{"id":107,"date":"2025-05-26T07:14:57","date_gmt":"2025-05-26T07:14:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/scadglobal.org\/about\/"},"modified":"2025-05-27T02:11:23","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T02:11:23","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/id\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-8de9c239 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-99148d6e\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Who are we?<\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-5-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-aeedcc9bafe531dd60be0593ccb3d473\">SCAD (Sustainable Communities for Advancement &amp; Development) is a foundation committed to creating real change through community-based innovation, sustainable education, and development rooted in the principles of sustainability. Founded in a collaborative spirit, SCAD is here to serve as a catalyst for inclusive and impactful social, economic, and environmental transformation.<br><br>We believe that the best solutions come from the community itself \u2014 when people are given access to relevant knowledge, learning spaces, and technologies, they are able to create change that fits their local context.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">GET IN TOUCH<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Our Visions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong><em>To be the leading foundation in developing sustainable <strong><em>and transformative community innovation for a just, <strong><em>smart and sustainable future.<\/em><\/strong> <\/em><\/strong> <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-c1107f9e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-c87c2e84 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-photo-6147381-6147381-1024x683.jpg ,https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-photo-6147381-6147381-scaled.jpg 780w, https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-photo-6147381-6147381-scaled.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-photo-6147381-6147381-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Group collaborating on assembling large puzzle pieces symbolizing teamwork and unity.\" class=\"uag-image-1900\" width=\"530\" height=\"395\" title=\"pexels-photo-6147381-6147381\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-fc0d3afc uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><h2 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\">OUR MISSION<\/h2><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\">Encourage the creation of an adaptive and solution-based community innovation ecosystem.<br><br>Provide access to community based education, training, and lifelong learning that is relevant to the challenges of the times.<br><br>Develop programs that support sustainable practices in the social, economic, and environmental fields.<br><br>Establish strategic collaborations with various parties to expand the impact and scalability of the program.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SCAD Work Focus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1817\" alt=\"High-angle shot of wind turbines casting shadows on farmland in Dodge Center, MN.\" src=\"https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-photo-1605270-1605270-1024x682.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-photo-1605270-1605270-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-photo-1605270-1605270-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-photo-1605270-1605270-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-photo-1605270-1605270-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-photo-1605270-1605270-2048x1364.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-7dc58f52fe92671de7c13fd4872e84b0\">\ud83c\udf31 <strong>Sustainability<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-5-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b36fe25fa76c71da7a899cf3f0ca8df5\">We design and execute programs that promote sustainable lifestyles and systems \u2014 from regenerative agriculture to renewable energy to locally-based resource management.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignright\" style=\"min-height:430px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" 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wp-elements-dfaa79adee5cbcc1e7efb64054d70c17\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Community Based Innovations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-5-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1030c96cbf91891ce3feed4f9363308d\">SCAD supports the creation of innovative solutions by and for communities. Through a participatory approach, we strengthen the capacity of citizens to become social innovators who create real impact in their communities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover wp-duotone-unset-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1818\" alt=\"A whirlwind of books and papers creating a chaotic visual. Ideal for concepts of disorder or information overload.\" src=\"https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/book-address-book-learning-learn-159751-159751-1024x683.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/book-address-book-learning-learn-159751-159751-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/book-address-book-learning-learn-159751-159751-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/book-address-book-learning-learn-159751-159751-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/book-address-book-learning-learn-159751-159751-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/scadglobal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/book-address-book-learning-learn-159751-159751-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide has-text-align-center has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1bd1d7ab50003458d05d69cbad48a610\">\ud83d\udcda Learning &amp; Education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-5-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cbd27c1f804a958cfebf93f3c87a010c\">We build alternative learning spaces, training centers, and curriculums based on local needs. Whether in formal or informal education, we believe education is the most fundamental tool of empowerment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fe9cc265 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We open a collaborative space for individuals, organizations, academics, and the private sector who share the same vision to create a better future. Let&#8217;s build a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable world together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignwide is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\">VIEW ALL PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-c6306452 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-call-to-action uagb-block-f5c2c5f3 wp-block-button\"><div class=\"uagb-cta__wrap\"><h2 class=\"uagb-cta__title\">TALK TO US<\/h2><p class=\"uagb-cta__desc\">Have any questions? 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