Our Partners

Approaching a global challenge

The Nature Plus initiative is powered by a global consortium of highly experienced organizations, each with decades of proven impact. Together, they bring the expertise needed to deliver transformative and scalable solutions across agriculture, rural development, and community empowerment. Here are our key partners:

BAIF Development Research Foundation

BAIF, founded in 1967 by Dr. Manibhai Desai, has grown into one of India’s largest NGOs with a presence in over 300 districts across 12 states. BAIF has directly impacted more than 5 million families through its programs in agriculture, livestock, watershed management, and rural entrepreneurship. Their Self-Help Group (SHG) model has empowered over 500,000 women, creating sustainable income opportunities. BAIF has consistently secured funding from major international donors, including the Ford Foundation and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, to expand their work in transforming rural economies.

Lifeworks Global

Lifeworks Global was established in 2008 to bring technological innovations to the world’s poorest communities. Over the past decade, Lifeworks has implemented AI-powered solutions in Africa, helping local farmers access real-time agricultural insights and market information. Their collaboration with global tech companies has enabled the training of over 50,000 community leaders in digital literacy. Lifeworks has worked on global consortium projects, bringing technology to improve education, healthcare, and sustainable livelihoods in more than 10 countries across Africa and South Asia.

 

PRADAN (Professional Assistance for Development Action)

PRADAN, founded in 1983, has been a pioneer in promoting sustainable rural livelihoods across India. PRADAN has worked with over 1.5 million families, creating Self-Help Groups (SHGs) for women that have empowered over 250,000 women economically and socially. They specialize in implementing Integrated Natural Resource Management (INRM) and have partnered with international organizations like the World Bank and the United Nations. PRADAN has been instrumental in community-based agriculture, and their work has increased agricultural productivity by 40% in some of India’s most underserved regions.

SCAD (Social Change and Development)

SCAD was founded in 1985 by Dr. Cletus Babu and has grown to serve over 500 villages across Tamil Nadu, India. SCAD focuses on inclusive development, combining education, healthcare, and sustainable agriculture programs to transform underdeveloped rural areas. Their watershed management projects have restored over 1,200 hectares of degraded land. SCAD’s farmer training programs have empowered 15,000 farmers with climate-resilient farming techniques, leading to a 30% increase in yields. Their community-based approach to governance and development has been recognized by both state and national governments.

 

YAFNET (Youth Action Forum for Networking)

YAFNET, established in 2003 in Kenya, focuses on youth empowerment, education, and environmental sustainability. YAFNET has connected over 100,000 young people across Kenya, providing them with skills in entrepreneurship, vocational training, and leadership. Their environmental programs focus on tree planting and soil conservation, having planted over 2 million trees in partnership with local communities. YAFNET also plays a crucial role in advocating for youth involvement in policy-making at both regional and national levels.

Conservation Farming Unit (Tanzania)

Conservation Farming Unit Tanzania has been a leader in promoting conservation agriculture in East Africa since its founding in 1996. Their conservation farming methods, which integrate minimum tillage and water conservation, have been adopted by over 100,000 smallholder farmers across Tanzania and neighboring countries. The unit has successfully introduced climate-smart practices that have improved soil fertility and water management, increasing crop yields by up to 50%. CFU’s work has significantly enhanced food security in drought-prone regions, with over 300,000 hectares now under sustainable farming practices.