Backstreet Academy is a peer-to-peer impact travel platform for developing countries with the mission of alleviating poverty through micro-entrepreneurship in the tourism industry. We assist impoverished communities to create travel experiences and help them market to travelers looking for an authentic experience using our technology platform of local SMS and call centres, enabling them to join and offer services even if they do not speak English nor own high cost tech devices. We operate in 10 countries and 43 cities and we have moved hundreds of people out of poverty by increasing their income 2-3 times and generated over $100,000 in additional income for our beneficiaries.
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About AVPN
Who We Are
We are a leading ecosystem builder that is increasing the flow of financial, human, and intellectual capital from Asia and around the world into the social sector in Asia. We provide a network of peers, rigorous learning programmes, and innovative capital mobilization opportunities that make sure resources are more effectively deployed.
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Resources
Highlights of the week
Trust-Based Philanthropy
In the face of increasingly complex and, sometimes rapidly, changing needs on the ground, it is crucial to take a step back and reconsider the status quo.
APAC Sustainability Seed Fund 2.0
By leveraging the success of the first round of the APAC Sustainability Seed Fund, AVPN continues to mobilise continuum of capital into supporting climate solutions in the region.
Faith and Giving
Faith, and the values, belief systems, moral codes, and religious doctrines, that underlie it, shape much of philanthropy across the world. From addressing needs in underserved communities to investing in sustainable energy solutions, faith-aligned givers are demonstrating that compassion can be a catalyst for a more just and equitable world. However, the fundamental drivers of faith-aligned giving often remain unexamined.
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We are a leading ecosystem builder that is increasing the flow of financial, human, and intellectual capital from Asia and around the world into the social sector in Asia. We provide a network of peers, rigorous learning programmes, and innovative capital mobilization opportunities that make sure resources are more effectively deployed.
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Featured Deals
Socio-Economic Empowerment of Women
Climate Action and Environment, Education, Financial Inclusion, Gender, Livelihood and Poverty Alleviation
Solve Education: Education through Innovative Learning Platform
Education, Employability, Livelihood and Poverty Alleviation
Lotus Petal Sr. Sec School, Gurugram
Education, Employability, Health
IT Training Against Poverty in Cebu
Education, Employability, Livelihood and Poverty Alleviation
IT Vocational Training Against Poverty
Education, Employability, Livelihood and Poverty Alleviation
Gigatonne: Addressing Problems within the Carbon Credits Market
Climate Action and Environment, Financial Inclusion, Gender, Livelihood and Poverty Alleviation
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Events
Upcoming Signature EventsAVPN Global Conference 2024
23 April 2024
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25 April 2024
Signature Event
Upcoming Events
Restoring Equilibrium: SVCA 2024 Annual Conference – Seeking Balance in A Turbulent World
16 May 2024
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