97139687…
#WaterActionMonth2018 #livestock Waste polluted the Sweet Water sources in rural area; the message need to be delivered properly to Save people from the ill effects of poor water quality. Collective efforts should @EndWaterPoverty
Please feel free to share this graphic to raise awareness for the fragile nature of agricultural practices and how #socialdesign and #humancentred design can solve these issues xitter.cf/DesignForNeed_/status/…
