Healthy Land, Healthy Lives

Stronger land rights have the power to reduce poverty and conflict, increase economic activity, strengthen food security, and improve environmental stewardship. Landesa helps secure those rights for local communities, boosting livelihoods and protecting ecosystems.

June 05, 2024

— Written by Shayna Berglas

Impact on Agricultural Productivity and Community Well-being

Since its founding, Landesa has been on a mission to break the chains of poverty by securing land rights for those who need it most. In partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders across more than 66 countries, Landesa has brought land rights reforms to over 720 million people. It’s a story of legal victories, human resilience, and empowerment.

In rural areas, where three-quarters of the world's poorest populations reside, land is not just an asset—it's a lifeline. Yet, more than a billion people lack legal rights to the land they cultivate and live on. This insecurity perpetuates cycles of poverty that span generations. Landesa's work is about changing this narrative, providing the stability and security that comes with land ownership.

The story of Landesa is one of opportunity and transformation. Secure land rights provide a stable foundation upon which other critical development initiatives—like literacy programs, clean water access, and nutrition projects—can take root and flourish. Landesa's efforts have equipped millions with the tools they need to lift themselves out of poverty, ensuring a brighter future for generations to come.

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