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In the heart of Ghana’s cocoa industry, a transformative initiative is redefining business success.
Sustain a Bean™, co-founded by visionary leaders Vanya Daryanani and Jason Nana Yaw Mohan, is proving that sustainability, ethical trade, and community empowerment can drive economic growth.
Recently featured in The CEO Magazine and honoured by the British Council Study UK Alumni Awards, Sustain a Bean™ aligns its mission with global development efforts.
“Our vision is to create lasting impact, echoing the values of the UN SDGs by promoting sustainability, quality education, and community well-being,” says Vanya Daryanani.

How to Sustain a Bean™ Supports Global Goals
SDG 1 – No Poverty: Empowering over 600 cocoa farmers with fair wages, aligning with UNDP’s efforts to eradicate poverty.
SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation: Implementing clean water systems in rural Ghana, in line with UNICEF’s WASH program for universal access to safe water.
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production: Promoting sustainable farming, resonating with UNESCO’s focus on environmental preservation.
ESG Excellence: Attracting Ethical Investors Worldwide
As global investors pivot towards ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance, Sustain a Bean™ stands as a model of transparency and impact. Its alignment with the United Nations Global Compact makes it a sought-after investment opportunity.
Community Impact That Reflects Global Missions
Sustain a Bean™’s impact includes:
✔️ Fair wages for 600+ cocoa farmers, echoing World Vision’s poverty alleviation goals.
✔️ Clean water facilities for rural communities, supporting UNICEF’s WASH agenda.
✔️ Scholarships for young girls, aligned with UNESCO’s vision for inclusive education.
“Each project we undertake is a step towards the UN’s vision of a sustainable world,” Daryanani emphasises.
A Future Rooted in Sustainable Innovation
Looking forward, Sustain a Bean™ aims to:
Expand its farmer network to 1,500 by 2026.
Launch its own line of ethically sourced chocolates, adhering to Fairtrade International guidelines.
Develop a Sustainability Training Hub for young entrepreneurs, in line with World Vision’s youth empowerment programs.
Mohan shares, “We see Ghana as a global leader in sustainable business, working alongside international organizations to create lasting change.”
Partner with Sustain a Bean™ and Support Global Sustainability Goals.
Join Sustain a Bean™ in building a sustainable future, aligned with the UN SDGs, UNESCO, UNICEF, and World Vision.
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