Lokal Lab
Philippines
About
Lokal Lab is a non-governmental organisation based in Philippines working on environment & climate, community development, education +4 more.
Lokal Lab is a grassroots non-profit based in Siargao, Philippines. It works with and for the local community on sustainable and regenerative farming, nature-based education, youth storytelling, community building, artisan livelihoods and disaster preparedness. Its programmes include Tropical Academy, Community Building, the PASALO Youth Club, Ihayas Farm and the farmer network FARMNet. The organisation funds its programmes through donations, grants and profits from a social enterprise wing, and it aims to hand over its projects to the community over time.
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Tropical Academy
Education · Philippines
Offers learning pathways, trainings and workshops in nature-based skills, regenerative farming, environmental education and digital literacy.
Community Building
Community development · Philippines
Co-creates approaches to socio-economic and environmental challenges with Siargao communities, inspired by local narratives and customs.
PASALO Youth Club
Education · Philippines
Youth journalism and storytelling club that builds writing, leadership and project management skills for young people in Siargao.
Ihayas Farm
Environment & Climate · Philippines
Demonstration farm practising organic and sustainable farming, used for farmer training and as a planned farm school.
Farm Networks (FARMNet)
Environment & Climate · Philippines
Network of local farmers supported through meetings, training and shared farming knowledge.
Lokal Artisans
Heritage · Philippines
Supports local artisans and weaving communities to preserve and market traditional crafts and products.
Circular Economy
Environment & Climate · Philippines
Promotes reuse, waste reduction and local production as alternatives to dependence on imported goods.
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Global Seedsavers, TESDA, ArchStorming, Kalma Foundation, Called to Rescue Philippines, Espoir School of Life, Surigao del Norte State University, LUNAS Pilipinas, TELUS Digital Philippines Community Board
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