Introducing: The Solar Mamas of Zanzibar. Join us as we take a journey with the amazing rural women who have trained with Barefoot College International to become leaders and change-makers in their local communities, using renewable solar energy to light up their villages and change lives one village at a time. . . . . . . . #solarmama #Africa #Zanzibar #Tanzania #womenempowerment #nonprofit #womenlead #sustainable #solarpower #solarenergy #genderequity

Discover Mayan villages living in the highlands of Central America, where they farm and embrace a peaceful world together. Every cup of coffee and chocolate bar has its own story, steeped in ancient tradition and culture. . . #mayancivilization #coffeestories #chocolatestories #coffeeandchocolate #peacefulmountaintops #growwithtribes #farmtheslopes #storytelling #culturalheritage #islandnationsinthesky #barefootcoffee #faircoffee #faircacao #agroforestry #agroecology #fairtrade #ruralresilience

A sneak peek of the solar installations that just took place at Uzi Island, South Region, in Zanzibar with the latest shipment of solar panels and lanterns. The women solar engineers have provided hundreds more people with a sustainable, renewable source of light. #womenempowerment #Africa #Zanzibar #solarenergy #womensolarengineer #sustainable #cleanenergy #livelihoods #ruraldevelopment #ruralwomen #nonprofit

We just love to see it when women come together and decide to change the world! Support them today 🙌🧡 #linkinbio #WomenInPower #SolarEmpowerment #ruralwomen #indigenouswomen #ProtectOurPlanet #ClimateAction

📷 These incredible women from Senegal are mastering the art of building a tippy tap for hand washing! It's not just about hygiene—it's about empowerment, community health, and fostering independence. This simple yet impactful tool is changing the game for sanitation and paving the way for a healthier future. Who knew something so small could make such a big difference? #TippyTap #CommunityHealth #Empowerment #SenegalStrong 💧🛠✊

Mayan boys taking a stroll in their village of Ojo de Agua (Eye of Water) decided to pose for the camera. We think they look pretty cool. // Niños mayas dando un paseo en su aldea de Ojo de Agua decidieron posar para la cámara. Creemos que se ven muy bien. #islandnationsinthesky #barefootcoffee #faircoffee #agroforestry #agroecology #fairtrade #ruralresilience

Rising fuel prices aren't just numbers—they're barriers to energy. Especially for rural and indigenous communities. But we have hope. Barefoot College International is training women to bring clean, affordable energy to the remotest corners, empowering communities to break free from costly and harmful fossil fuels and putting the power back in the hands of those who will protect and steward the land and planet. Let's champion resilience against climate change and safeguard our planet together. 🌍❤️ #CleanEnergyForAll #WomenEmpowerment #ClimateResilience #ProtectOurPlanet #RuralEnergy #IndigenousRights #ClimateAction

Empowering women goes beyond the classroom—it's about giving them the tools to navigate every aspect of life. Our unique women's empowerment curriculum covers everything from livelihood skills to digital and financial literacy. A key pillar? Education on sexual and reproductive rights. This subject is often taboo in rural areas, leading to feelings of isolation, shame, or even abuse for women. By breaking the silence, we're giving these women the knowledge and the power to transform not just their lives, but the futures of entire communities. It's about creating a legacy of educated, empowered women who can champion their own reproductive rights—and those of generations to come. #KnowledgeIsPower #WomensEmpowerment #ReproductiveRights #BreakTheSilence 🌸✊

📸 The difference light can make! 🙌 💡 Cooking by the light of solar lamps, rather than toxic kerosene means fewer health issues. 💡Solar light means rural artisans and business owners can work in the evening, extending the hours they can earn income and support their families. 💡Access to energy creates a ripple effect that will be felt for generations! In rural Madagascar, a group of incredible women made this impact and we are so proud of what they've achieved, and are grateful to have been part of their journey! ✨️ Thank you to all of our supporters who help make this impact every single day through your donations and support for our work. 🧡 #SolarPower #CleanEnergy #RuralEmpowerment #MadagascarImpact #WomenInEnergy #SolarLamps #BeyondKerosene #LightTheFuture #GreenLiving #SustainableChoices #HealthierTomorrow #RuralDevelopment #EmpowerWithEnergy #ChangeWithLight #SustainabilityMatters #EcoFriendly #BrighterFutures #WomenEmpowerment #GenerationalChange #SolarImpact

📸 Behind the scenes at our training centre in Senegal 🇸🇳 Here you see a group of women from remote communities in Senegal come together to learn how to build and install solar lighting systems and how to build solar products 💡 they'll take these skills home to electrify their communities and launch businesses too! Follow along to see more from our training centres around the world 🌎 #Senegal #solar #solarenergy #womensempowerment #education #equalrights #behindthescenes #sneakpeak #feelgood #feelgoodnews #goodnewsstory #Africa #africanwomen #girlpower #womenpower #empowerment #grassroots #charity #donate #donation #nonprofit

Thanks to our incredible supporters, these children no longer have to study by the light of toxic kerosene lanterns. These produce thick black smoke, causing long-term lung and eye issues, mainly effecting women and children who spend more time in the home. So many children in rural and remote communities around the world rely on the evenings to study, and often have to support their family by working during the day. If they don't have safe, effective light, they are robbed of their chance to learn. Thanks to the support of our amazing community and partners, we were able to provide women from their community in Madagascar with training as solar engineers and with the equipment to electrify the village. Now these children can study by solar light! They have a better chance at success and we are so proud of them 🧡 Thank you to everyone who made this possible! #goodnewsstory #feelgood #feelgood #solar #charity #Africa #madagascar #childrensrights #educationforall #accesstoeducation #humanrights #genderequality

📸 Here’s a glimpse into the heart of a village in Madagascar, where the power of sunlight doesn’t set with the sun. With access to solar lighting, these talented individuals can extend their day, weaving mats well into the evening, and in turn weaving a brighter future for themselves and their families. Harnessing solar energy isn’t just about electricity, or even just about light—it’s about empowering communities, sustaining crafts, increasing resilience and paving paths to financial independence for rural people. When we empower rural women to bring light back to their communities, the ripple effect is felt for generations. Let's light up more lives, together. 💡🌍❤️ #BarefootCollegeInternational #SolarEmpowerment #RuralRevolution #SustainableLiving #LightingUpLives #SolarEnergy ##Community #Livelihoods #madagascar #madagascar🇲🇬