A woman from Ponce is behind this ambitious project.
The devastation hurricanes Irma and María brought to Puerto Rico, and particularly the vulnerability they exposed, led Mariewill Pizarro to think about an organization aimed at transforming vulnerable communities into sustainable ones.
The Puerto Rican, known for her extensive experience developing nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) both on the Island and in the United States and Europe, then created Sigue Tu Cepa Foundation, inspired by the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
"The shift toward sustainability begins with every action, no matter how small. At Sigue Tu Cepa Foundation we believe that collective impact can transform the reality of our planet. We are here to lead, support, help, educate and above all inspire. Our commitment is to the people and to the future we can build together," Pizarro said in a written statement.
The foundation drives initiatives such as living laboratories, health and wellness workshops, environmental education, and community and municipal partnerships. It also works on three strategic projects aligned with sustainable development:
Educational workshops: Interactive sessions in communities and municipalities to promote sustainability and environmental action aligned with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Live labs and eco-skills: Hands-on experiences to connect directly with nature and develop ecological skills that can generate green jobs.
As part of the launch, events will be held in vulnerable communities, including senior centers, educational centers and communities exposed to climate events. Specific dates and times will be announced soon.
The foundation also invites organizations, individuals and communities to join this mission. Those interested can reach out by email at desarrollo@siguetu.org or on Instagram at @sigue_tu_cepa_foundation.
This content was translated with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
