High Atlas Foundation

🌱🌍♻️ In the aftermath of the devastating 2023 earthquake in Morocco, the High Atlas Foundation has launched an ambitious project to support women’s livelihoods and empowerment through the production of plastic-free biodegradable tree sacks. 🇲🇦🌳🌲 Morocco’s National Forest Strategy sets ambitious goals of planting 600,000 hectares of trees by 2030. While tree planting has a direct impact on the reduction of CO2 emissions, it is important to make the process eco-friendly. HAF seeks to replace traditional plastic tree sacks with biodegradable alternatives whose production will be led by local women’s cooperatives. 💪👩💼 This initiative aims to strengthen the social fabric of local communities by involving women in economic and environmental activities. Biodegradable sack production will also provide long-term support to families most affected by the earthquake. Learn more about HAF’s tree planting initiatives: https://lnkd.in/dfwMPWEx #Morocco #EarthquakeRecovery #WomenEmpowerment #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateAction #GreenInitiative #EcoFriendly #Biodegradable #TreePlanting #CommunityDevelopment #SocialImpact #HAF #HighAtlasFoundation

في إطار برنامج ”التشجير لتعزيز الدخل وتحقيق التنمية المستدامة“ المنفذ من طرف مؤسسة الأطلس الكبير وشركائها، مستمرون في عملية إنتاج وتوزيع الأشجار المثمرة العضوية لفائدة الفلاحين للموسم 2024/2025. حيث تم توزيع 7000 شجرة مثمرة في إقليم الخميسات! 🌳 مبادرة كبيرة لدعم الفلاحين والتعاونيات الفلاحية لزيادة دخلهم وتعزيز التنمية المستدامة. As part of the "Tree Planting for Income Enhancement and Sustainable Development" program implemented by the High Atlas Foundation and its partners, the production and distribution of organic fruit trees to farmers for the 2024/2025 season continues. 7,000 fruit trees were distributed in Khemisset province! 🌳 A great initiative supporting farmers and cooperatives to boost their income and promote sustainable development. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/dfwMPWEx #SustainableDevelopment #Environment #Morocco #HighAtlasFoundation #TreePlanting #Agroforestry #OrganicFarming #ClimateAction #SustainableAgriculture

"The world begins here," where patience transforms into strength, and pain evolves into achievements. It is not just a tent; it is a complete universe where women create a bright future, serving as teachers and guides, imparting knowledge, and instilling values while shaping generations. The threads of life intertwine within the desert tent. This tent is not merely a shelter; it symbolizes empowerment, reflecting the strength of women and their ability to face challenges. In every thread woven, there lies a story of perseverance and determination. I’m Amat Allah, 61 years old. I was born and raised in Dakhla, where I studied, got married, and raised my children and grandchildren. I live between Deshra, my house, and El Badiya, a tent in the heart of the Sahara. Throughout my life, I have witnessed both peace and war, love and challenges. I find inspiration in the Talh tree (acacia). This tree symbolizes resilience; it thrives in harsh climatic conditions, enduring strong winds and a lack of water. Its growth amidst desertification mirrors the strength of Sahraoui women. العالم يبدأ هنا، حيث يتحول الصبر إلى قوة، ويتحول الألم إلى إنجازات. ليس هذا مجرد خيمة، بل هو كون كامل حيث تصنع المرأة مستقبلاً مشرقاً، تعمل كمُعلمة ومُرشدة، تمنح المعرفة وتغرس القيم، وتُشكل الأجيال. تتشابك خيوط الحياة داخل خيمة الصحراء. هذه الخيمة ليست مجرد مأوى، بل ترمز إلى التمكين، تعكس قوة المرأة وقدرتها على مواجهة التحديات. في كل خيط مُنسوج، تكمن قصة من الصبر والعزيمة. أنا أمة الله، 61 عاماً. ولدت وترعرعت في الداخلة، حيث درست وتزوجت وربيت أطفالي وأحفادي. أعيش بين دشرة، بيتي، والبادية، خيمة في قلب الصحراء. طوال حياتي، شهدت السلام والحرب، الحب والتحديات. أجد الإلهام في شجرة الطلح. تُرمز هذه الشجرة إلى المرونة، فهي تزدهر في الظروف المناخية القاسية، تتحمل الرياح القوية ونقص المياه. نموها وسط التصحر يعكس قوة المرأة الصحراوية. by hajiba boumasmar Read More: https://lnkd.in/e_iqeMdJ #womenempowerment #cooperativebusiness #sustainability #Morocco #HighAtlasFoundation #inspiration #NewBlog #Read #BlogTips 

HAF also worked with the women of Talat-N-Mimoun to provide them with useful resources for cooperative building and management. This included leadership training, management skills, and financial education and skills. Now, just a few months after the original empowerment workshop, the women have officially and legally established their cooperative. HAF has also provided the community with three shelters to house the cooperative’s activities, two shelters for sewing and one as a space for children to gather. Additionally, a bathroom is also in the process of being provided for the future. عملت مؤسسة الأطلس الكبير أيضاً مع نساء تلات نميمون لتزويدهن بالموارد اللازمة لبناء التعاونيات وإدارتها. وشمل ذلك التدريب على القيادة، والمهارات الإدارية، واكتساب المهارات المالية. والآن، بعد بضعة أشهر فقط من ورشة التمكين، أسست النساء تعاونيتهن رسمياً وقانونياً. كما قدمت مؤسسة الأطلس الكبير لهن ثلاثة هياكل سكنية مؤقتة لاستضافة أنشطة التعاونية، اثنين للخياطة وواحد كمساحة لتجمع الأطفال. بالإضافة إلى ذلك، يجري حالياً تجهيز حمام لاستخدامه في المستقبل. by Kaitlyn Waring Read More: https://lnkd.in/eDksHruc Published by Eurasia Review: https://lnkd.in/eMM3NY-4 #womenempowerment #cooperativebusiness #sustainability #Morocco #HighAtlasFoundation #inspiration #NewBlog #Read #BlogTips

💪✅ Some of the women spoke about seeing a new horizon for their cooperative work, realizing that improving quality and embracing new ideas is key to sustainable growth. One of the participants particularly inspired me when she said: “I felt like I was taking a big step toward a better future for our cooperative. I saw how, with our collective effort, we can achieve what we see now in this great company. We are capable of this.” 💪✅ تحدثت بعض النساء عن رؤية أفق جديد لعملهن التعاوني، وإدراكهن أن تحسين الجودة واحتضان الأفكار الجديدة هو مفتاح النمو المستدام. لقد ألهمتني إحدى المشاركات بشكل خاص عندما قالت: ”لقد شعرت وكأنني أخطو خطوة كبيرة نحو مستقبل أفضل لتعاونيتنا. لقد رأيت كيف يمكننا من خلال جهودنا الجماعية، تحقيق ما نراه الآن في هذه الشركة العظيمة. نحن قادرون على ذلك“. by YOUSSEF MAZDOU Read More: https://lnkd.in/eHtAzqb7 #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #cooperativebusiness #sustainability #Morocco #HighAtlasFoundation #inspiration #NewBlog #Read #BlogTips

🌱💪 Dr. Yossef Ben-Meir, the President of the High Atlas Foundation, shared a powerful message at the Casablanca Climate Leadership Forum 2024. He emphasized the importance of community-led initiatives and participatory action research in addressing complex challenges. 🗝️🎯 Key takeaways from his speech: • Scaling Up Community-Led Initiatives: We need more facilitators to support community planning and decision-making. • Flexible Funding Mechanisms: Funding should be flexible to address the diverse needs of communities, including water, education, and healthcare. • University Engagement: Universities should integrate participatory action research into their curricula to train the next generation of changemakers. 🌳🌍 Let's work together to build a more sustainable future.  #CCLF2024 #ClimateLeadership #Education #Sustainability #Casablanca #Morocco #HighAtlasFoundation #ClimateAction #HAF #CasablancaClimate #ESCA ESCA Ecole de Management Ingelec Casablanca Finance City LE MATIN Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University GIBS Business School (Gordon Institute of Business Science) Stellenbosch Business School The American University in Cairo Strathmore Business School (SBS) SINGEP - Simpósio Internacional de Gestão, Projetos, Inovação e Sustentabilidade CYRUS Institute of Knowledge (CIK) Bentley University - McCallum Graduate School of Business EM Normandie Business School

We are excited to have Yossef Ben-Meir, President of the High Atlas Foundation (HAF), as a speaker at CCLF 2024's Stakeholders' Day Panel B: Educating for Change: Turning Insights into Responsible and Impactful Solutions. The Stakeholders’ Day Panels will be held at ESCA's Campus, Grand Auditorium, on October 25th, 2024, from 8:30 to 12:30. Join us on Friday, October 25. Register here: https://lnkd.in/egfb3Pf5 #GuestSpeaker #CCLF2024 #BS4CLAfrica #ESCA #ShapingLeaders #ClimateFinance #Sustainability #ClimateAction #PublicPrivatePartnerships #StakeholdersDay #Africa #SustainableDevelopment #LocalSolutions #ClimateLeadership

🌍 CCLF 2024 – Stakeholders' Day 🌍 How can education shape climate-conscious leaders? Join us for the Educating for Change panel on October 25th to discuss how academic institutions are turning insights into actionable, impactful solutions. Together, we’ll explore how to inspire the next generation of leaders to take bold steps toward climate resilience. We look forward to seeing you in Casablanca! Join us on Friday, October 25. Register here: https://lnkd.in/egfb3Pf5 Alexander Kolker, Ph.D. Jeremy B Williams Nada Naufal 🌐 Amanuel Tekleab Yossef Ben-Meir #CCLF2024 #EducationForChange #ClimateAction #Sustainability #ImpactfulSolutions #StakeholdersDay #Africa #SustainableDevelopment #LocalSolutions #ClimateLeadership

🏃♀️🎽🌱 Atlas Hope Ultra Athletes join High Atlas children for a day of tree planting... and fun! Through the Atlas Hope Ultramarathon, athletes from around the world are raising money to support relief and rebuilding efforts in High Atlas Mountain communities. Here they are enjoying local hospitality and supporting a tree planting activity with school children, before they take on 64 kilometres through the peaks of the Atlas Mountains. High Atlas Foundation Yossef Ben-Meir Mohammed Ajrinija #AtlasHopeUltra #HighAtlas #TreePlanting #CommunityImpact #Ultramarathon #HAF #HighAtlasFoundation #Morocco #Sustainability #LocalImpact #GlobalReach #Charity #GivingBack #Adventure #Outdoor #MountainLife #Hiking #Running #Fitness #Challenge #Inspiration #Motivation #PositiveImpact #Community #Children #Education #Hope #Future

✅🎯 Dr. Yossef Ben-Meir, President of the High Atlas Foundation, will be speaking at the Casablanca Climate Leadership Forum (CCLF) 2024! He'll be sharing his insights on "Educating for Change: Turning Insights into Responsible & Impactful Solutions" during Panel B on October 25th. Join us at this important event to learn more about how education can drive sustainable development. Don't miss this and other interactive sessions! Register to attend the Casablanca Climate Leadership Forum 2024: https://lnkd.in/egfb3Pf5 #CCLF2024 #ClimateLeadership #Education #Sustainability #Casablanca #Morocco #HighAtlasFoundation #ClimateAction #HAF #CasablancaClimate #ESCA ESCA Ecole de Management High Atlas Foundation Yossef Ben-Meir