Members of the Antigua and Barbuda Association of People with Disabilities demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination by harvesting over 100 pounds of sweet potatoes, a bounty that was later distributed among their community members.
In an inspiring display of ingenuity, these dedicated individuals cultivated the potatoes in upcycled tires, transforming them into flourishing gardens.
This innovative approach not only highlighted their commitment to self-sufficiency but also showcased their ability to thrive despite challenges.
Antigua and Barbuda Association of Persons with Disabilities harvesting sweet potatoes (photo by ABAPD)
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Congratulations to Bernard and his team at ABAPD for this fantastic food security initiative. The children looked so engaged and excited about the fruits of their labour. Keep this going.
ABAPD again leading the way in Sustainability and resilience for persons with disabilities through the strategies of Community Based Rehabilitation and its adoption of Horticulture Therapy
this organisation and it’s leaders have been working very hard to sustain and maintain itself despite it’s challenges and they are doing very well..they should be given help continual by all of us in what ever way possible
Wow. Now this is what backyard gardening can result to. This give a lot of hope to many of us out there.
I’m concerned though that they didn’t choose to sell some to earn some much needed revenue
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Antiguan Patriot July 6, 2025, 6:27 PM
Krama July 6, 2025, 6:56 PM
informed Citizen July 6, 2025, 9:30 PM
Glenville Liburd July 7, 2025, 5:29 AM
Stone July 7, 2025, 6:15 AM
Juju Bee July 7, 2025, 8:19 AM
I’m concerned though that they didn’t choose to sell some to earn some much needed revenue
Sheesh July 8, 2025, 2:48 PM