Happy World Radio Day! The United Nations designated February 13 World Radio Day in 2011 to recognize the importance of radio across the globe in educating, informing, and entertaining listeners. In an age where fake news and “alternative facts” impact how we access information about the world around us, it’s crucial that we continue to support media […]
Preventing Future Floods in the Lower Lempa Region of El Salvador
In October 2011, heavy rains from Tropical Depression 12-E caused the levees on the Lempa River to burst in multiple places (see red dots on map), forcing the evacuation of 40 of our partner communities. Six weeks later, EcoViva worked with our local partners at the Mangrove Association and allies at Engineers without Borders to […]