Open education and technology is the most effective solution to poverty
Level of hunger and poverty in Yemen is unprecedented. Yemen is one of the largest humanitarian crises in the world. “Many children are being robbed of their futures. (UNICEF). The narrative of Yemen has often been one of problems, more problems and hopelessness. Yemen Actionlab was formed to concentrate effort on participative learning and innovation to solve problems.
Hydroponics has the potential provide food security and eliminate hunger in a sustainable way. It is agricultural method for growing plants without soil that is more efficient than traditional agriculture. With even basic training and knowledge people have a chance to grow their own food. Hydroponics has massive potential to tackle hunger, improve health, create livelihoods and promote economic development
Join our online and residential action labs in Greece and help us brainstorm and develop explore solutions to the issues Yemen. Get in touch if you have a background science, mechanical engineering, education, technology or agricultural technologies or just want to make a difference