by Andrea Willingham | Oct 6, 2017 | Testimonials, VSLA
Sokhna Diop, 32, of Thienaba, has taken part in all of CREATE!’s programs in her village, but says the VSLA program is her favorite. “The VSLA is playing the big role in the community because we all have the opportunity to have credit,” she says. “Many women are...
by Andrea Willingham | Sep 28, 2017 | Testimonials
We often hear from beneficiaries in our well-established partner communities — but what is it like for those in a new partner community that is just starting out in our programs? This week, we got to speak with Anta Niang, 35, of Back Samba Dior, a village located in...
by CREATE Field Staff | Sep 7, 2017 | Cooperative Community Gardens, Testimonials
It’s scorching hot in the village of Darou Diadji, but rain clouds swell in the distance. Summer brings with it the short rainy season, and villagers like Daba Kane take advantage of the weather to help boost their crops in their vegetable garden. Before CREATE! began...
by CREATE Field Staff | Aug 17, 2017 | Improved Cookstoves, Testimonials
“My participation in CREATE! programs has changed my life,” says Ndeye Diouf, 45, of Gagnick Mack. “I have noticed a great improvement in my family’s living conditions, because I now have the ability to better support them.” In particular, Ndeye notes the difference...
by CREATE Field Staff | Aug 3, 2017 | Testimonials
Anyone who’s been to a farmer’s market in their community knows the value of being able to buy fresh, locally grown produce from a nearby farm or garden, rather than having to buy fruits and vegetables that have been shipped across the country or grown on industrial...
by CREATE Field Staff | Jul 20, 2017 | Testimonials
“I’m passionate about this project and I decided to join the CREATE! team because there were no jobs in the village, and women used to stay in their houses without anything to do,” says Aminata Diack, age 28, of Walo. In small villages like Walo, it is not...
