The Nayabara region of Bangladesh gets intense rains that can wipe out entire harvests. Communities can rely on their local seed banks to help them replant their fields.

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Around the world, making ends meet is getting harder every day.

But communities are finding creative ways to respond. In this Bulletin, you’ll discover how people are building stronger local economies and more resilient communities through collective action. From small-scale farmers in Bangladesh saving seeds, to community groups in Mexico investing in local livelihoods, to public grocery stores in Canada, these stories show that lasting solutions begin with communities themselves.

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WHAT'S INSIDE

In your November Bulletin, discover how people are building stronger local economies and more resilient communities through collective action.

Community savings banks in Chiapas, Mexico are strengthening local initiatives and Indigenous autonomy so people can stay rooted at home.

Community seed banks in Nayapara, Bangladesh give farmers the chance to save seeds from one harvest to ensure those of the future.

In an interview with Food Secure Canada’s Aaron Vansintjan, we learn why so many people in Canada struggle to afford groceries—and what solutions could help.

Djinille Diémé harvests onions grown using agroecological practices in Senegal. Her harvest helps feed families in her community while providing an important source of income. Photo: Cherif Khoury/Inter Pares