Community-based Agriculture Knowledge Centers (FLOW3R Hubs) are playing a transformative role in empowering indigenous and marginalized women farmers toward a climate-resilient future. Established by Association for Community Development (ACD) with support from Oxfam in Bangladesh under the Cultivating Change project, these hubs are strengthening local farming knowledge and resilience.

Located in Dyingpara of Deopara Union, Godagari, and beside the Chanduria Union Parishad in Tanore, the two FLOW3R hubs began operations in November 2024 and have since remained actively engaged with local communities. More than just physical spaces, the hubs serve as open knowledge platforms, combining modern agricultural practices with traditional farming wisdom.

So far, around 450 farmers and stakeholders have benefited from the hubs, including women farmers, youth, government officials, academics, journalists, and local representatives. The hubs provide hands-on guidance on climate-resilient agriculture, sustainable and pesticide-free farming, organic fertilizer use, market information, and access to government agricultural services.

Indigenous woman farmer Shyamoli Tudu shared, “Earlier we lacked proper knowledge. Now, through this hub, we are learning new methods, receiving training, and gaining confidence to make our own farming decisions.”

Another farmer, Olivia Biswas from Deopara, noted that the hub has helped her understand organic farming and strengthened her connection with government support services.

By increasing women’s leadership, engaging youth in climate-smart agriculture, and fostering inclusive learning spaces, the FLOW3R hubs are emerging as community-driven knowledge centers that guide farming communities toward long-term resilience and sustainable livelihoods.