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  Kakawasan Tribe Is Leading Young People to Come Back to Hometown

  People in Kakawasan tribe grow rice, yet in recent years, the tribe starts to make a name for itself thanks to its shell-ginger leaf hats. These sturdy and stylish hats have attracted many retailers for business cooperation. Now, people in the tribe founded Kakawasan Cooperative and collaborated with other tribes to promote their products. According to Mr. Sung Po-Fang, the chairman of Kakawasan Cooperative, this business attracts young people to take part in producing shell-ginger leaf hats. Hence, more and more young people will return hometown and contribute to this tribal business.

  Indigenous / Manpower / GOAL 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth / GOAL 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

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  A Pavilion Stands Alone on the CaYaMaVana Mountainside

  The annual Hufu (Pavilion) Festival just ended.There were still a few visitors strolling in Cayamavana tribe. Situated in Alishan Township, Chiayi County, Chashan is a community composed of indigenous Tsou, Bunun, and Chinese Han people and three settlements of Cayamavana, Yaviana, and Cucuu. Walking on the mountain trail, you will see a rustic and comfy pavilion stands alone by the river. Surrounded by cool breeze blowing and birds singing, some of small and large hufu (thatch pavilions) is waiting quietly for visitors.

  Indigenous / Sustainable / Culture / Travel / GOAL 2: Zero Hunger / GOAL 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth / GOAL 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

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  These Strong Men Stand on Paddy Fields and Pave a Road to Agriculture in Sinvi Tribe

  Sinvi Tribe, formerly called “Niahosa”, is an old tribe situated in the arms of Alishan (Mt. Ali). From Zengwun River to Mt. Ji’azuoming, there is a diverse ecology system comprised of the river and mountain, which makes Sinvi tribe rich in history, culture as well as natural sources. Different from other tribes such as Shanmei and Chashan that develop sightseeing attractions, Sinvi tribe chose a relatively practical and peaceful road to farming thanks to the hard work of Yang Pei-Jen, the secretary-general of Taso Ci Cou Organic Agriculture Development Association in Alishan Township, Chiayi County.

  Indigenous / Sustainable / Ecosystem / GOAL 2: Zero Hunger / GOAL 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

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  Money Does Grow on Trees: Green Leaves to Greenbacks

  After Kamikatsu’s cash crops were devastated by a harsh cold front during the 1980s, Tomoji Yokoishi headed the effort to turn over a new leaf and found hope for the town in the surrounding mountains.

  Community development / Community revitalization / Japan / GOAL 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth / GOAL 10: Reduced Inequality / GOAL 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

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  Lambeth: City with Boundless Dreams

  In 2010, Lambeth proposed the concept of a Cooperative Council which invites public participation to make the city better. The Open Works is a live prototype of mass participation in creating a network to transform their neighborhood.

  Community development / Community revitalization / United Kingdom / GOAL 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth / GOAL 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure / GOAL 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities / GOAL 13: Climate Action

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  Doing is the Beginning of Learning—Savoring the Home of a Beautiful Life

  Zhushan (bamboo mountain), as its Chinese name suggests, is a place that grows bamboo, a realm where people enjoy bamboo culture. To respond to market demand and provide high quality and innovative services, the Bamboo Life Culture Association combines cultural elements with local industry by welcoming the participation of young people.

  Community development / Traditional Workmanship / Community revitalization / Association / GOAL 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth / GOAL 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities / GOAL 16: Peace and Justice Strong Institutions