A homegrown Tasmanian initiative has secured a partnership with one of the world’s largest humanitarian organisations to combat global malnutrition.
Food Plant Solutions, a Rotary Action Group established in Tasmania, has signed a three-year agreement with World Vision International to expand its educational resources across more than 20 developing nations.
The project, which teaches communities how to grow nutrient-rich native plants to fight malnutrition, utilises a database of 35,000 plant entries created by Bruce French.
Rotary Tasmania District Governor Craig Perkins said the partnership demonstrates the global impact of local innovation.
“This started as an idea among Tasmanian members and is now global policy for one of the world’s largest NGOs,” Perkins said.
“It is a proud moment for our state and shows that Tasmanian innovation knows no borders.”
The organisation also runs the Fresh Food for Families program in Tasmanian schools, teaching students about growing their own vegetables.
Perkins said the milestone should inspire more Tasmanians to get involved with Rotary.
“We are looking for the next generation of changemakers.”
“Whether you join an existing club or start a new ’cause-based’ group dedicated to a specific passion, there is a place for your skills in Rotary.”
Rotary currently connects approximately 1,000 Tasmanians, while it has 1.4 million members worldwide across 46,000 clubs in over 200 countries.
