[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The end of 2021 also marked the end of our three-year support for Impact Hero 2019, Wai Wai NuWith the pandemic's global domination in 2020 and the Myanmar military coup in 2021, we had quite a turbulent journey during the three years of support. Nonetheless, 445 people have donated US$ 119,102 to support the operations of Wai Wai’s youth development programs in Myanmar, advocacy activities during the military coup in Myanmar, and support for the establishment of new organizations."It was our proud privilege to have been able to support such a brilliant changemaker, to deliver with [our donors] the necessary support at the right time, and to slowly witness change happening over time." - Aska Hamakawa, CEO and Co-Founder, Earth CompanyOur utmost gratitude to all of the supporters who have helped us – and Wai Wai!Though we may have stopped actively supporting her, we will definitely continue rooting for and supporting Wai Wai in all her future endeavors.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="50px"][vc_row_inner row_type="row" type="full_width" text_align="center" css_animation=""][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][button target="_blank" hover_type="default" text="Read the full report" color="#ffffff" hover_color="#ffffff" border_color="#6a9576" hover_border_color="#d17775" background_color="#6a9576" hover_background_color="#d17775" link="https://bit.ly/waiwai_report"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Transformative Business Network Asia (TBN Asia) strives to fight poverty through enterprise, taking an ecosystem approach to support social enterprises that serve marginalized communities in Southeast Asia. From September 22nd to 24th TBN Asia held its flagship annual event designed to shine a spotlight on social entrepreneurship and impact investing. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="50px"][vc_single_image image="34185" img_size="large" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]During the conference, Earth Company’s very own Tomo Hamakawa, held a session sharing more about how organizations or social entrepreneurs can balance profit and impact.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_video link="https://youtu.be/FKKDE2-6Uok" el_width="90" align="center"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]On the last day of the conference, TBN Asia partnered with Earth Company to host an Impact Trip for their delegates. A total of 25 participants visited Mana Earthly Paradise for a tour of the property and learned about the eco-technologies and sustainable business practices that are being implemented.  [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The long wait is over. Earth Company and Mana Earthly Paradise have just hosted the largest international group since the onset of the pandemic. As part of the Luce Scholars Wrap-Up gathering, the Asia Foundation and Earth Company worked together to curate impact excursions that would take 55 American scholars to understand the diverse issues on the island and discover the means to tackle them.  The large group of scholars were split into five thematic journeys, where with the help of several other local organizations, each individual group would get its own insightful, thought-provoking, and tailor-made journey. The five journeys were:[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="50px"][vc_column_text]

1.  The Wild West, with Five Pillar Experience

2. The Green Hills of Tabanan, with Talasi & Sarinbuana

3. Disconnect to Reconnect, with Astungkara Way

4. Social Innovation in Bali, with Earth Company & Mana Earthly Paradise

5. From Peak to Shore, with Living Seas, MuntiGunung, Palmira, and Garam Amed

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]During this year’s Asia Venture Philanthropy Network (AVPN) global conference in Bali, Earth Company had the opportunity to welcome the conference attendees on an Impact Bali Excursion. A total of 22 AVPN conference participants, from 16 international organizations, joined us to get firsthand accounts of how Bali – Ubud specifically – is becoming a hub of social innovation.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="34152" img_size="large" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Together with event partners Kopernik and Bumi Sehat, the delegates set off on a half-day excursion to witness the impactful work of each organization in tackling some of the issues that are so apparent in Bali and Indonesia.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="34154" img_size="large" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="34156" img_size="large" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The first group of participants, on June 23rd, visited Bumi Sehat Clinic to meet with Impact Hero 2016, Robin Lim and hear how gentle, loving birth can lead to world peace. On the next day, the second group visited Kopernik’s office to explore their three core types of work anchored in lean experimentation to find solutions for social and environmental challenges. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="34158" img_size="large" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Following each visit, the delegates toured the Mana Earthly Paradise property, meeting Earth Company’s co-founder Tomo Hamakawa who delivered an overview of how it is creating regenerative futures for all lives. Big thanks to Yayasan Bumi Sehat and Kopernik for taking part in the Impact Bali Excursions and inspiring the participants to pursue a sustainable, peaceful, and just world.  If you want to learn more about Bali’s social innovation scene and witness the change that is happening please reach out to us at: [email protected][/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row]

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Looking to get a change of scenery, seven team members from imageMILL stayed at Mana Earthly Paradise for their annual company retreat. During their four-day retreat the team set out to deepen their understanding of what positive impact they can do to suppress the world’s environmental and societal challenges.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="50px"][vc_single_image image="34180" img_size="large" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Earth Company assisted in curating and facilitating parts of their company retreat which included a tour of Mana’s eco-facilities; a session with co-founder/CXO Tomo Hamakawa on regeneration; a visit to Bumi Sehat Clinic, introducing them to Impact Hero 2016, Robin Lim; as well as a joint mangrove clean up initiative with Impact Hero 2022 Finalist, Gary Bencheghib’s non-profit, Sungai Watch.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="50px"][vc_single_image image="34182" img_size="large" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]“From learning from local culture, volunteering and meeting incredible people on the way, our Bali strategy retreat makes us believe we can still have a chance to contribute to the planet. The team has experienced different activities along the way, making us more conscious about our actions and how we can connect with more people through the same goal” - imageMILL team Earth Company warmly welcomes companies, organizations, communities, executives, and individuals to witness the social impact that is brewing in Bali. Contact us at [email protected] to customize your next positively impactful company retreat![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="50px"][vc_column_text]

About imageMILL

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BALI AS IT STANDS

INTRODUCING: IMPACT BALI EXCURSION

IMMERSION INTO SOCIAL INNOVATION

INSPIRING SOLUTIONS TO REAL-WORLD PROBLEMS

EXPLORE WHILE MAKING BALI A BETTER PLACE

OUR PAST IMPACT TOUR EXPERIENCES

LOJEL

AVPN Summit Participants

Diplomat Success Challenge Competition

MAKE YOUR NEXT CORPORATE OUTING ONE THAT LEAVES A POSITIVE FOOTPRINT, WITH US.

Get in touch with us, and create your customized impact excursion for your team and colleagues! 

Contact us: [email protected]

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Earth Company called for applications to Impact Hero 2022 in August 2021 and  received dozens of applications from a total of 15 countries. The selection committee was once again impressed by the applicants’ great visions and their initiatives tackling some of the most pressing challenges of our time.  After much discussion and careful consideration, the committee  selected 7 distinguished changemakers to be part of the Impact Hero 2022 cohort.With much anticipation and excitement, we are thrilled to share with you the Grand Winner and 6 Finalists of Impact Hero 2022![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="100px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]

USAID's Tourism for All Award ‘Climate Champion’ in 2021 The Earth Hall of Fame by the Earth Forum Kyoto, Japan, in 2019 Human Rights Award ‘Sergio Viera de Mello’ President Palace of Nicolao Lobato, Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste in 2018.

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Starting this year Earth Company has launched a new support program for the Impact Hero cohort. This is an exciting journey and challenge for the organization as we have selected and worked with one Impact Hero at a time in the past.This year, we have the opportunity to work with 9 Impact Hero finalists in addition to the Impact Hero winner, thanks to our partnership with the Well-being for Planet Earth Foundation, a recently established Japan-based private foundation supporting research and innovation related to well-being.Here’s our exciting offering to the cohort:[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="50px"][vc_column_text]

1. Lead-to-Regenerate (L2R) Empowerment Program

1. Regenerative
2. Well-being
3. Long-term Thinking

Photo: The cohort discussing “new leadership in new paradigm” in June  

2. Access to the Knowledge Hub and Expert Webinars

3. Optional Mentorship Program

4. Impact Hero Community

Call for Applications - Impact Hero 2022

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Alongside Japanese superstars Naomi Osaka and Shohei Ohtani, our Executive Director, Aska Hamakawa, was featured in an August 2021 edition of Newsweek Japan commending Earth Company’s support to changemakers and Mana Earthly Paradise’s innovative model.  Aska nor the team was informed of the publication, so you can imagine the shock when a friend found her in print!In response to the delightful news, Aska commented: “To be honest, I’m not comfortable with just my name being highlighted because this has thoroughly been a team effort both for Earth Company and Mana. This recognition is completely the result of the hard work and dedication by our team members. In addition, if it weren’t for all our supporters and believers, we wouldn’t be able to do what we do.  So, I’m receiving this on behalf of the entire Earth Company family” Thank you to all our supporters and partners for being part of our amazing journey and celebrating this milestone with us!  [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Earth Company and its Impact Heroes recently enjoyed a rare opportunity to collaborate at an exciting event co-organized by Ashoka and Singapore Management University’s Lien Centre for Social Innovation. The team hosted an experience workshop titled "Impact Heroes in Action: Integrating All Four Skills towards Social Innovation" with four of our Impact Heroes, Bella Galhos, Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner, Wai Wai Nu, and Arief Rabik, at the CHANGEMAKER Forum, which attracted over 300 students, parents, and educators in total. The Impact Heroes not only shared their life stories and current challenges but also discussed the four critical qualities for changemakers: Conscious Empathy, Collective Teamwork, New Leadership, and Practicing Changemaking. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="50px"][vc_column_text]

Life-story interview with IMPACT HEROES

Dialogue session with participants

Bella Galhos’ group:

Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner’s group:

Wai Wai Nu’s group :

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]On 25th February, Earth Company successfully concluded the first "Cross-Boundary Exchange for Social Innovation" online edition with eleven students from Osaka University and eight young social innovation practitioners from Indonesia. Organized by Osaka University and delivered by Earth Company, the six-day intensive virtual workshop aimed for the participants to formulate innovative solutions to pressing social and environmental challenges. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The program consisted of lectures from guest speakers engaged in socio-environmental issues in Bali and Japan, practical frameworks of social innovations, personal reflections, group work, and presentations. It was indeed an interdisciplinary learning experience with participants from various backgrounds including engineering, material science, philosophy, and healthcare who were all passionate about tackling challenges in climate change, poverty, waste, gender inequality, etc.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="31719" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]After learning the basic theories and frameworks of social innovation and the SDGs, the program focused on real-world challenges and solutions in Bali and Japan. Growing up in Bali and witnessing the good and bad aspects of mass tourism, I Putu Wiraguna shared his experiences in developing the Five Pillar Foundation and later the Ubud Bali Farm to uplift rural communities in Bali. Based in Akita, Japan, Yoshitaka Ohara from Habataku shared his work in regional revitalization. Habataku has been trying to transform the prefecture, whose population is decreasing and aging rapidly, into a more sustainable community by connecting people and re-designing learning and living environments for people of various ages.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner row_type="row" type="full_width" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="31721" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="31739" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]From day 3 to 5, the participants dove deeply into social and environmental initiatives, including urban and rural development, waste management, community and women empowerment, and healthcare in both places. Each speaker shared his/her personal stories that propelled them to devote themselves to their respective causes and how they overcame numerous obstacles. Despite everything online, all the participants were super engaged, asking questions about practical solutions and bringing ideas to their own projects and research.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner row_type="row" type="full_width" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="31723" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="31725" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]On the last day of the program, all the participants presented their social innovation projects or research themes, integrating the knowledge and tools from the past five days. We were amazed by the projects' maturity and creativity, from supporting a climate tech start-up ecosystem, empowering women in rural Indonesia, to making the shipping industry green, for example. We were also honored to have our speakers attend the presentations and listen to many innovative ideas from the next-gen changemakers.At the end of the program, the Indonesian participants received program certificates from Professor Hirata from Osaka University. To infuse a sense of reality to the online program, we invited onene Indonesian participant based in Bali to come to Mana Earthly Paradise in Ubud and receive the certificate directly from Tomo, Managing Director of Earth Company.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="31727" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Overall the program was a huge success. We are grateful to have this opportunity to nurture the next generation changemakers, just like Tomo shared, "I'm relieved and energized that we were able to make a strong impact on many, if not all, the nineteen participants. This sensation of impact-achievement is so special" . [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="100px"][vc_row_inner row_type="row" type="full_width" text_align="left" css_animation="" css=".vc_custom_1616933045819{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #e5f2e4 !important;}"][vc_column_inner width="1/4"][vc_single_image image="30416" img_size="medium" alignment="center" style="vc_box_rounded" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="3/4"][vc_column_text]

Tomo Hamakawa

A few words from the participants

• I Putu Wiraguna , Ubad Farm Bali / Five Pillar Experiences
• Yoshitaka Ohara, Habataku Inc.
• Piter Panjaitan, Bali Life Foundation
• Aniek Puspawardani, Kelecung Project
• M. Abid Kamalsyah, STOP Project
• Chie Bannai & Ei Nozaki, Recotech
• Ibu Sari, PKP Community Center
• Robin Lim, Bumi Sehat Foundation

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]At Earth Company, our mission is to empower and inspire change-makers who realize social change for our future generations. This includes nurturing the next generation change-makers through our Impact Bali program, and at times we partner with value-aligned organizations like Amani Institute to support their work in developing professionals who create social impact.  In this context, we had the pleasure and honor to serve as the apprenticeship host organization for Amani’s first ever online Social Innovation Management Fellowship Program. During this 3-month apprenticeship, four fellows joined Earth Company and took on two important projects: Marketing Strategy for Mana Earthly Paradise and Market Research for  Operation Green.We were impressed with the quality of the fellows’ work as well as their positive attitude. Despite having little experience in tourism and sustainability consulting, they were able to pick up the tasks rapidly and provided constructive and actionable recommendations for both projects. In short, it was a pleasant and successful collaboration! We are confident that this would serve as the beginning of a long-term partnership and look forward to hosting another batch of fellows. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" css=".vc_custom_1612764409637{background-color: #e5f2e4 !important;}"][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1612762388911{margin-right: 20px !important;margin-left: 20px !important;border-right-width: 15px !important;border-left-width: 15px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;background-color: #e5f2e4 !important;}"]

A few words from Amani Institute and the Fellows 

Stephanie Haase

Aroun Dupuis

Andrea Tan

Mafe Zamora

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Diversity Voyage in Bali

An Intensive Online Program on Sustainable Tourism, Circular Economy, and Global Citizenship

Application deadline: 21 February 2021 by 10PM (GMT+8)

Program Overview  

• How do we promote sustainable tourism and circular business models in Indonesia, Japan, and beyond? 
• How will sustainable tourism and circular economy look like in the post-covid world? 

WHO - PARTICIPANTS

• 25 students of Toyo University
• 16 Indonesian participants - you will be applying to this batch

WHERE 

WHEN 

• 4th March – 10th March 2021 (7 days)
• Program orientation will be conducted beforehand. Date will be notified to the successful candidates.

FEE - Full-scholarship

• The scholarship will cover the participation fee 
• Certificate of completion will be given by GiFT

REQUIREMENTS 

• University/ Polytechnic students in Indonesia
• Able to participate in the whole program (4th – 10th March 2021)
• Have hospitality and motivation to learn from the program
• Have willingness to work as a team and to motivate others
• Have passion and strong interest in sustainable tourism, circular economy, and global citizenship
• Have interests in social awareness and global awareness
• English proficiency: excellent reading, writing, and speaking
• Prepare following items for the sessions: -PC with Wi-Fi access for the internet (tablets, smartphones are not recommended for long hours sessions) -Earphone with microphone -White blank papers (A4/letter size) -Thick Colored Pen (black or any legible color is OK)

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

• Complete application form through
• GiFT & Earth Company will select participants based on submitted applications with consideration of participants’ diversity, and call for further interview sessions 
• Selection results will be notified to each participant via Email.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

ORGANIZER 

Global Incubation x Fostering Talents (GiFT)

Earth Company

CONTACT DETAILS 

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]After taking a year to consolidate the learning from the first five years, Earth Company called for applications to Impact Hero 2021 in July 2020.  We received a record number of applications from 65 changemakers representing 17 countries, from Afghanistan in the west to Fiji in the east. The selection committee was impressed by the very high quality of candidates, especially the 10 finalists, this year.  All of them demonstrate unshakeable commitment to tackling some of the most pressing challenges of our times. The committee members were even moved to tears by the life stories of some candidates.  With much anticipation and excitement, we are thrilled to share with you the Grand Winner and Runner-up of Impact Hero 2021! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="100px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]

About Arief Rabik:

About Environmental Bamboo Foundation (EBF):

About Randi and his work:

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type="row" type="full_width" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column_inner width="1/4"][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="31176" img_size="medium" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="3/4"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]We are pleased to announce that Earth Company has joined The Long Run as an Affiliate member to drive positive change for the health of the planet and the well-being of people.The Long Run is one of the world’s largest sustainable development movements led by nature-based businesses.  It started out as an initiative of the Zeitz Foundation, founded by celebrated philanthropist Jochen Zeitz. Today, it is an independent UK-based charity that collectively with its members helps conserve over 20-million-acres of biodiversity and improves the lives of 750,000 people. As an Affiliate Member, we share the same drive to support sustainable, ecologically and socially responsible projects through the 4Cs — Conservation, Community, Culture and Commerce. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height="100px"][vc_column_text]

Earth Company partners with The Long Run to create a world in which Business, Nature and People are working together for a sustainable future.  

CONSERVATION

COMMUNITY

CULTURE

COMMERCE

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Earth Company’s call for Impact Hero 2021 received applications from 65 changemakers from all across the Asia Pacific. The selection committee was surprised and inspired by the exceptional quality of the applications on the whole that demonstrates the evolution of the regional ecosystem.  From the initial batch, the committee members had the opportunity to speak directly with more than a dozen of candidates. While this process is undoubtedly time- and energy-consuming, it is a deeply rewarding and energizing experience for the Earth Company team to realize that so many individuals literally dedicate their lives to tackle enormous, complex challenges facing humanity and the earth. We will be announcing the winner in December, but for now, you can read a little about them – each with riveting stories, innovative solutions, and tremendous impact potential – below!(Listed in alphabetical order)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="75px"][vc_column_text]

1. Somsak Boonkam

2. Sagufta Salma Janif

3. Kristin Kagetsu

4. Randi Julian Miranda

5. Muhammad Noor

6. Aravinth Panch

7. Arief Rabik

8. Rhea Mazumdar Singhal

9. Patima Tungpuchayakul

10. Nguyen Thi Van

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]As part of the call for applications of Impact Hero 2021, Earth Company has organized a series of online events to hear directly from current and former Impact Heroes about their experiences. All the online events will be broadcasted on Facebook Live.  Please follow Earth Company Facebook Page to receive notifications of these events!There will be ample time for Q&A at the end of each session so please join us and ask your questions![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][vc_column_text]

Heroes Talk #1,30th July

Bella's Journey with Earth Company to Transform the Future of Timor-Leste

Date/Time: 30th July, 2020, 15:00-16:00, UTC+8

Event Page: Heroes Talk #1 

Impact Hero 2015 Bella Galhos

Heroes Talk #2,12th August

Wai Wai's Approach to Peace Building as a Human Rights Activist

Date/Time: 12th August 2020, 10:00-11:00, UTC+8

Event Page: Heroes Talk #2 

Impact Hero 2019 Wai Wai Nu

Heroes Talk #3, 19th August

A Midwife’s Life-work to Save the World, One Baby at a Time

Date/Time: 19th August 2020, 10:00-11:00, UTC+8

Event Page: Heroes Talk #3 

Impact Hero 2016 Robin Lim

Heroes Talk #4, 29th August

A Marshallese Poet’s Journey in the Climate Crisis Era

Date/Time: 29th August 2020, 10:00-11:00, UTC+8

Event Page: Heroes Talk ♯4 

Impact Hero 2017 Kathy Jetnil Kijiner

25th August

A Fireside Chat on “Leadership Qualities for Social Change”

Date/Time: 25h August 2020, 20:00-21:00, UTC+8

Event Page: A Fireside Chat 

Mason Tan

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IMPACT HEROES

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ABOUT

IMPACT HEROES DAY

EARTH COMPANY 5th ANNIVERSARY EVENT

DINNER PARTY WITH THE IMPACT HEROES

Limited to our monthly donors (Hero Supporters)!

IMPACT HEROES

IMPACT HERO 2015 Bella Galhos

East Timor, Environmental Education/LGBT

IMPACT HERO 2016 Robin Lim

Indonesia, Healthcare

IMPACT HERO 2017 Kathy Jetnil Kijiner

Marshall Islands, Climate Change

IMPACT HERO 2018 Johnpierre Montilia

Philippines, Youth Empowerment

IMPACT HERO 2019 WaiWai Nu

Myanmar, Peace-building

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What a journey this has been!

+ Raising US$700,000 for our Impact Heroes' work

+ Building 8 new facilities in 4 countries

+ Positively contributing to the lives of 460,000 people through our Impact Heroes

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As part of its efforts to provide greater support to exceptional Asia-Pacific leaders who have been shortlisted as Impact Hero finalists, Earth Company ran a two day mentorship session for 2018 Finalist Ramnath (Ram) Chandrasekhar in Ubud, Bali on 25-26 April 2019. Ram is a celebrated Indian conservation educator & filmmaker who is committed to preserving and protecting India’s natural heritage by pursuing projects that inspire and empower India’s youth to become environmental stewards. In addition, he and his partner Rachita have created the Earth Ambassadors program under the organization Trust for Environmental Education (TREE). Earth Ambassadors are Indian youth who receive training and support to work with their local communities on issues related to conservation and environmental responsibility.   Bolstered by the success of their efforts so far, Ram and Rachita were looking to scale up and expand their work with a series of ambitious programs. These included a 3000 kilometer nature and conservation awareness raising Walk Project, building a nature center, creating an Earth Mentors program for Earth Ambassador alumni and expanding their school-based photo-storytelling and filmmaking workshops. In order to get a bit of guidance on their next steps, Ram and his partner Rachita travelled from Chennai, India to Bali, Indonesia to meet with the Earth Company team. Over the course of several days, the Earth Company team worked with Ram and Rachita to better understand their work and their plans for the road ahead. Reflecting on the workshop Ram notes that:“The Bali meeting came at just the right time for us. We were feeling a bit down because our Walk Project was being delayed because of some health issues. The discussions with Earth Company helped us transcend our sadness over this and realize how much we still could do right now to set ourselves up for success. In addition, our meetings helped Rachita and I prioritize our work.  We have put many of our expansion ideas on the backburner and will now focus our energy and time in the next 2-3 years on solidifying the Earth Ambassadors Programme, developing the Nature Center and on organization developmental steps like improving our administrative and compliance procedures, creating a website, developing a fundraising strategy and forming a Board of Directors. Thank you so much again. We left Bali with smiles on our faces.” Earth Company is pleased to offer this same opportunity for all Impact Hero Finalists. While we do not yet have the financial capacity to cover travel and accommodation expenses, if you are able to travel to Ubud, Bali, we will make the time to work with you on key priorities, areas of concern or need. We are also considering offering online mentorship opportunities for Impact Hero Finalists.  If you would like to find out more about Ram and Rachita’s work, please contact Ram: [email protected]  

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Earth Company’s call for Impact Hero 2019 received applications from 56 changemakers from all across the Asia Pacific. From the 56 applicants, five were selected as finalists. We will be announcing the winner early next year, but for now, you can read a little about our finalists - each with inspiring stories, innovative ideas and great potential - below.

Who applied?

Tackling SDGs

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Where better to build an 'innovative city' than on the frontline of climate change?

0.5°C is the difference between life and death

"For a while, climate advocates were pushing for 2 degrees, but at 2 degrees our country would be under water. 0.5 degrees might not seem like much of a difference, but for our islands it’s the difference between life and death.”

"None of us expected it to be this bad, so soon"

A temperature rise trajectory of 1.5°C by 2100 is estimated to raise sea levels by approximately 1.7ft (0.52m) [source], well above levels that will render key infrastructure unusable for the Marshalls.

In the worst case, we could be looking at a median sea-level rise of 5.9ft (1.8m).

Confronting a harsh reality

It is too late to focus only on fighting to keep temperature rise to within 1.5°C. If the Marshallese are to protect their ancestral homes and the land that is so core to their history and culture, they need to look for new solutions.

"I am still grieving, and angry, over this path we are being forced to take"

The Marshalls contributes only 0.00001 percent of the global total of emissions.

And yet, "we are now being forced to consider possibilities we would never have considered before, with money we don’t have."

Moving from grief to action

"Those artificial islands created by Maldives and Saudi Arabia are billion dollar projects for a handful of islands – we are a nation of 29 coral atolls and 1,156 individual islands and islets that stretches across 800,000 square kilometers, 500,000 square miles, of Pacific Ocean."

The Opportunity

So Kathy has extended an invite to those working to build more resilient and innovative cities to visit the Marshalls. This is their chance to seize the opportunity to develop solutions in a country that is already facing the effects of climate change.

[Report by Mariko McTier with quotes from Kathy Jetñil-Kijiner]

• Click here to find out more about Earth Company's support for Kathy and Jo-Jikum
• Kathy's Official Website: www.kathyjetnilkijiner.com
• Updates on Jo-Jikum's activities: www.facebook.com/jojikum

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We are excited to announce that we have opened applications for our Impact Hero 2019!

Last year we received 24 applications from all over the Asia Pacific region, and we hope that this year - with your help - we can reach an even greater number of change-makers.

IMPACT HERO 2019 APPLICATIONS

OUR IMPACT HEROES ARE:

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

• actively involved in tackling major social and/or environmental challenges in the developing countries of the Asia Pacific*;
• serving on the leadership team of a social-purpose organization;
• committed to the cause long-term;
• able to communicate with the Earth Company team in English (or Japanese) regularly by email and phone;
• aligned with the vision and values of Earth Company;

Earth Company is agnostic about number of years in operation, organizational maturity, sectoral focus, nationality, age, gender and academic credentials. For-profit companies and nonprofit organizations – and everything in between – are eligible.*For details of eligible countries download our guidelines (PDF).

WHAT SUPPORT DOES EARTH COMPANY PROVIDE?

 Our support package is tailor-made to suit each Impact Heroes needs and includes:① tailor-made fundraising (~US$100k) ② marketing support ③ nonprofit management coachingFind out more about each of these here, and to see the difference this support can make, take a look at the impact of 3 years' support for our first Impact Hero, Bella Galhos →

SOUNDS AMAZING! WHAT NEXT?

Whether you are a potential candidate yourself, or are connected to the exceptional change-makers we seek, you can help us make sure we support those who need it most. Please share, and we look forward to receiving some great applications!

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Contents

1. Why did we decide to support Bella?

2. What did we do for Bella?

3. What has Bella been able to achieve? [Infographic]

4. Short Film 

5. Ana's Story

6. Partners

Empowering those who have the greatest potential for change

Click here to read more about Bella →

Accelerating the Impact of our Impact Heroes: what does it take?

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What has Bella been able to achieve?

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And these numbers show that LGV has already had a great impact on its community.

For the full infographic report, click here or on the thumbnail below.

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Short Film

LGV’s Impact - Ana's Story

Partners

Late last year, 24 changemakers in the Asia Pacific applied for the chance to be Earth Company's Impact Hero of the Year.As our first open call for applications, people asked us how on earth we were going to find someone that could stand alongside our existing Impact Heroes. And we were nervous. What if we couldn't?!We needn't have worried.Each of our six finalists has the qualities of an Impact Hero, and the level was so high that our final decision took much longer that expected. But, after weeks of deliberating - both in our waking hours and in our dreams - we are now clear.And it is with great pride and excitement that we introduce you to our...

IMPACT HERO 2018!

🎊 John-Pierre Montilla 🎊

Founder, Kabataang Gabay sa Positiong Pamumuhay (Peers for Positive Living) Philippines

"I realize now that I experienced so much pain and and struggle for a purpose...I believe that my mission now is to go back to the streets where I once belonged and help street children reach their aspirations and dreams the way I did."

Runner-up : Sharad Chandra Rai

Founder and CEO, YouMe Nepal Nepal

Jury's Award : Piter Harry Panjaitan

Director, Bali Life Foundation

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Earth Company’s first open call for Impact Hero nominations attracted over 70 nominations from across the Asia Pacific, which resulted in 24 Impact Hero applications. Below, we give you a little insight into the applicants, as well as a close up of our six finalists.

Who applied?

What kind of support are they looking for?

All 24 candidates were keen to gain fundraising support for their activities, but 67% of candidates also seek Earth Company’s support in opportunity building (introducing partners, PR etc) and 50% in nonprofit management coaching. We can see a clear need for the tailored support that Earth Company provides.

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① Ram

② Maheen

③ John

Full Name:

④ Piter

Full Name:

⑤ Sebastien

Full Name:

⑥ Rai

Full Name: 

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1.  The Wild West, with Five Pillar Experience

2. The Green Hills of Tabanan, with Talasi & Sarinbuana

3. Disconnect to Reconnect, with Astungkara Way

4. Social Innovation in Bali, with Earth Company & Mana Earthly Paradise

5. From Peak to Shore, with Living Seas, MuntiGunung, Palmira, and Garam Amed

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BALI AS IT STANDS

INTRODUCING: IMPACT BALI EXCURSION

IMMERSION INTO SOCIAL INNOVATION

INSPIRING SOLUTIONS TO REAL-WORLD PROBLEMS

EXPLORE WHILE MAKING BALI A BETTER PLACE

OUR PAST IMPACT TOUR EXPERIENCES

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MAKE YOUR NEXT CORPORATE OUTING ONE THAT LEAVES A POSITIVE FOOTPRINT, WITH US.

Get in touch with us, and create your customized impact excursion for your team and colleagues! 

Contact us: [email protected]

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USAID's Tourism for All Award ‘Climate Champion’ in 2021 The Earth Hall of Fame by the Earth Forum Kyoto, Japan, in 2019 Human Rights Award ‘Sergio Viera de Mello’ President Palace of Nicolao Lobato, Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste in 2018.

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1. Lead-to-Regenerate (L2R) Empowerment Program

1. Regenerative
2. Well-being
3. Long-term Thinking

Photo: The cohort discussing “new leadership in new paradigm” in June  

2. Access to the Knowledge Hub and Expert Webinars

3. Optional Mentorship Program

4. Impact Hero Community

Call for Applications - Impact Hero 2022

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Life-story interview with IMPACT HEROES

Dialogue session with participants

Bella Galhos’ group:

Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner’s group:

Wai Wai Nu’s group :

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It was indeed an interdisciplinary learning experience with participants from various backgrounds including engineering, material science, philosophy, and healthcare who were all passionate about tackling challenges in climate change, poverty, waste, gender inequality, etc.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="31719" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]After learning the basic theories and frameworks of social innovation and the SDGs, the program focused on real-world challenges and solutions in Bali and Japan. Growing up in Bali and witnessing the good and bad aspects of mass tourism, I Putu Wiraguna shared his experiences in developing the Five Pillar Foundation and later the Ubud Bali Farm to uplift rural communities in Bali. Based in Akita, Japan, Yoshitaka Ohara from Habataku shared his work in regional revitalization. Habataku has been trying to transform the prefecture, whose population is decreasing and aging rapidly, into a more sustainable community by connecting people and re-designing learning and living environments for people of various ages.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner row_type="row" type="full_width" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="31721" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="31739" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]From day 3 to 5, the participants dove deeply into social and environmental initiatives, including urban and rural development, waste management, community and women empowerment, and healthcare in both places. Each speaker shared his/her personal stories that propelled them to devote themselves to their respective causes and how they overcame numerous obstacles. Despite everything online, all the participants were super engaged, asking questions about practical solutions and bringing ideas to their own projects and research.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner row_type="row" type="full_width" text_align="left" css_animation=""][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="31723" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="31725" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]On the last day of the program, all the participants presented their social innovation projects or research themes, integrating the knowledge and tools from the past five days. We were amazed by the projects' maturity and creativity, from supporting a climate tech start-up ecosystem, empowering women in rural Indonesia, to making the shipping industry green, for example. We were also honored to have our speakers attend the presentations and listen to many innovative ideas from the next-gen changemakers.At the end of the program, the Indonesian participants received program certificates from Professor Hirata from Osaka University. To infuse a sense of reality to the online program, we invited onene Indonesian participant based in Bali to come to Mana Earthly Paradise in Ubud and receive the certificate directly from Tomo, Managing Director of Earth Company.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image="31727" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Overall the program was a huge success. We are grateful to have this opportunity to nurture the next generation changemakers, just like Tomo shared, "I'm relieved and energized that we were able to make a strong impact on many, if not all, the nineteen participants. This sensation of impact-achievement is so special" . [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="100px"][vc_row_inner row_type="row" type="full_width" text_align="left" css_animation="" css=".vc_custom_1616933045819{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #e5f2e4 !important;}"][vc_column_inner width="1/4"][vc_single_image image="30416" img_size="medium" alignment="center" style="vc_box_rounded" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="3/4"][vc_column_text]

Tomo Hamakawa

A few words from the participants

• I Putu Wiraguna , Ubad Farm Bali / Five Pillar Experiences
• Yoshitaka Ohara, Habataku Inc.
• Piter Panjaitan, Bali Life Foundation
• Aniek Puspawardani, Kelecung Project
• M. Abid Kamalsyah, STOP Project
• Chie Bannai & Ei Nozaki, Recotech
• Ibu Sari, PKP Community Center
• Robin Lim, Bumi Sehat Foundation

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A few words from Amani Institute and the Fellows 

Stephanie Haase

Aroun Dupuis

Andrea Tan

Mafe Zamora

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Diversity Voyage in Bali

An Intensive Online Program on Sustainable Tourism, Circular Economy, and Global Citizenship

Application deadline: 21 February 2021 by 10PM (GMT+8)

Program Overview  

• How do we promote sustainable tourism and circular business models in Indonesia, Japan, and beyond? 
• How will sustainable tourism and circular economy look like in the post-covid world? 

WHO - PARTICIPANTS

• 25 students of Toyo University
• 16 Indonesian participants - you will be applying to this batch

WHERE 

WHEN 

• 4th March – 10th March 2021 (7 days)
• Program orientation will be conducted beforehand. Date will be notified to the successful candidates.

FEE - Full-scholarship

• The scholarship will cover the participation fee 
• Certificate of completion will be given by GiFT

REQUIREMENTS 

• University/ Polytechnic students in Indonesia
• Able to participate in the whole program (4th – 10th March 2021)
• Have hospitality and motivation to learn from the program
• Have willingness to work as a team and to motivate others
• Have passion and strong interest in sustainable tourism, circular economy, and global citizenship
• Have interests in social awareness and global awareness
• English proficiency: excellent reading, writing, and speaking
• Prepare following items for the sessions: -PC with Wi-Fi access for the internet (tablets, smartphones are not recommended for long hours sessions) -Earphone with microphone -White blank papers (A4/letter size) -Thick Colored Pen (black or any legible color is OK)

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

• Complete application form through
• GiFT & Earth Company will select participants based on submitted applications with consideration of participants’ diversity, and call for further interview sessions 
• Selection results will be notified to each participant via Email.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

ORGANIZER 

Global Incubation x Fostering Talents (GiFT)

Earth Company

CONTACT DETAILS 

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About Arief Rabik:

About Environmental Bamboo Foundation (EBF):

About Randi and his work:

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Earth Company partners with The Long Run to create a world in which Business, Nature and People are working together for a sustainable future.  

CONSERVATION

COMMUNITY

CULTURE

COMMERCE

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1. Somsak Boonkam

2. Sagufta Salma Janif

3. Kristin Kagetsu

4. Randi Julian Miranda

5. Muhammad Noor

6. Aravinth Panch

7. Arief Rabik

8. Rhea Mazumdar Singhal

9. Patima Tungpuchayakul

10. Nguyen Thi Van

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Heroes Talk #1,30th July

Bella's Journey with Earth Company to Transform the Future of Timor-Leste

Date/Time: 30th July, 2020, 15:00-16:00, UTC+8

Event Page: Heroes Talk #1 

Impact Hero 2015 Bella Galhos

Heroes Talk #2,12th August

Wai Wai's Approach to Peace Building as a Human Rights Activist

Date/Time: 12th August 2020, 10:00-11:00, UTC+8

Event Page: Heroes Talk #2 

Impact Hero 2019 Wai Wai Nu

Heroes Talk #3, 19th August

A Midwife’s Life-work to Save the World, One Baby at a Time

Date/Time: 19th August 2020, 10:00-11:00, UTC+8

Event Page: Heroes Talk #3 

Impact Hero 2016 Robin Lim

Heroes Talk #4, 29th August

A Marshallese Poet’s Journey in the Climate Crisis Era

Date/Time: 29th August 2020, 10:00-11:00, UTC+8

Event Page: Heroes Talk ♯4 

Impact Hero 2017 Kathy Jetnil Kijiner

25th August

A Fireside Chat on “Leadership Qualities for Social Change”

Date/Time: 25h August 2020, 20:00-21:00, UTC+8

Event Page: A Fireside Chat 

Mason Tan

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IMPACT HEROES

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PROGRAMS

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ABOUT

IMPACT HEROES DAY

EARTH COMPANY 5th ANNIVERSARY EVENT

DINNER PARTY WITH THE IMPACT HEROES

Limited to our monthly donors (Hero Supporters)!

IMPACT HEROES

IMPACT HERO 2015 Bella Galhos

East Timor, Environmental Education/LGBT

IMPACT HERO 2016 Robin Lim

Indonesia, Healthcare

IMPACT HERO 2017 Kathy Jetnil Kijiner

Marshall Islands, Climate Change

IMPACT HERO 2018 Johnpierre Montilia

Philippines, Youth Empowerment

IMPACT HERO 2019 WaiWai Nu

Myanmar, Peace-building

MESSAGE

What a journey this has been!

+ Raising US$700,000 for our Impact Heroes' work

+ Building 8 new facilities in 4 countries

+ Positively contributing to the lives of 460,000 people through our Impact Heroes

PROGRAMS

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As part of its efforts to provide greater support to exceptional Asia-Pacific leaders who have been shortlisted as Impact Hero finalists, Earth Company ran a two day mentorship session for 2018 Finalist Ramnath (Ram) Chandrasekhar in Ubud, Bali on 25-26 April 2019. Ram is a celebrated Indian conservation educator & filmmaker who is committed to preserving and protecting India’s natural heritage by pursuing projects that inspire and empower India’s youth to become environmental stewards. In addition, he and his partner Rachita have created the Earth Ambassadors program under the organization Trust for Environmental Education (TREE). Earth Ambassadors are Indian youth who receive training and support to work with their local communities on issues related to conservation and environmental responsibility.   Bolstered by the success of their efforts so far, Ram and Rachita were looking to scale up and expand their work with a series of ambitious programs. These included a 3000 kilometer nature and conservation awareness raising Walk Project, building a nature center, creating an Earth Mentors program for Earth Ambassador alumni and expanding their school-based photo-storytelling and filmmaking workshops. In order to get a bit of guidance on their next steps, Ram and his partner Rachita travelled from Chennai, India to Bali, Indonesia to meet with the Earth Company team. Over the course of several days, the Earth Company team worked with Ram and Rachita to better understand their work and their plans for the road ahead. Reflecting on the workshop Ram notes that:“The Bali meeting came at just the right time for us. We were feeling a bit down because our Walk Project was being delayed because of some health issues. The discussions with Earth Company helped us transcend our sadness over this and realize how much we still could do right now to set ourselves up for success. In addition, our meetings helped Rachita and I prioritize our work.  We have put many of our expansion ideas on the backburner and will now focus our energy and time in the next 2-3 years on solidifying the Earth Ambassadors Programme, developing the Nature Center and on organization developmental steps like improving our administrative and compliance procedures, creating a website, developing a fundraising strategy and forming a Board of Directors. Thank you so much again. We left Bali with smiles on our faces.” Earth Company is pleased to offer this same opportunity for all Impact Hero Finalists. While we do not yet have the financial capacity to cover travel and accommodation expenses, if you are able to travel to Ubud, Bali, we will make the time to work with you on key priorities, areas of concern or need. We are also considering offering online mentorship opportunities for Impact Hero Finalists.  If you would like to find out more about Ram and Rachita’s work, please contact Ram: [email protected]  

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Earth Company’s call for Impact Hero 2019 received applications from 56 changemakers from all across the Asia Pacific. From the 56 applicants, five were selected as finalists. We will be announcing the winner early next year, but for now, you can read a little about our finalists - each with inspiring stories, innovative ideas and great potential - below.

Who applied?

Tackling SDGs

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Where better to build an 'innovative city' than on the frontline of climate change?

0.5°C is the difference between life and death

"For a while, climate advocates were pushing for 2 degrees, but at 2 degrees our country would be under water. 0.5 degrees might not seem like much of a difference, but for our islands it’s the difference between life and death.”

"None of us expected it to be this bad, so soon"

A temperature rise trajectory of 1.5°C by 2100 is estimated to raise sea levels by approximately 1.7ft (0.52m) [source], well above levels that will render key infrastructure unusable for the Marshalls.

In the worst case, we could be looking at a median sea-level rise of 5.9ft (1.8m).

Confronting a harsh reality

It is too late to focus only on fighting to keep temperature rise to within 1.5°C. If the Marshallese are to protect their ancestral homes and the land that is so core to their history and culture, they need to look for new solutions.

"I am still grieving, and angry, over this path we are being forced to take"

The Marshalls contributes only 0.00001 percent of the global total of emissions.

And yet, "we are now being forced to consider possibilities we would never have considered before, with money we don’t have."

Moving from grief to action

"Those artificial islands created by Maldives and Saudi Arabia are billion dollar projects for a handful of islands – we are a nation of 29 coral atolls and 1,156 individual islands and islets that stretches across 800,000 square kilometers, 500,000 square miles, of Pacific Ocean."

The Opportunity

So Kathy has extended an invite to those working to build more resilient and innovative cities to visit the Marshalls. This is their chance to seize the opportunity to develop solutions in a country that is already facing the effects of climate change.

[Report by Mariko McTier with quotes from Kathy Jetñil-Kijiner]

• Click here to find out more about Earth Company's support for Kathy and Jo-Jikum
• Kathy's Official Website: www.kathyjetnilkijiner.com
• Updates on Jo-Jikum's activities: www.facebook.com/jojikum

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We are excited to announce that we have opened applications for our Impact Hero 2019!

Last year we received 24 applications from all over the Asia Pacific region, and we hope that this year - with your help - we can reach an even greater number of change-makers.

IMPACT HERO 2019 APPLICATIONS

OUR IMPACT HEROES ARE:

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

• actively involved in tackling major social and/or environmental challenges in the developing countries of the Asia Pacific*;
• serving on the leadership team of a social-purpose organization;
• committed to the cause long-term;
• able to communicate with the Earth Company team in English (or Japanese) regularly by email and phone;
• aligned with the vision and values of Earth Company;

Earth Company is agnostic about number of years in operation, organizational maturity, sectoral focus, nationality, age, gender and academic credentials. For-profit companies and nonprofit organizations – and everything in between – are eligible.*For details of eligible countries download our guidelines (PDF).

WHAT SUPPORT DOES EARTH COMPANY PROVIDE?

 Our support package is tailor-made to suit each Impact Heroes needs and includes:① tailor-made fundraising (~US$100k) ② marketing support ③ nonprofit management coachingFind out more about each of these here, and to see the difference this support can make, take a look at the impact of 3 years' support for our first Impact Hero, Bella Galhos →

SOUNDS AMAZING! WHAT NEXT?

Whether you are a potential candidate yourself, or are connected to the exceptional change-makers we seek, you can help us make sure we support those who need it most. Please share, and we look forward to receiving some great applications!

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Contents

1. Why did we decide to support Bella?

2. What did we do for Bella?

3. What has Bella been able to achieve? [Infographic]

4. Short Film 

5. Ana's Story

6. Partners

Empowering those who have the greatest potential for change

Click here to read more about Bella →

Accelerating the Impact of our Impact Heroes: what does it take?

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What has Bella been able to achieve?

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And these numbers show that LGV has already had a great impact on its community.

For the full infographic report, click here or on the thumbnail below.

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Short Film

LGV’s Impact - Ana's Story

Partners

Late last year, 24 changemakers in the Asia Pacific applied for the chance to be Earth Company's Impact Hero of the Year.As our first open call for applications, people asked us how on earth we were going to find someone that could stand alongside our existing Impact Heroes. And we were nervous. What if we couldn't?!We needn't have worried.Each of our six finalists has the qualities of an Impact Hero, and the level was so high that our final decision took much longer that expected. But, after weeks of deliberating - both in our waking hours and in our dreams - we are now clear.And it is with great pride and excitement that we introduce you to our...

IMPACT HERO 2018!

🎊 John-Pierre Montilla 🎊

Founder, Kabataang Gabay sa Positiong Pamumuhay (Peers for Positive Living) Philippines

"I realize now that I experienced so much pain and and struggle for a purpose...I believe that my mission now is to go back to the streets where I once belonged and help street children reach their aspirations and dreams the way I did."

Runner-up : Sharad Chandra Rai

Founder and CEO, YouMe Nepal Nepal

Jury's Award : Piter Harry Panjaitan

Director, Bali Life Foundation

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Earth Company’s first open call for Impact Hero nominations attracted over 70 nominations from across the Asia Pacific, which resulted in 24 Impact Hero applications. Below, we give you a little insight into the applicants, as well as a close up of our six finalists.

Who applied?

What kind of support are they looking for?

All 24 candidates were keen to gain fundraising support for their activities, but 67% of candidates also seek Earth Company’s support in opportunity building (introducing partners, PR etc) and 50% in nonprofit management coaching. We can see a clear need for the tailored support that Earth Company provides.

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① Ram

② Maheen

③ John

Full Name:

④ Piter

Full Name:

⑤ Sebastien

Full Name:

⑥ Rai

Full Name: