Laís Naoko Higashi: Lighting Up Brazil’s Vulnerable Communities

Aug 03, 2021 Posted by: Jill Jha Brazil,  Laís Naoko Higashi,  SDG10,  SDG11,  SDG7

Laís: Did you know that one billion people live without electricity in the world, and in Brazil, there are two million people in this situation? Working in all five regions of the country, Litro de Luz Brasil brings solar lighting to communities that don’t have adequate access to energy. We provide solar street lights, solar hand lights, and solar internal lights, composed of simple materials such as plastic bottles and PVC pipes. We also provide solar panels, batteries, and LEDs. We also teach the residents how to build and maintain the technology. Our mission is to improve people's quality of life through sustainable lighting solutions and empower transformation agents.

Kenna Questelles: Linking Caribbean Businesses and Consumers for Positive Impact

Jul 27, 2021 Posted by: Jill Jha Caribbean,  Kenna Questelles,  Saint Vincent and the Grenadines,  SDG10,  SDG8

Kenna: LinkUp Caribbean is a digital space where consumers can find the exact small business in the Caribbean to suit their needs—and Caribbean small businesses can find the resources to flourish and remain competitive.

Mijha Butcher Godfrey: Inviting Families to Explore Diversity through Jambo Books

Jul 20, 2021 Posted by: Jill Jha Mijha Butcher Godfrey,  SDG10,  SDG16,  SDG4,  SDG5,  USA

Mijha: Jambo Book Club exists to broaden the perspectives and build the empathy of our readers and their families. We shine a spotlight on diverse children in their everyday and fantasy lives. We hope that our efforts will start conversations that underscore the beauty of our common humanity. We are passionate about helping parents raise children who won't have to be taught to tolerate people who don't look like them because they will crave a diversity of perspectives and traditions as part of a rich life.