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Overview
Prepared by (Name of the experimenter)
Cerco Verde
On date (Day/Month/Year)
18/05/2022
What action learning plan is this activity related to?
The "Cerco Verde" program is related to an action learning plan focused on environmental conservation and sustainable economic development. It emphasizes creating synergies between indigenous entrepreneurs in the Amazon and global business leaders to support biodiversity protection and promote sustainable entrepreneurship. The plan seeks to empower local communities through economic initiatives that help mitigate the growing threats to the Amazon’s ecosystem, fostering environmental stewardship and sustainable livelihoods
Design
What is the specific learning intent of the activity? Why is it important to do this experiment?
Specific Learning Intent of the Activity:
The activity aims to understand how connecting indigenous Amazonian entrepreneurs with global business leaders and organizations can promote sustainable economic initiatives that protect the biodiversity of the Amazon. It seeks to explore the potential of these partnerships to empower local communities and generate sustainable livelihoods.
Why Is It Important?
This experiment is crucial because it helps to preserve biodiversity, combat climate threats, and foster economic opportunities that are environmentally sustainable. It also creates a global network supporting indigenous knowledge and leadershi
What is your hypothesis? IF... THEN....
IF indigenous Amazonian entrepreneurs are connected with global business leaders and provided support for sustainable initiatives, THEN they will develop economically viable ventures that protect biodiversity, enhance local livelihoods, and contribute to global environmental preservation efforts.
Does the activity use a control group for comparison?
No, it does not use a control group, Don't know
Describe which actions, with whom, where, when will you (or did you) take to test your hypothesis:
Actions to Test the Hypothesis:
Organizing Collaborative Events:
Host events like "The UK Meets the Amazon" to connect indigenous entrepreneurs with international business leaders.
Training and Pitch Sessions:
Conduct workshops to train entrepreneurs on structuring their sustainable business models and delivering effective pitches.
Partnerships:
Collaborate with PNUD, Grupo Nueva Economía, and Sadiri Lodge to facilitate these interactions.
Where and When:
Events like the May 2022 session held in La Paz were key testing moments to foster these connections
If you worked with partners, please choose what sector they belong to (select all that apply)
Civil Society, Private Sector
What is the total estimated monetary resources needed for this experiment?
Less than 1,000 USD
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Results
Was the original hypothesis (If.. then) proven or disproven? In which way do the results support the original hypothesis or not?
Since the "UK Meets Amazon" event connected sustainable Amazonian entrepreneurs with business leaders, the original hypothesis seems to have been proven. The event facilitated several rounds of pitches and business discussions, showing that collaboration between indigenous entrepreneurs and global leaders is viable. Entrepreneurs had opportunities to present their sustainable projects, and the response from both Bolivian and UK stakeholders indicates that these initiatives have the potential to generate economic growth while protecting biodiversity
What are the most important learning outcomes of the experiment? Are any changes recommended?
Most Important Learning Outcomes:
Successful Networking: The "UK Meets Amazon" event effectively connected indigenous entrepreneurs with international stakeholders, showing that global collaboration can support sustainable ventures.
Increased Visibility: The Amazonian entrepreneurs gained exposure for their projects, leading to potential partnerships and investments.
Biodiversity Focus: The event highlighted the importance of preserving biodiversity while promoting economic growth through sustainable business models.
Recommended Changes:
Follow-up Support: Provide ongoing mentorship and resources to ensure project scalability.
Expand Stakeholder Engagement: Involve more sectors to enhance the ecosystem of support for Amazonian ventures.
Considering the outcomes of this experimental activity, which of the following best describe what happened after? (Please select all that apply)
This experiment led to partnerships, This experiment led to adoption of new ways of working by our partners
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Please add any supporting links that describe the planning, implementation, results of learning of this activity? For example a tweet, a blog, or a report.
Learning
What were the main obstacles and challenges you encountered during this activity? What advise would you give colleagues trying to replicate this experimental activity?
8Decent work and economic growth
13Climate action
15Life on land
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