Trash to Riches

Transforming Waste into Sustainable Wealth and Opportunity

La Culture Au Coeur du Dévelopement (CACD-ONG)
La Culture Au Coeur du Dévelopement (CACD-ONG) Pobè, BJ
Franck Serge Wouantègnon Alokpowanou
Franck Serge Wouantègnon Alokpowanou
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Project Overview

Join us in transforming waste management in Pobè into a powerful pathway for job creation, benefiting women and youth. Our project focuses on improving living conditions by turning waste into reusable products, such as compost for agriculture, eco-charcoal, biogas, and unique art objects. Together, we can create a cleaner environment and new opportunities for our community!

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Funding goals

  1. Stage 1:

    20.000 EUR

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    The first phase of our project aims to train 20 youth on waste collection procedures in Pobè. This training will provide them with the skills needed to effectively manage waste collection, while raising awareness in the community about the importance of responsible waste management.

    To ensure the success of this initiative, we need essential equipment, including tricycles for transporting waste, uniforms to identify collectors, as well as bins, shovels and other tools.

    This phase is crucial not only to create green jobs for youth, but also to improve living conditions in the city by reducing unsanitary conditions. By investing in their training and providing them with the necessary equipment, we are laying the foundations for sustainable waste management that will benefit the entire community.

  2. Stage 2:

    40.000 EUR

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    The second phase of the project focuses on raising awareness in the Pobè community about the importance of recycling and proper waste management. We will organize community workshops to educate the population on the dangers of illegal dumping and the benefits of recycling, accompanied by informative brochures and posters.

    In parallel, 20 vulnerable people (10 men and 10 women) will be trained in techniques for transforming waste into compost and eco-charcoal. These practical workshops will include waste collection, sorting and composting methods, with monitoring to assess the impact.

    In addition, we will create local working groups to promote these practices within the community. The objective is to raise awareness among at least 500 people and build the capacities of participants, who will become agents of change. By reducing waste in nature and increasing the production of compost and eco-charcoal, we aim to sustainably improve the local environment and quality of life in Pobè.

  3. Finish Stage:

    60.000 EUR

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    The third phase of the project focuses on the purchase and installation of two biodigesters at the heart of Pobè, cassava processing. A biodigester is a system that transforms organic waste into biogas and fertilizer, thus contributing to sustainable waste management. These installations will not only reduce waste, but also provide a source of renewable energy and natural fertilizer for crops.

    We will train 10 women from the community on the effective use of biodigesters. This training will cover the operating principles, the collection and preparation of organic waste, as well as the regular maintenance of the installations. Participants will acquire practical skills that will allow them to maximize the benefits of these systems.

    The goal is to improve women’s economic empowerment while promoting sustainable waste management practices. Through these biodigesters, we hope to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, promote sustainable agriculture, and improve the quality of life in the Pobè community.

Population growth in Africa presents significant challenges for waste management, particularly impacting the most vulnerable, including children and women. Our community, Pobè, has not escaped these problems and does not yet have a system in place to remove waste. These unsanitary living conditions pose severe risks, highlighting the urgent need to transform waste management into a wealth-creating opportunity for vulnerable young women and men. In response to this pressing issue, CACD-ONG has dedicated several years to securing funding to tackle these challenges head-on.
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Poor waste management in Pobè poses serious health risks for our most vulnerable groups, including women and children. Many residents resort to searching for illegal dumping sites to dispose of waste, exposing themselves to diseases associated with unsanitary conditions. According to the Hygiene and Sanitation Plan (PHAC, 2011), prevalent issues include malaria (84.17%), gastrointestinal infections (11.25%), diarrhea (4.58%), and cholera. Currently, the management of Solid and Household Waste (SHW) is in its infancy, with most waste discarded in nature. This practice leads to the proliferation of illegal dumps, inadequate sanitation in markets, and the harmful practice of burning waste. As a result, gender inequalities are exacerbated, leaving women and girls marginalized due to their financial dependence on men.
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Trash to Riches
Our project seeks to empower 20 vulnerable individuals—10 women and 10 men, aged 18 to 35—by training them as specialists in waste management. This initiative will focus on waste collection and the transformation of waste into eco-charcoal, organic fertilizers, and other valuable products. CACD-ONG, supported by a multidisciplinary team, is dedicated to addressing these issues through its work in culture, gender promotion, environment, and climate change. We have successfully empowered over 500 young people and women through training, career guidance, and material support for women's groups. By focusing on the empowerment of women and youth, we aim to improve the socio-economic conditions of the Pobè community. Support us in revitalizing the lives of these vulnerable individuals and creating a cleaner, healthier environment for all.
Trash to Riches
Trash to Riches
La Culture Au Coeur du Dévelopement (CACD-ONG)
La Culture Au Coeur du Dévelopement (CACD-ONG)
Pobè, BJ

CACD is a non-profit organization working in the domains of health, culture, tourism, women/youth development, and environment. Situated in the city of Pobè in south eastern Benin, CACD collaborates with a variety of local partners to develop the community and surrounding region.

Franck Serge Wouantègnon Alokpowanou
Franck Serge Wouantègnon Alokpowanou
Pobè, BJ
Executive Director CACD

Mr. Alokpowanou is the executive director and leader of CACD, in charge of project proposal, grant management, and supervision of the NGO. He also leads collaborations with local partners, including NGOs, governmental organization, health centers, and others.

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