Bambako Eco Farm / YIRABAH Gambia Association

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About the Communities

  • Established
  • English
  • Ecological
  • Rural

Founding year

  • 2019

What we do

YIRABAH Gambia e.V. was founded in 2007 with the vision of supporting sustainable development in rural Gambia. The organization emerged from a deep commitment to improving living conditions and fostering self-sufficiency within local communities. Inspired by close partnerships with Gambian villages, YIRABAH focuses on holistic development projects in areas such as education, health, and agriculture.
One of the organization’s cornerstone initiatives is the **Bambako Eco Farm**, a model for sustainable farming and community empowerment. Located in the heart of Gambia, the farm promotes organic agriculture, teaching local farmers eco-friendly techniques that enhance soil fertility and increase yields without harming the environment.
The farm also serves as a community hub, providing training in sustainable practices and offering workshops on topics such as permaculture and biodynamic agriculture. Through these efforts, Bambako Eco Farm not only improves food security but also creates economic opportunities for the surrounding villages.
YIRABAH’s work at Bambako is driven by a strong belief in the power of grassroots action. By combining traditional knowledge with innovative methods, the organization aims to build a resilient future for Gambian communities while protecting the environment.

  • Purpose
  • Ecological
  • Languages
  • English
  • German
  • Community type
  • Ecovillage
  • Land-Based Communities
  • Activities
  • Permaculture
  • Education

Commemorative dates

  • January 1, 2019
  • Started living together
  • Not open to new members
  • Open to visitors
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How to join

Volunteering or joining the team at Bambako Eco Farm offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute to sustainable development in Gambia.
Here’s what you can do to help:
Agricultural Work: Assist in planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops. Volunteers help implement organic farming techniques such as composting, mulching, and crop rotation to maintain soil health.
Animal Care: Support the care of farm animals by feeding, cleaning enclosures, and helping with sustainable livestock management.
Construction and Maintenance: Participate in building and maintaining farm infrastructure, such as irrigation systems, fencing, and eco-friendly housing.
Training and Workshops: Help organize or deliver workshops on sustainable farming, permaculture, or renewable energy. Share your skills to empower local farmers.
Community Engagement: Collaborate with local villagers, assist in educational programs, or help distribute farm produce. Building strong relationships is key to the farm’s mission.
As a volunteer bring enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a passion for sustainability!

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  • Gambia

Bambako Eco Farm / YIRABAH Gambia Association

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12 years ago

Llamado de la Montaña 2015 Colombia

The 9th version of Call of the Mountain, will be held at the Misak University in the territory of indigenous GuambĂ­a Misak , 15 minutes from Silvia, Cauca. The Misak University was founded in 2010 and is an institution of native intensive classroom training and distance mode with integrated processes in the implementation of own knowledge and generate new knowledge and skills for survival. The Call of the Mountain is a meeting that was convened for the first time in 2006 by the Colombian Ecovillage Network (REBORN) and today is called by CASA Colombia (Council of Sustainable Settlements of the Americas). The Call of the Mountain gathers hundreds of people; ecovillagers, professionals, representatives and members of social movements, farming communities and indigenous groups, as well as scientists, philosophers, educators, social innovators, entrepreneurs and experts on world view. The Call of the Mountain, takes the form of the Vision Council, which originated in Mexico over 15 years ago, adapted to the reality of the meeting in Colombia. These meetings allow participants to experience an emerging new culture, a living experiment in community living which encompasses all four aspects of sustainability. Visit the Llamado de la Montaña website or more information and to register – http://llamadodelamontaña.org/ Support the Call of the Mountain croudfunding campain – https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/let-s-make-peace-happen INFORMACIĂ“N E INSCRIPCIONES: llamadodelamontaña.org Carmiña Rojas ca**************@***il.com Yamilet Campo ya*****@*****il.com Jennifer Trujillo je*********************@***il.com

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