We support gardening initiatives in refugee camps to restore dignity, purpose and cultural identity.
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The Hêvî Community Garden in Gawilan camp in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq continues to grow, both in greenery and in community impact. ‘Hêvî’, meaning ‘hope’ in Kurdish, remains a fitting name for this space, which brings people together to cultivate not only produce, but also connection, purpose and resilience. Gawilan camp is home to … Continued
Refugee and IDP (internally displaced people) camps are created quickly, out of urgent need. But many become long-term homes for the people who live there. Over time, these settlements evolve into what we might call accidental cities – dense, complex urban environments that are rarely planned for the long term. As Earth Day approaches, we’re … Continued
We recently invited our incredible community of supporters to share their thoughts on our work, impact and future direction. Your feedback has been insightful and inspiring, helping us shape our next steps. Thousands of displaced people have found hope, healing and dignity through gardening, thanks to your support. But as we look ahead to the … Continued