ACWW's first new Rural Women in Action project announced

We are delighted to announce that this is the first project funded under our new Rural Women in Action Fund programme and is an Education and Community Development project. The project will be implemented by ACWW member society Geopolitical Alliance of Women, a Ukraine-based women’s organisation passionate about promoting women’s inclusion in society and the Association of Ukrainian Romania Teachers who will be assisting in the implementation of the training programme. 

The aim of the project is to help children recover from the stress and trauma of war through the therapeutic practice of gardening. The participants will attend monthly classes during the school year to gain knowledge of horticulture. Alongside this the participants will attend practical gardening sessions. 

The project was conceived to help children impacted by the conflict in Ukraine to recover through a practical and conscious approach to agriculture and horticulture. The children will learn about growing plants, soil restoration and climate change. The practice of gardening has been proven to be a very therapeutic tool for those who have suffered trauma, it has been found to reduce stress, anxiety and depression and to improve psychological wellbeing. 

We look forward to bringing you further updates in the near future!