Empowering Palestinian Women Through Vertical Hydroponic Farming

October 2024- September 2025 - USAID - BREB Project grant - $229,000

Empowering Palestinian Women Through Vertical Hydroponic Farming aims to address agricultural challenges in the West Bank by introducing sustainable, high-yield farming methods. Led by WEDO and supported by Corpora-Gov and partners Vertical Harvest from Wyoming and Green Wadi from Israel, the project trains 30 young Palestinian women in vertical farming, focusing on skill development in agriculture, business management, and sustainable practices. The one year program includes training on farm setup, crop selection, technology integration, and business operations, concluding with hands-on experience in harvesting and marketing. This initiative fosters economic independence for women, strengthens local food security, and promotes environmentally conscious agricultural practices through efficient water and land use. The project is designed with a robust sustainability plan, leveraging renewable energy and cooperative models to ensure long-term viability, with expected results including enhanced technical expertise, new business formations, and improved food security in Palestinian communities. The Positive Sum Solutions Methodology (PSSM) is applied in this project by aligning gender empowerment, climate resilience, and cross-border cooperation to deliver shared value for all stakeholders. Rather than prioritizing one objective over another, the project integrates economic opportunity, environmental sustainability, and regional collaboration into a unified model. This approach ensures that beneficiaries, local communities, and partner organizations all gain from the initiative—demonstrating how inclusive, climate-smart solutions can drive systemic and lasting impact.