Lead organisation: Initiative of Trans with a Mission-Uganda
Trans-Harmony Farms addresses the pressing issue of economic exclusion and social marginalisation of LGBTQIA+ individuals in rural Uganda. Discrimination severely limits their access to stable livelihoods, leaving them vulnerable to hunger, poverty and isolation.
The solution lies in creating an inclusive agricultural hub where these individuals can engage in sustainable farming practices, acquire essential skills, and secure a stable income. This initiative not only empowers participants economically but also fosters social integration in climate-smart agriculture and strengthens food security in the region. The expected outcome is a resilient, cohesive community where individuals thrive alongside their peers, promotion of policy reforms that foster inclusivity and environmental sustainability in Uganda’s agricultural sector and also contribute positively to society and local efforts of poverty alleviation.
Innovation Challenge grantees had the option to participate in a study looking at the transformative potential of their initiative. This is part of the Seeds for Transformative Resilience work. This involved a series of interviews and research that were compiled to develop a document that better details and explains these efforts. A seed is a local or regional initiative already being implemented but not yet mainstream/dominant, that contributes to community resilience and has the potential to trigger transformative change.