Restoring the Land, Empowering Women: The Mama Tanah Movement

What if the very soil beneath our feet held the key to a better future—for all of us? 🌿

Healthy soil isn’t just about farming—it’s about the food on our plates, the air we breathe, and the planet we pass on to future generations. Across rural communities, women farmers—our Mama Tanah (‘Soil Mothers’)—are leading the charge in restoring the land, securing their families’ future, and, in turn, protecting the earth we all share.

But for too long, they’ve been told that chemicals and monoculture farming are the only way. The result? Depleted soil, rising costs, and a system that keeps them struggling. And whether we realize it or not, this affects us all—because soil health is directly linked to climate change, food security, and biodiversity loss.

That’s why our Mama Tanah program is so important. Through ongoing, hands-on trainings, we equip women with the skills to be true stewards of the soil—empowering them to regenerate the land while ensuring food security and economic stability for their communities.

This year, we are introducing permaculture into our curriculum—a holistic approach to farming that works with nature rather than against it. Unlike conventional agriculture, which relies on synthetic inputs and monoculture crops, permaculture encourages biodiversity, soil regeneration, and self-sustaining ecosystems.

The principles of permaculture apply far beyond the farm—whether it’s in how we grow our food, care for our green spaces, or rethink waste, we all have a role to play.

One of our most recent training focused on eco-enzymes—a natural solution created from fermented organic waste that can be used to enrich soil, clean water, and even protect crops.

What was once discarded as useless farm waste is now a powerful tool for sustainability, helping women farmers reduce their reliance on costly chemical fertilizers and pesticides. This simple yet powerful shift is something we can all embrace—imagine turning kitchen scraps into something that restores the planet!

These trainings are more than just lessons—they are pathways to independence and resilience. As our Mama Tanah learn, they share their knowledge with their communities, creating ripple effects of positive change.

This isn’t just about farming—it’s about food security, climate action, and the future we want to create. Every seed of knowledge planted strengthens their independence, their connection to the land, and their ability to thrive. And when they thrive, we all benefit.

Because when women farmers regenerate the earth, they regenerate hope for us all. 💪🌍

This is how we grow change—one empowered woman, one thriving farm, one restored ecosystem at a time. Will you stand with them?