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Jiva Catalyst Foundation

Green Innovation & Inclusive Sustainability in Southeast Asia

Our Programs Jiva Catalyst Foundation

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1. Maybright Scholarship Program

The Maybright Scholarship Program is a fully-funded initiative that supports outstanding university students and emerging young leaders committed to sustainability, renewable energy, agricultural innovation, public policy, and community development.

Designed to unlock opportunities for individuals with strong potential, this scholarship nurtures future changemakers who can contribute to inclusive and sustainable development within their communities and the wider region.

Program Components:

Full or partial educational and research support
Mentorship from leaders and innovators in sustainability
Capacity-building workshops on green economy, leadership, & project design
Community service & field-based learning through Jiva Catalyst programs
Publication opportunities, including policy briefs &community impact stories

Impact Focus:
Strengthening youth leadership • Supporting underserved students • Encouraging community-driven innovation

2. RE:BION — Solar Robot for Education & Sustainable Farming
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Innovation • Renewable Energy • Education • Agriculture

RE:BION is an AI-powered, solar-driven robot developed to enhance STEM education and support sustainable farming in communities with limited access to resources.

By integrating clean energy, automation, and inclusive technology, the program aims to improve learning outcomes, strengthen climate literacy, and support small-scale agriculture through practical, accessible solutions.

Program Components:
Education Module
  • STEM learning materials (solar energy, robotics, AI basics)
  • School workshops in rural and remote communities
  • RE:BION E-Book as a digital guide for teachers and students
  • Demonstration kits for classroom use
 Agriculture Module
  • Solar-powered irrigation systems for smallholder farmers
  • Soil moisture and environmental monitoring
  • Automated watering systems to improve efficiency
  • Training for farmers and youth on clean-tech farming tools
Community Development
  • Training local technicians to maintain RE:BION units
  • Pathways for youth to access green job opportunities
  •  Participatory design and continuous feedback with communities
Impact Focus:
Expanding STEM access • Supporting small farmers • Reducing costs through clean energy • Building local innovation capacity
3. Mush Cycle Hub
(Upcoming Program)
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Mushroom-based solutions.

The Mush Cycle Hub is an upcoming innovation center dedicated to promoting mushroom-based circular economy solutions and strengthening community livelihoods, especially for women and youth.

This program transforms organic waste into high-value mushroom products and mycelium-based innovations, enabling communities to participate in sustainable entrepreneurship.

Program Components:

Organic Waste Conversion

*  Training on converting household and agricultural waste into mushroom substrate

* Community-based waste collection and processing models

Mushroom Cultivation Training

* Beginner and advanced workshops for individuals and cooperatives
* Starter kits for households and community groups
* Support for food security through sustainable mushroom production

Mycelium-Based Innovation

* Research and development for mycelium packaging, eco-products, and building materials

* Prototype development in collaboration with universities and innovators

Social Entrepreneurship

* Incubation for mushroom-related micro-enterprises

* Support for branding, marketing, and market access

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