Sustain SECAP

19/08/2024

🔔 Don't miss our next webinar on Climate Change and SECAP: Implementation challenges and way forward
📅 When? On 10 September from 10 -11:30 CEST
🗺 Where? On Zoom
🖋 How? Register here by 8 September to get the webinar link: https://lnkd.in/eQik2pgS
🌿 What? Experts on SECAP’s climate change standard from Africa and Asia will discuss the requirements along with objectives, processes and tools, challenges in implementation or application and the solutions to mitigate these challenges.

More info here: https://sites.google.com/view/sustainsecap/workshop-climate-change?authuser=0

See you on 10 September online!

International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Value-chain Capacity Building Network Rubaiyath Sarwar Rimal Lamichhane Choudhury Chazika

This online event will feature distinguished speakers with practical experience in implementing SECAP’s climate change standards across various regions.

27/06/2024

📢 New Release: Policy Brief #1 - Training Needs Assessment!

SUSTAIN has conducted a comprehensive Training Needs Assessment across the East and Southern African (ESA) Region, Asia Pacific Region (APR), and West and Central African Region (WCA) to identify knowledge gaps in the implementation of .

The insights gained from this assessment were crucial for shaping the SECAP training curricula and SECAP trainings, which are at the hearth of this initiative!

📥 Download the Policy Brief below and join us in our commitment to continuous improvement and capacity building!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NidvCQlnajlW22ZLujdPqA7cOPtN0Plf/view

14/05/2024

SUSTAIN held its second English speaking Training of Trainers (ToT) in Bangkok 📚✨

Over 30 participants from 16 countries from Asia and the Pacific Region, West Africa and East and Southern Africa, joined to be trained on SECAP procedures and IFAD's standards. They form part of a growing community of professionals who can support agricultural development projects to mitigate their social, environmental and climate footprint!

We are now more than ever ready to embark on various SECAP trainings for IFAD Project Management Units! Stay tuned!

Pics by Rubaiyath Sarwar
With International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), Helvetas CLEAR-Anglophone Africa Value-chain Capacity Building Network

30/04/2024

Missed our SECAP webinar? No worries!
Catch up on the insightful discussions led by Jerome Adjimoti from
FIDAfrique - IFADAfrica (Fond International pour le Développement Agricole) Benin and moderated by Damase Eric Sossou from
Clear Francophone Africa!
All resources are available here https://sites.google.com/view/sustainsecap/workshop-procurement?authuser=0

10/04/2024

Register now here https://forms.office.com/e/btGyNzbRVz to join our online workshop on SECAP Procurement! The event takes place on April 18, from 10:00 to 11:30 am CEST and will be in English and French.

Our esteemed keynote speaker, Jerome Adjimoti from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Benin office, will shed light on the complexities of SECAP Procurement. The discussion will be moderated by Damase Eric Sossou from Clear Francophone Africa.

23/01/2024

Join us on a virtual trip to South Africa through our first Training of Trainers video! 🎥

In this video, we're shining a spotlight on the incredible collaborative efforts aimed at boosting capacities of trainers at teaching how to implement .🤝🌿

🚀 What's the buzz about Training of the Trainers? It's all about empowering trainers and driving impact! Our mission is to create a larger community of professionals, all fired up and ready to lead the charge for change. This video gives you a sneak peek into the dedication and collaborative spirit driving the preparation of Project Management Units to implement SECAP guidelines. 🌐💡

👇 Click the link and dive into the video

(video by Franz Thiel)

19/12/2023

Our recent training in the heart of Bishoftu, Ethiopia, wasn't just an average training - it was a journey that went beyond SECAP standards. Picture dynamic project-based Group Work, lively Community of Practice (CoP) discussions, and strategic planning that delved deep into Grievance Redress and stakeholder engagement, with a special focus on the power-interest Grid.

As the training reached its culmination, participants immersed themselves in the rich Ethiopian coffee culture during "Buna time" and wrapped up the training session with certificate awards and shared joy of completion. The highlights? Participants stressed the urgency of climate integration in ESIA, advocating for specific thresholds in Resettlement plans, and applauding SECAP's ground-breaking approach. The exceptional venue, commitment to gender inclusion, and unwavering support from our dynamic CoP were all duly acknowledged.

Eagerly anticipating the application of these insights to propel sustainable practices forward! 🌍💡

14/12/2023

🌍 Last week, the PADMAR project took a significant stride towards sustainable development with the SUSTAIN training in Benin. The team gathered to tackle standards' challenges and opportunities.

🤝 Beyond fears and concerns, participants recognized that implementing SECAP standards is no longer limited to experts—it's a collective effort involving all stakeholders. Integrating grievance response into conflict management practices is a shared responsibility.

🚜 During a field visit, they experienced the reality of their work— witnessing communal cooperatives of producers, particularly empowered female producers, and buyers harvesting negotiated productions highlighted the tangible professionalization underway.

🤝 "WE ARE TOGETHER" - echoing the West African adage, the participants commit to unity throughout IFAD's project cycle. As a community of practice, they pledge to collaborate, sharing roles and responsibilities for effective standards application. The meeting concluded with a powerful call from the Project Manager: "Together, let's go further!" 🚀

FIDAfrique - IFADAfrica (Fond International pour le Développement Agricole) International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Clear Francophone Africa Helvetas

12/12/2023

📺 Dive into our latest video showcasing the impactful work of our IFAD grant SUSTAIN and explore how SUSTAIN empowers communities to apply SECAP - IFAD’s Social, Environmental, and Climate Assessment Procedures. 🌿

International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Helvetas CLEAR Anglophone Africa Value-chain Capacity Building Network Clear Francophone Africa
Video realized by Franz Thiel

05/12/2023

SUSTAIN is on a roll with two ongoing trainings! 🌐🌱

As we embark on the second day of SECAP training in Ethiopia, and the first day in Benin, for their respective IFAD projects, we reflect on the recent success in Siem Reap, Cambodia. In collaboration with the Laos project team, the training showcased a strong commitment to climate action in the region.

IFAD Cambodia Country Director provided invaluable insights, complemented by the essential contributions of procurement, SECAP responsible persons, and climate experts. They led engaging discussions on climate tools and risk assessment, emphasizing the meticulous application of SECAP principles. Stakeholder engagement took center stage, featuring insights on Grievance Redress Mechanism. Key takeaways included the significance of a deeper understanding of mitigation and adaptation in agriculture, budgeting for Grievance Redress Mechanism, and the necessity of clear exit strategies. The training period concluded with positive feedback, marking the success of an interactive session.

Eagerly anticipating the next steps in our collective journey towards the implementation of SECAP! 🌐🌱

International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Helvetas Value-chain Capacity Building Network

09/11/2023

🌍✨ Exciting Update! ✨

We're thrilled to share the success of our recent Training of the Trainers (T o T) in French, held in Dakar, Senegal, from October 24-27! 🇸🇳

The experience was nothing short of an adventure. From the get-go, participants were captivated by the dynamic sessions and diverse facilitation methods. 🎉

What made it truly special? The enriching content, the possibility for trainers to directly test the teaching material, and the feeling of community - which will continue through the Community of Practice. All attendees unanimously agreed - this T o T was a genuine exchange of knowledge, equipping them with enhanced teaching techniques to empower Project Management Units (PMUs) in applying ! 🌟

A big thank you to all participants for their enthusiasm and commitment!

with Clear Francophone Africa, Helvetas, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)

12/10/2023

🌟 Our commitment to capacity building continues. 💪 Let's keep training the trainers who will then empower Project Management Units across IFAD countries with the knowledge and skills they need to successfully apply SECAP! 🚀
More at www.sustainsecap.org!