Paraíba groups seek candidate commitments to water and farming
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The Articulação do Semiárido Paraibano (ASA-PB), a community organization in the Brazilian state of Paraíba, will host a meeting on September 9 to ask candidates in the 2026 elections to commit to policies supporting water access, climate justice, and family farming in the semi-arid region.
The event, held in Campina Grande, will bring together farmers, community leaders, and candidates who support the organization’s goals.
ASA-PB plans to present a commitment letter outlining demands related to water, sustainable agriculture, and public resources. The organization believes access to water is a right, not a privilege, and is crucial for families to remain in the region. They also advocate strengthening family farming and agroecology through technical assistance, credit, and public procurement programs like the Food Acquisition Program and the National School Feeding Program. These programs help farmers sell their products and support school meals.
ASA-PB will also emphasize the importance of women and youth in the semi-arid region, highlighting their roles in food production, water management, and community organization. They are advocating for policies that address inequalities in domestic work and create opportunities for young people to stay in their communities. Finally, the group will discuss climate change, urging candidates to protect the Caatinga ecosystem, water resources, and traditional territories while ensuring renewable energy projects benefit local communities.
