Turning knowledge into sustainable growth
The SEED Centre, the Centre for Sustainability Education and Economic Development, brings research, education and community action together under one roof.
Our story
The SEED Centre was founded in Ghana in 2017 by Dr George Asiamah to connect rigorous research with the communities and decision-makers it is meant to serve.
One of our flagship initiatives, the Atwima Kwanwoma Integrated Farming (AKIF) Project, trained about five hundred farmers in sustainable farming practices and in basic bookkeeping and accounting.
Today, the Centre combines research and policy, sustainability education, community programmes and advisory services, with a strong base in Ghana and partnerships around the world.
The AKIF Project in pictures
A sustainable and prosperous world where communities, institutions and governments use knowledge to shape development that is fair, resilient and their own.
The SEED Centre generates rigorous, locally grounded evidence and turns it into action. Through research, policy engagement, education and community programmes, we equip people and institutions to pursue economic development that protects the environment, reduces poverty and widens opportunity.
Our objectives
Research
Independent research on sustainability, agriculture, climate finance, natural resource governance and inclusive development.
Policy influence
Accessible briefs, dialogues and advice for decision-makers at every level.
Sustainability education
Training and learning resources for students, professionals, farmers and community leaders.
Community empowerment
Programmes that strengthen livelihoods, resilience and the voice of farmers, women and young people.
Advisory services
Commissioned research, evaluation and training that help government, development partners, civil society and businesses make better decisions and improve their programmes.
Partnerships and capacity
Collaborations at home and abroad, and the next generation of African researchers.
Meet the people behind our work
Our Board of Directors, leadership, Associate Directors and research associates.