Autre Terre

Autre Terre is a Belgian NGO and a member of the Terre group. It has been active for more than 30 years in agroecology and recycling, with a mission to support initiatives that contribute to a regenerative economy and a dignified life for all. (autreterre.org ) The organization works internationally through local partners rather than directly imposing solutions, financing projects in collaboration with organizations that understand local realities. Its activities are concentrated in West Africa and Peru, while in Belgium it also carries out awareness-raising work on global citizenship and solidarity, as well as circular-economy activities that create social ties. (autreterre.org ) Autre Terre positions itself at the intersection of social economy, environmental regeneration, and community development. Its public-facing work emphasizes agroecological food systems, waste management, and support for producer and women’s groups, with a strong focus on local value creation and food sovereignty. (autreterre.org ) Key Offerings Agroecology project support : Autre Terre supports agroecological production systems through local partnerships, helping producers improve soil health, reduce dependence on chemical inputs, and strengthen local food systems. (autreterre.org ) Waste collection and recycling initiatives : The organization is active in waste management and recycling, including projects that collect waste and promote circular-economy approaches. (autreterre.org ) Processing and commercialization support : In several projects, Autre Terre helps producer groups with post-harvest handling, processing, packaging, and market access so they can sell more value-added products locally. (autreterre.org ) Awareness and solidarity activities in Belgium : Autre Terre runs education and engagement activities in Belgium to help the public understand global issues and support solidarity-based initiatives. (autreterre.org ) Core Values Regenerative economy : Autre Terre explicitly frames its mission around supporting initiatives that repair and regenerate ecosystems while meeting human needs. (autreterre.org ) Dignity and inclusion : The organization emphasizes a dignified life, participation in decisions, respect, and support for people and communities. (autreterre.org ) Social economy and solidarity : As part of the Terre group, it highlights social and solidarity-based economic models and community-oriented action. (autreterre.org ) Environmental responsibility : Its work promotes agroecology, recycling, soil preservation, and better resource management. (autreterre.org ) Unique Aspects Strong local-partner model : Autre Terre says it finances projects through local partners who are better placed to understand on-the-ground realities, rather than acting alone. (autreterre.org ) Multi-country footprint : Its international activity spans Benin, Burkina Faso, Mali, Senegal, and Peru, giving it a broad field presence across West Africa and Latin America. (autreterre.org ) Embedded in the Terre group : Autre Terre is a member of the Terre group, which reinforces its social-economy orientation and links it to a wider ecosystem of solidarity-based initiatives. (autreterre.org ) Participatory organic certification support : In Burkina Faso, it is linked to the Bio-SPG participatory guarantee system, an alternative organic certification model adapted to local conditions and built on cooperation among producers, processors, distributors, and consumers. (autreterre.org )