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The contract for the construction of the bamboo storage has been given to Jan and his new company, DeBleen Ltd. Preparations for the construction are starting in Accra.(Photo credit: DeBleen Ltd) Our donation campaign for the next construction phase in March is online: Donate now!

We are delighted to have gained socialarchitecture e.V. as a supporter and professional partner!The non-profit organisation supports construction and planning projects to provide housing, schools and utility buildings in developing countries, in line with the United Nations 2030 Agenda. One focus is the reduction of inequality through better access to education, housing and basic services. … Read more

We are now a member of The Good Ones, a platform that connects professionals with non-profit organisations to promote social projects through skills-based volunteering. Our decision to become a member is based on the goal of further professionalising ourselves and increasing our capacities. Particularly in the areas of fundraising and public relations, we hope to … Read more

We accept the invitation from the municipality of Herzebrock-Clarholz to the Volunteer Day. Chris and Rabea represent our association at this special event, where around 100 associations are honoured for their commitment. It was an inspiring evening that focussed on the importance of volunteering for our community. We were very pleased! Rabea and Chris are … Read more

Online meeting for the design presentation of the students of the seminar ‘Climate-friendly building’ of the Rhein-Main University of Applied Sciences in the summer semester 2024. The focus was on the design of the main hall of the bamboo training centre in Ghana. In close cooperation with GROW Colourful Ghana, a circular building was designed … Read more

We are launching our social media presence on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn! From now on, we will regularly share news and insights into our projects there – follow us to stay up to date!

Rabea represents Empowerment Bamboo at the ‘Bouw met Bamboe’ symposium in Rotterdam. The first of its kind in the Netherlands to focus on bamboo in architecture, construction and design. Expert presentations, workshops and an exhibition offer exciting insights and opportunities for dialogue. Two of our members, Robert and David, are taking on the role of … Read more

Rabea is present at the EMPOWERMENT BAMBOO workshop. Topic: “Bamboo Research: Lifelong Learning Helps!” with bamboo expert Markus Roselieb. Important exchange on research progress and educational approaches in the bamboo sector. Our Annual General Meeting takes place. Martin Tiggemann is elected as the new 1st Chairman. An important step into a new era of our … Read more

Rabea and Christoph take part in the general meeting of the Ghana Forum NRW at the Auslandsgesellschaft Dortmund. Important exchange and networking with actors in development work. Rabea takes part in the Haus des Stiftens webinar: “Remuneration in non-profit organizations”. Important insights into fair remuneration structures and their implementation. Rabea and Christoph are taking part … Read more