Newsletter - April 2026
From East Africa to the World
Building Together.
Leading Globally.
Sustainable Growers is taking the stage in Colombia this May - and we want you to be part of it.
Dear coffee community,
Since 2013, Sustainable Growers has worked side by side with women coffee farmers and cooperatives across Rwanda, DRC, and Tanzania - training, connecting, and opening doors to markets around the world.
This May, we take that work to a new level. We are proud to convene the Global Coffee Conference - Colombia 2026, an intercontinental gathering bringing together women-led cooperatives from East Africa and Latin America with global buyers, policymakers, donors, and industry leaders. This is not just a moment for us. It is a moment for the entire coffee community.
Flagship Event
Global Coffee Conference
Colombia 2026
Dates
9 – 11 May 2026
Location
Colombia
Theme
"Build Together. Lead Globally."
Arrival Day
8 May 2026
This is not a traditional conference. It is a structured partnership platform - where trade commitments are made, origin-to-origin relationships are formalized, and women-led cooperatives are positioned as fully integrated commercial partners within resilient, climate-smart global coffee systems.
We are bringing East Africa and Latin America into the same room - to move from conversation to collaboration, and from collaboration to long-term commitment.
What to Expect
Programme Highlights
01
Origin-to-Origin Collaboration
East Africa meets Latin America. Coordinated trade pathways and partnership frameworks built across borders.
02
B2B Buyer–Producer Matchmaking
Structured sessions connecting women-led cooperatives directly with global buyers, roasters, and exporters.
03
Climate & Traceability Innovation
Labs and showcases aligning climate-smart production with evolving trade and sustainability standards.
04
Policy, Donors & Capital Access
Roundtables aligning donor investment, financing dialogues, and policy discussions with origin-based growth.
05
Cupping Labs & Quality Sessions
Women producers showcasing their coffees at cupping and quality benchmark sessions on the global stage.
06
Field Visits to Colombian Cooperatives
Day 3 takes delegates into the field - experiencing Colombian women-led cooperatives firsthand.
Three Days of Action
Conference Agenda
Day 0 - Arrival & Strategic Alignment | 8 May 2026
Day 1 - Building Together | 9 May 2026
Day 2 - Leading Globally | 10 May 2026
Day 3 - Collaborating for the Future | 11 May 2026
Partner With Us
Become a Conference Sponsor
Partner. Collaborate. Grow. Position your organisation within a forward-looking platform focused on measurable and practical impact. Sponsorship opportunities range from $10,000 to $75,000, with naming rights, thought leadership roles, B2B matchmaking access, and direct engagement with women-led cooperatives and global coffee leaders.
| Tier | Investment (USD) | Your Role | Passes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Title Partner | $50,000 – $75,000 | Key content tracks, keynote + panel options, integrated campaign | 7 |
| Anchor Partner | $25,000 – $40,000 | Lead a major component - research, cupping session, field visit | 5 |
| Supporting Partner | $15,000 – $20,000 | Align with a focused feature or thematic area | 3 |
| Contributing Partner | Up to $10,000 | Targeted visibility and direct exposure to coffee producers | 2 |
The Platform
Who Should Attend
Curated for commitment, collaboration, and measurable outcomes. Participants are selected for their ability to commit, collaborate, and co-create - moving beyond discussion toward long-term partnership.
"Sustainable coffee futures are created together - through partnership across origins."
We look forward to welcoming you to Colombia in May. For sponsorship enquiries, partnerships, or to confirm your participation, please reach out to us directly. Let's build something that lasts.
Get In Touch →With gratitude,
Christine Condo
Chief Executive Officer, Sustainable Growers Rwanda
Conference Contact
Joselyne Dusabeyezu
Tel: +250 787 545 639
Email: joselyne.dusabeyezu@sustainablegrowers.org