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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · 5d

When we restore our land.
This inspiring story from Mt. Elgon highlights how indigenous leadership is bringing new life to both land and heritage — blending tradition, resilience, and community wisdom.

🖋️ Written by Rogers Muduku
📖 Read the full article:
www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/blog/2025/8/...

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Sep 23

"Traditional custodians aren’t just preserving Mt. Elgon they’re restoring its soul. Through our collaboration with AFRICE, elders, youth & women revive forests, sacred sites & traditions." Rogers Muduku
Read more: www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/blog/2025/8/...

#ClimateAction #Maple#Africe #Elders

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · 26d

When indigenous voices take the lead, heritage and nature thrive, with MAPLE Microdevelopment walking alongside them.
👉 Read the full story on our blog:
🔗 www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/blog/2025/8/...

#IndigenousLeadership #MtElgon #CommunityConservation #MAPLE #AFRICE #HeritageAndNature

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · 19d

“I’ve seen these hills change — trees fall, rivers fade. But now, hope returns. With Maple and AFRICE, our people are restoring Mt. Elgon’s land and heritage. The sky feels blue again.”

www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/blog/2025/8/...

#BlueSky #MapleMicrodevelopment #AFRICE #MtElgon #CommunityHope

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · 26d

When indigenous voices take the lead, heritage and nature thrive, with MAPLE Microdevelopment walking alongside them.
👉 Read the full story on our blog:
🔗 www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/blog/2025/8/...

#IndigenousLeadership #MtElgon #CommunityConservation #MAPLE #AFRICE #HeritageAndNature

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Sep 23

"Traditional custodians aren’t just preserving Mt. Elgon they’re restoring its soul. Through our collaboration with AFRICE, elders, youth & women revive forests, sacred sites & traditions." Rogers Muduku
Read more: www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/blog/2025/8/...

#ClimateAction #Maple#Africe #Elders

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Sep 16

Indigenous Leadership Restoring Land & Heritage on Mt. Elgon
with MAPLE and AFRICE by their side.
www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/blog/2025/8/...
#IndigenousLeadership #MtElgon #CulturalHeritage #CommunityLed #ForestRestoration #SacredSites #TraditionalKnowledge #ClimateAction #MAPLE #AFRICE

Indigenous Leadership on Restoring Land and Heritage on Mt. Elgon, Supported by MAPLE & AFRICE — MAPLE Microdevelopment

by Rogers Muduku September 1, 2025 MAPLE-AFRICE collaboration sparks community-led custodianship with the Bamasaba  of Mt.Elgon, Uganda

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Sep 9

See how Maple Microdevelopment works with Indigenous people in the Mount Elgon region of Uganda to restore land and heritage.

▶️ Watch full video: www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/blog/2025/8/...

#ClimateAction #Maple #MountElgon #Africe #Community

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Sep 2

MAPLE Microdevelopment wishess you a new month.
to our Partners, volunteers and communities we serve. you are the heart of our mission
visit us at: www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/donatehere
#Communities #Sustainabledevelopment #Partners #Environment. #green#resilience

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Aug 26

“Our mission is to empower collectives by strengthening community economies, building capacities for self-governance, and safeguarding the land vital for local livelihoods. Visit our website to see how MAPLE works with communities. www.maplemicrodevelopment.org

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Aug 19

Change is taking root in Eastern Uganda!
MAPLE Microdevelopment partners with communities to build economies, protect land & grow sustainably.
Support 👉 donorbox.org/maple-uganda

Poster for MAPLE Microdevelopment. It shows photos of community members planting trees, harvesting, and holding discussions, along with an image of a green tree. The text highlights MAPLE’s work in Eastern Uganda: building stronger economies, protecting land, and promoting sustainable development. Communities plant indigenous trees, hold dialogues, and pass knowledge to the young ones. The poster encourages people to join and support this transformative work for a greener, stronger future in Eastern Uganda, with a link to maplemicrodevelopment.org."

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Aug 12

On Mount Elgon’s slopes, MAPLE Microdevelopment is restoring the land through tree planting 🌱 — protecting soil, preventing landslides & carrying out dialogues with the communities to restore livelihood. Join us: maplemicrodevelopment.org/uganda

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Aug 5

In Uganda, MAPLE is empowering communities through savings groups, land stewardship & local leadership.
Learn more: maplemicrodevelopment.org/uganda
#MAPLE #Uganda
Donate to this work to continue:
donorbox.org/maple-uganda

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Jul 29

At the lush foot of Mount Elgon, MAPLE Microdevelopment is working with farmers to grow sustainable livelihoods.
Support the work in Uganda — donate today!
🔗 www.donorbox.org/maple-uganda
#MAPLEMicrodevelopment #MountElgon #FarmingForChange

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Jul 22

🌿 Discover Community Life with MAPLE Microdevelopment!
How they prepare Malewa
#MAPLEMicrodevelopment #EasternUganda #CommunityStories #MalawePreparation #LocalVoices #CulturalHeritage #SustainableDevelopment #EmpowerCommunities #GrassrootsChange

www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/blog/2020/5/...

Eastern Ugandan Recipe: Malewa — MAPLE Microdevelopment

Eastern Ugandan Recipe: Malewa written by Rogers Muduku of MAPLE Uganda Malewa is smoked bamboo shoot which is dried for preservation. These bamboo trees are a special kind and grow in the wild...

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Jul 8

Maple Microdevelopment is collaborating with Indigenous communities in Chile to co-create innovative, culturally rooted financial models that promote resilience,
www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/maple-chile-...

#MapleChile #CommunityFinance #Indigenous #MapleMicrodevelopment #CulturalResilience

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Jul 1

Hello July from MAPLE Microdevelopment!

As we enter a new month, we’re reminded that real change begins with small, consistent steps.

🔗 Learn more or get involved: www.maplemicrodevelopment.org

#HappyNewMonth #MAPLEMicrodevelopment #CommunityDevelopment #Sustainability # #FinancialInclusion

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Jun 24

MAPLE Microdevelopment
Support local economic development, education, and self-reliance

📲 Scan the QR code to get involved or visit our website:
👉 www.maplemicrodevelopment.org

#CommunityEmpowerment #MAPLEMicrodevelopment #SustainableChange #Grassroots #Education #Development #LocalEconomies

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Jun 17

Get Involved with MAPLE Microdevelopment Today!

Scan the QR code to join MAPLE’s mission of building sustainable, community-led change in Uganda and beyond!
✅ Engage.
✅ Empower.
✅ Transform.

Visit us at: www.maplemicrodevelopment.org
#GetInvolved #MapleMicrodevelopment #CommunityChange

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Jun 10

MAPLE Microdevelopment is creating change in Eastern Uganda

Communities strengthen economies, protect land, and foster sustainable futures.
🔗 Scan the QR code or visit www.maplemicrodevelopment.org
#MAPLEMicrodevelopment #CommunityEmpowerment #SustainableDevelopment #EasternUganda #RealChange

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Jun 3

Take Part Today — Make a Lasting Impact! At MAPLE Microdevelopment, we empower communities from the ground up.
www.maplemicrodevelopment.org/donatehere

#CommunityDevelopment #MAPLEMicrodevelopment #SustainableChange #EmpowerLocal #DonateNow #SupportCommunities #TakePartToday

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · May 27

Maple Microdevelopment works with communities to create sustainable development.

Communities are empowered when you support

Scan the QR code to support our work in communities today

#MAPLEMicrodevelopment #CommunityEmpowerment #SupportLocal #SustainableDevelopment #TakePart

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · Apr 15

MAPLE Microdevelopment, through the (ROSE) Program Reaching Out to Spread Equality, equips youth with vital skills like liquid soap making, financial literacy, and more.
Join us in building brighter futures. Your support matters!

🔗 Learn more or donate: www.maplemicrodevelopment.org

Students in school uniforms gather outdoors in small groups, engaging in a hands-on activity making liquid soap. They appear happy and curious, guided by adult facilitators. The banner reads "ROSE Programme – Reaching Out to Spread Equality" with details about youth empowerment and support.

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · May 23

Community-Led Economies in Action!

Explore how MAPLE Microdevelopment works with local communities to build resilient, self-governed economies rooted in land, culture, and collaboration.

Don't miss the inspiring stories and updates in our latest newsletter!

Read now: mailchi.mp/a8c4c69dc54a...

Maple Microdevelopment Newsletter

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MAPLE Microdevelopment @maplecommunities.bsky.social · May 20

MAPLE May 2025 Newsletter is Here!

From Uganda to Chile to Oregon, communities are empowered

👉 Read the full newsletter now: mailchi.mp/a8c4c69dc54a...

#MAPLEMicrodevelopment #CommunityLedDevelopment #ReadOurNewsletter #GlobalImpact #YouthInAction #WomenLead #CommunitySavings #MAPLEUpdates

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