Health In Harmony
Health In Harmony is a nonprofit organization that collaborates with communities near vital rainforests in Indonesia, Madagascar, and Brazil to create programs focused on healthcare, livelihoods, education, and reforestation, aimed at protecting over 8.8 million hectares of rainforest.
Services
Health In Harmony offers community-designed programs that encompass healthcare, livelihoods, education, and reforestation. These programs are crafted by the communities living near protected rainforests, ensuring that the needs and expertise of the local population are fully integrated. The goal is to regenerate rainforests while simultaneously improving the wellbeing of the communities.
Operational Regions
Health In Harmony operates in three key regions: Indonesia, Madagascar, and Brazil. These locations are home to vast tropical rainforests, which are crucial for their ability to store large amounts of CO2. The organization's work in these areas helps protect over 8.8 million hectares of high-conservation value rainforest.
Foundational Belief in Radical Listening
Health In Harmony was founded on the principle of Radical Listening, which posits that those living in and around rainforests are the true experts on how to protect and regenerate these critical ecosystems. This approach ensures that all programs are designed with direct input from the communities they aim to benefit.
Awards and Recognition
Health In Harmony has received several prestigious accolades, including the UN Climate Action Award 'Momentum for Change: Women for Results.' Additionally, the organization was honored as a Keeling Curve Prize Laureate in 2023 by the Global Warming Mitigation Project, recognizing its impactful work in rainforest conservation and climate action.
Partnerships and Community Engagement
Health In Harmony partners with over 135,000 Indigenous, Traditional, and rainforest peoples. These partnerships are crucial for the implementation and success of community-designed reforestation and protection programs, ensuring that local knowledge and expertise are incorporated into conservation efforts.