The Garden Women Farmers Brought Back To Life
March 3, 2026
Twenty years in and still feeding the future.
And it’s women farmers who make that possible.
Supporting Families When Nutrition Matters Most
March 3, 2026
Twenty years in and still feeding the future.
And it’s women farmers who make that possible.
Women have been Feeding the World for Generations
March 3, 2026
Twenty years in and still feeding the future.
And it’s women farmers who make that possible.
How Anastasia’s Garden Transformed Her Family’s Future
November 21, 2024
Meet Anastasia For millions around the world, including women like Anastasia from the Kanyabukungu Batwa group in Uganda, “food security” is an elusive concept. Anastasia, an 80-year-old widow, has spent years navigating the harsh realities of food insecurity. Caring for 14 family members, her children and grandchildren, she has been carrying the heavy burden of providing for them all. Many nights, there was no food, and she and her family went to bed on empty stomachs. To survive, Anastasia and
Gloria Mushabe Receives Prestigious FAO Global Farmer Field Schools Innovation Award
November 20, 2024
Celebrating DIG’s Transformative Work with the Batwa Community in Uganda In a significant moment for Development in Gardening (DIG), Gloria Mushabe, our Executive Director in Uganda, was honored as a laureate of the FAO’s inaugural Global Farmer Field Schools Innovation Award. Gloria, a well-deserved recipient, has been a driving force behind DIG’s work in Uganda since 2018. Her deep knowledge of agroecology and unwavering commitment to community-led development have enabled DIG to effectively reach some of the most marginalized communities
The Power of Growth and Graduations
August 26, 2024
From Isolation to Community We believe social cohesion is more than just an abstract concept—it’s the foundation of our work and one of our most powerful Pillars of Impact. It’s what transforms isolated individuals into confident, connected community members. This transformation was on full display during the recent farmer graduations in Kenya, Senegal, and Uganda, where we had the honor of celebrating the incredible achievements of our farmers. These ceremonies were more than just a milestone; they marked the journey of
Indigenous Foods Preservation Project
Growing Indigenous Forest Foods with the Batwa
June 20, 2023
Many Batwa youth couldn't access their ancestral forest foods until DIG started working with the elders to grow them in their gardens. Today people are coming from all over the area to try these nutritious fruits and vegetables and learn how to grow them right outside their doors.
It’s All About the Grandchildren
November 18, 2022
Serina's joy is hosting people in her home. Her DIG garden has enabled her to not only offer her guests beautiful meals when they visit, but she's also become an important resource for fresh diverse produce in her community.
Celebrating the Batwa’s Indigenous Foodways
November 2, 2021
DIG's journey with the Batwa is only beginning. We have so much still to learn from this remarkable community. Together, we are embarking on a discovery project to identify and cultivate the Batwa's indigenous forest fruits and vegetables in their gardens.
The MBA Aggies Sponsorship Garden
September 27, 2021
A Milestone to Celebrate ~ DIG Reaches 50% of all Batwa in Uganda
March 2, 2021
Building trust, confidence, and hope is key to our program’s success; and no where is that more important than with the culturally displaced Batwa of southwest Uganda. DIG has made a long-term commitment to this uniquely marginalized community. The Batwa have experienced terrible poverty and poor health since their eviction from their ancestral lands in the early 1990s. (Read more about DIG’s work with the Batwa here.) After four years of engagement, DIG is celebrating having reached half the Batwa
Serving the Most Vulnerable in Uganda
November 2, 2020
DIG prioritizes uniquely vulnerable populations that are often left out of other development opportunities. The Batwa, and People Living with Disability in Uganda are some of the most vulnerable groups we serve. See how we've adapted our program to restore health, wealth, and a sense of belonging.