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November 2024
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
October 2024
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
September 2024
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
August 2024
We are starting the tendering process for the urgently needed drying and storage area for treated bamboo on our project site in Guata. We still need around 4,000 euros to complete the operation of the treatment plant that has already been built. This infrastructure is essential to drive forward the next construction phases and promote … Read more
July 2024
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!
June 2024
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
May 2024
We are represented with an information stand at the European Bamboo Expo in Dortmund from 16 – 18 May, just like last year. This is a great opportunity to present our project in Ghana, make valuable contacts in the bamboo industry and gain new impetus from inspiring presentations by renowned bamboo experts. Rabea attends the … Read more
April 2024
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
March 2024
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