Schoolchildren look to brighter future with better eye care., Vision and learning are closely linked. In fact, it is thought that up to 80 per cent of what a child learns in school stems from information presented visually. So good vision is essential for students of all ages to reach their full educational potential. Sight defects and impaired vision significantly affect children’s ability to learn to read because they reduce the ability to identify and…, “My two children needed medical treatment and glasses. My son can now read the blackboard at school and my little girl stopped crying because of itchy-watery eyes. The Yo veo mejor programme is a blessing for them.”, Claudia, mother of two children benefitting from the programme, > Back to projects overview , Find out more about our health projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:621]
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Stimulating the senses through shapes, textures and smells., Institut National des Jeunes Aveugles (INJA, National Institute for Young Blinds) is a public organisation under the French Ministry of Social Affairs created in 1784. Louis Braille, the inventor of the universally adopted tactile alphabet was a former student and then professor at the Institute. By facilitating the access to knowledge, communication and relationship, the INJA has the objective…, Find out more about our health projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:621]
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Changing food behaviour to reduce child obesity and its consequences on health, Malnutrition and obesity are important public health issues in Brazil. A survey conducted in 2009 revealed that one in three Brazilian children aged 5 to 9 years old was identified as being overweight. The situation had worsened over the previous 20 years, in particular in urban areas and in the Southeast region of the country. Being overweight or obese can have a serious impact on health. Brazil…, “Good food habits early in life can influence the health and nutrition of these children for the rest of their lives.”, Rosani Molina Carvalho, School Principal, > Back to projects overview page
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Construction of a kitchen, a new refectory and creation of an orchard., Child nutrition remains a concern in many rural areas and, in this context, school canteens that provide balanced food may represent the most important meal of the day for many children. School canteen construction School canteen construction So Givaudan employees from the Buenos Aires offices teamed up with APAER, an Argentinian association that has been committed for 35 years to the support…, “As soon as we heard about this project, the problematic situations these children were living in, we did not hesitate for one second in getting involved to help them. First we started individually and then the Givaudan Foundation supported us with this beautiful project.”, Romina, Givaudan employee, > Back to projects overview , Find out more about our health projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:621]
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Promoting ginger cultivation for smallholder farmers to generate additional revenues through training in good agricultural practices., South-east Madagascar is subject to a harsh climate with recurring droughts and occasional hurricanes. The inhabitants mostly live from small scale agriculture centred on rice production that is dedicated primarily to self-consumption with only part of the crop being sold. The crops are subject to the weather conditions and as a consequence incomes are modest and irregular, causing a high…
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Protecting natural resources and tonka trees., Tonka trees are native to Central America and northern South America where they grow in tropical rainforests, in particular in the Caura River basin between Venezuela and Brazil. Tonka bean collection has been a traditional income generating activity for generations of indigenous and criollo inhabitants who live a semi nomadic life dedicated to the harvesting of forest products, fishing,…, “By building partnerships that bring real benefits to the community, and to the biodiversity of the area, we can ensure that vital conservation activity is enduring in the long term.”, Juliette, Conservation International, > Back to projects overview , Find out more about our envrionmental projects in communities where Givaudan sources natural ingredients:, [givaudan_gallery:601]
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Offering sensory experiences and support for the repair of a school for blind children., Education is essential for the integration of visually impaired people into society. In South Africa, there are a very limited number of specialised schools and most of them lack proper infrastructure. SSA blindness workshops SSA blindness workshops In 2019, thanks to the initiative of Givaudan South Africa employees, two projects were developed in partnership with the non-governmental…, "We believe it is crucial that we get out of our day-to-day routine and give a bit of ourselves to our community. There is so much to do to help with empowering the blind community locally and we are aiming to build a long-term partnership with the network of schools for the blind within South Africa.", Pierre, Givaudan employee, > Back to projects overview , Find out more about our education projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:616]
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Reading, writing and counting lessons offered to adults in guaraná producing communities where education resources are scarce., The guaraná fruit, the extract of which is known for its concentrated caffeine content, is an iconic feature of Brazilian biodiversity and agriculture. It has long been cultivated through family farming in remote rural areas in the region of South Bahia. The geographical isolation of the guaraná-farming communities has contributed to high illiteracy rates and makes them particularly vulnerable…, , , “The challenge and daily difficulty of motivating rural and manual workers to study at night was substantial, but after reading the first sentences in messages from farmers, even with errors, we knew that the literacy course was the start of a significant change in their life.”, Erika, Floravida Institute Programme Coordinator, > Back to projects overview , Find out more about our education projects in communities where Givaudan sources natural ingredients:, [givaudan_gallery:611]
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For an improved access to healthier food specifically adapted to children needs., At the Senses Center for Special Needs in Dubai, children and young adults with severe physical and learning difficulties receive the intensive care they need through specialised programmes that combine speech and music therapy, art, life skills, sports and physiotherapy. We feed their hope We feed their hope The centre is also home to disabled orphans, based on the belief that they are in…, “At the Senses Center for Special Needs, 120 disabled children and orphans depend on our heart and determination to get the help they need to live a happier life. This project represents our commitment to the community.”, Maite, Givaudan employee, > Back to projects overview , Find out more about our health projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:621]
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Nutritionally balanced meals for vulnerable families., Households living on the poverty line often struggle to afford balanced and nutritious diet. In the town of Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire, England, a local food bank provides support to families in need through emergency food parcels that are available from a shop manned by volunteers from the community. Givaudan chef Givaudan chef Employees from the local Givaudan plant have had a long-term…, I am humbled by the continued efforts of the team to deliver this project. It has also been heartwarming to see the positive feedback from the recipients of the meal kits. We have impacted many with our efforts and this makes us very happy, ., Debbie, Givaudan employee, > Back to projects overview , Find out more about our health projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:621]
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