Who We Are.
Twinleaf Arakan is a youth-led non-profit based in Rakhine, Myanmar. We work with small scale farmers and community youths to promote sustainable agriculture, protect natural resources and build resilient communities. We focus on young people and farmers of all ages, helping them and apply eco-friendly farming methods that secure livelihoods and protect environment.
Our Vision
“A strong and self-sufficient rural Arakan, where farmers use sustainable farming methods, grow enough food for their communities and are prepared for environmental challenges”
Mission
“We help farmers protect the land and natural resources to promoting eco-friendly farming and building strong, climate resilient communities through training, local actions and youth leadership.”
Our Core Values
• Ethics First
• People and Planet
We support development that benefits both the environment and communities
• Local First
We value local knowledge and community led solutions. We strengthen small farms, reduce reliance on outside support.
• Change Starts Inside
Real change begins when individuals and communities take ownership of their growth and act responsibly.
What We Do
We do these through our main programs (Center for Soil Defenders and Community Impact Program)
- Education & Awareness (training, workshop, exchange, work camp and campaign)
- Community Projects (basic infrastructure development, product development, market linkage and strengthening local networks)
- Research and Innovation (Farm research at Twinleaf farm, farming research with local farmers, sharing new ideas and methods)
- Advocacy (Speaking up policies that promote youth involvement in farming, protect soil, natural resources and environmental justice for farming communities)