Since 2020, Hadassah van der Jagt has been actively involved in global sustainable development, working on various initiatives both at her university in Leeuwarden, Netherlands, and internationally. A key moment was her attendance at the Stockholm +50 UN conference in Sweden, where she was profoundly inspired by an African activist’s message: “Change starts at home.” This experience fueled her commitment to advancing sustainability in her home country.
Driven by this newfound resolve, she pursued studies in International Relations and Global Social Development in Bangkok, focusing on sustainable initiatives in Thailand. After returning to Suriname, she channeled her passion into action by founding Up To You Foundation, with the mission of fostering a sustainable future for Suriname.
The organization with the official name of Up To You Foundation by Van der Jagt, was founded in April 2023, and launched on 1st of June 2023.
Working together, we believe we can make the world a better place. Whether it’s through donations, fundraising, or events, every contribution counts. Let’s join forces to uplift communities and make meaningful changes that matter.
The foundation primarily targets elementary school children with educational workshops and interactive sessions focused on environmentally friendly practices, particularly plastic waste management. They also plan to extend these efforts to middle schools.
The foundation also engages the broader community, encouraging sustainability and environmentally friendly practices. They aim to involve local communities in various projects, such as cleanup activities, and spread their message that sustainability is “up to you.” The foundation is committed to launching large-scale projects through sustainable collaborations.
