Winning student participants of the Trocano Project Recycled Toy Contest June 2026

Fourth Recycled Toy Contest Builds Environmental Awareness in Borba

The Trocano Araretama REDD+ Project continues a hands-on environmental education initiative.  Environmental education becomes more meaningful when students can apply what they learn in practical ways.  On 24 June 2026, the Trocano Araretama REDD+ Project held the fourth edition of its recycled toy contest at Dr Francisco das Chagas Auzier Moreira Municipal School in Borba,… Continue reading Fourth Recycled Toy Contest Builds Environmental Awareness in Borba

Secretary Margareth Nobre showing some sustainable forest products to a visitor at the Trocano Project exhibition

Supporting Sustainable Forest Products and Local Enterprise in Borba

The Trocano Araretama REDD+ Project helps local residents bring their regional products, traditional knowledge and sustainable livelihoods to a wider public audience.  Forest conservation is closely connected to community life, local knowledge and the sustainable use of natural resources. When those resources are used responsibly and local knowledge is valued, forest-related products can contribute to… Continue reading Supporting Sustainable Forest Products and Local Enterprise in Borba

Delivering educational materials to local Borba school in the Go Balance Brazil Trocano Project - Copy

Community Impact and Partnerships in Trocano REDD+ – March 2026

Updates from Borba, Amazonas, Brazil, where Go Balance continues to deliver practical REDD+ initiatives through community programmes, education, sustainable livelihoods, local partnerships, and long-term conservation under the Trocano Project. March 2026 was a varied and busy time for the Trocano Araretama REDD+ Project in Borba, Amazonas. Throughout the month, the project team delivered and supported… Continue reading Community Impact and Partnerships in Trocano REDD+ – March 2026

Go Balance Trocano Project education and community engagement activities in Borba Amazonas Brazil February 2026

Community Actions in Trocano REDD+ – February 2026

Latest developments from the Trocano Project in Borba, Amazonas, where Go Balance continues to strengthen local partnerships, expand education initiatives, and support community-led REDD+ progress in Brazil. February 2026 was another active month for the Trocano Araretama Project in Borba, Amazonas, with continued progress across community engagement, environmental initiatives, and local partnerships. Developed by Go… Continue reading Community Actions in Trocano REDD+ – February 2026

Go Balance Brazil Trocano REDD+ Project Community Garden engagement Borba Amazonas January 2026

Trocano REDD+ Community and Environmental Initiatives – January 2026

Community and environmental updates from the Trocano Project, where Go Balance continues to deliver long-term REDD+ conservation and community engagement initiatives in Brazil. January 2026 marked a strong start to the year for the Trocano Araretama Project in Borba, Amazonas, with activities focused on community wellbeing, environmental education, sustainable agriculture, and local partnerships. Developed by… Continue reading Trocano REDD+ Community and Environmental Initiatives – January 2026

Blue November health awareness session in Borba community led by Trocano Project REDD+ Brazil

Trocano Project REDD+: Community Health and Education Outreach Across Borba

Supporting Communities Through Health, Education, and Environmental Action. On 26 November 2025, the Trocano Araretama REDD+ Project, implemented by Go Balance, carried out a coordinated series of social-environmental and monitoring activities across multiple communities in Borba, Amazonas. These activities form part of the long-term approach taken by the Trocano Project REDD+, and it's commitment to… Continue reading Trocano Project REDD+: Community Health and Education Outreach Across Borba

Trocano Project Team in Sao Raimundo Community member for the roof renovation

Trocano Project Supports Community Infrastructure in São Raimundo, Borba

Trocano Project Teams Up with Local Partners to Deliver Urgently Needed Materials for Social Centre Repairs. On 31 July 2025, the Trocano Araretama REDD+ Project partnered with IDAM and the Borba Municipal Government to deliver urgently needed construction materials to the São Raimundo community in PA Puxurizal. The materials will support the reconstruction of the… Continue reading Trocano Project Supports Community Infrastructure in São Raimundo, Borba

Trocano Project REDD participants in the environmental education day in Borba

Environmental Education: The Trocano Project REDD+ Inspires Borba Students

On International Biodiversity Day, the Trocano Araretama REDD Project brought biodiversity and environmental education to life for students in Borba. On May 26th, 2025, the Trocano Araretama REDD Project celebrated International Biodiversity Day with a school-based education session. The event took place at Dr. Adelino Costa Municipal School in Borba and focused on biodiversity awareness.… Continue reading Environmental Education: The Trocano Project REDD+ Inspires Borba Students

Recyclable Toys Contest entries created by the Borba students

Trocano Project Recycled Toy Contest Inspires Creativity in Borba School

The Trocano Araretama REDD Project continues to champion environmental education through creative, community-based initiatives — this time with a playful twist. On May 20, 2025, students at the Alcides Brandão de Sá Municipal School took part in a vibrant recycled toy contest, hosted by the Trocano Araretama Project team. The goal was transforming everyday waste… Continue reading Trocano Project Recycled Toy Contest Inspires Creativity in Borba School

Mother’s Day: Celebrating Women and Community in the Trocano Project, Borba

Trocano Project REDD+ Supports Women's Wellbeing with a Mother’s Day Outreach Event in Sao Jose do Miriti A focus on community, health, and resilience with the women of Borba On May 10th, 2025, the Go Balance Trocano Project visited the São José do Miriti community, a vibrant riverside village along the Borba-Mapiá road. The purpose… Continue reading Mother’s Day: Celebrating Women and Community in the Trocano Project, Borba