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Rural Support Programmes Network (RSPN) Vision: Realising people's potential for economic and social empowerment. Mission: Strengthen RSPs to foster institutions of the people. The Rural Support Programmes Network (RSPN) is the largest civil society network of Pakistan representing nine Rural Support Programmes (RSPs). It was established in the year 2000 and has been operational in Pakistan for more than two decades now. RSPN vision is 'realising people's potential for economic and social empowerment' while mission is to 'strengthen and support Rural Support Programmes to foster people's institution'. RSPN is registered under the Companies Act, 2017 and registered as a Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) under clause (36) of Section 2 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. RSPN has also been duly evaluated and certified as a non-profit organisation by Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy (PCP). As a part of standard operating procedures RSPN has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Economic Affairs Division for the implementation of foreign funded projects which is valid till April 2024. RSPN serves as a critical national-level strategic platform for the RSPs and provides capacity-building support to RSPs besides taking a lead in advocating policy advocacy and developing donor linkages. It is geographically well positioned to work with the government and donors at the national level while maintaining an edge through its vast countrywide outreach to rural communities through its partner RSPs. RSPN also serves as a one window operation for large scale donor funded projects. Management Structure The Board of Directors is responsible for setting strategic direction, reviews and approves RSPN's Business Plans and develops guiding policies for RSPN. The Board is a mix of representatives from public and private sector institutions, academia, industry and philanthropists. The Board comprises 23 Directors and 2 Advisors and includes the CEOs and Chairpersons of all member RSPs. Operationally, RSPN has a core office in Islamabad with project support/ management units. In addition, RSPN has field and project offices in selected locations. In partnership with member RSPs, RSPN implement programmes and projects in all provinces across Pakistan. The core office, led by the CEO and supported by the COO and sector specialists, provides technical and intellectual backstopping support to projects and member RSPs, besides ensuring quality standards to deliver projects and services, mobilising resources for expansion/coverage, donor liaison, knowledge sharing, and overall guidance and supervision of RSPN's programme. Community Outreach RSPN, through the Rural Support Programmes (RSPs), is operating in 152 districts working with over 8.68 million poor households (56 million people) that have been organised through a three-tiered social mobilisation approach (figure on right). At the first level (the neighbourhood), rural households are organised into Community Organisations (COs) consisting of members from 10-15 households. Most often, women and men have their own CBOs. CBOs commit to have monthly meetings, start a savings programme and choose trustworthy leaders who are then trained by the RSP. At the second tier, the COs are federated at the village level into Village Organisations (VOs), through their leaders. And, at the third tier, VOs federate at the union council level (lowest tier of government administrative structure) to form a Local Support Organisation (LSO) with representatives from all levels. To date, RSPN has organised almost 8.7 million rural households (58.5 million people) in the form of 535,211 COs, of which 53% are women's COs, 44,762 VOs, of which 76% are women VOs and a total of 2,471 LSOs, of which 45% are women LSOs. The social capital RSPN has developed is in partnership with its member RSPs and is a unique and incomparable resource. The membership of these community institutions is diverse i.e. inclusive of religious minorities, people with special needs, youth, poor and vulnerable populations. By engaging these community institutions, RSPN/RSPs have implemented many initiatives/programmes that have been 'contextualised' and tailored to local conditions, in areas of livelihood improvement, women's economic empowerment, micro enterprise development, family planning, Maternal Neonatal and Child Health (MNCH), Disaster Risk Reduction, agriculture and climate resilience, renewable energy, etc. An existing network of community institutions means that project start-up is quick, and implementation is effective due to RSPN's long-standing relationship with community institutions across the country. Partners in Development Since its inception in the year 2000, RSPN has implemented 127 projects and programmes worth USD 305 million. The long-term relationship with donors, partners and communities is a definitive indicator of RSPN's performance, transparency and accountability. RSPN has worked with a diverse array of donors including UN agencies, national and provincial governments, private foundations, and non-profit and non-governmental organizations including the World Bank, UK-FCDO, the European Union, Gates Foundation, USAID, CIDA, Coffey International, UNDP, UNHCR, UN Women, UNFPA, UNICEF, WFP, FAO, OSI, IFAD, Education cannot Wait (ECW), British Council, Asian Development Bank, ASI, PPAF, KfW, SDC and Provincial and Federal Governments. RSPN has a Grant Management Manual, approved by its Board. RSPN implements all projects in partnership with the RSPs by following the Grant Management Manual. Grants are managed, monitored, and evaluated programmatically and financially by the Programme Operations section of RSPN. A strong internal and external audit and compliance system exists to track grants, to ensure transparency and quality. RSPN's internal audit system is self-funded and all projects and regularly audited. Systems and Procedures RSPN relies on well-established management processes developed through RSPN's extensive engagement with various donors and public sector projects, apart from adhering to international standards. RSPN has Board approved policies and related manuals that are available on request. As a compliance protocol for contracts and agreements, renowned agencies and organisations such as PCP, UN Agencies, USAID and KPMG have reviewed and certified RSPN's systems of management and internal controls. RSPN Financial Management system RSPN has well established financial, procurement, internal audit, compliance and human resource management systems and internal control procedures documented in manuals approved by its Board of Directors. RSPN has fully functional internal audit and compliance systems. The Manager Internal Audit & Compliance (MIA&C) periodically audits all projects and visits relevant RSPs and other partners for financial reviews and audits of funds sub-granted to RSPN partners. MIA&C also conducts monthly compliance reviews in accordance with the grant agreements signed between RSPN and the partners. RSPN maintains financial and other records and prepares annual financial statements in accordance with the requirements of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) and the Companies Act, 2017. RSPN has deployed SAP-B1 for accounting and financial reporting purposes. SAP-B1 has the capability of maintaining project-wise accounts and producing project-wise ledgers, reports and asset listings. RSPN's financial statements are audited annually by an external auditor appointed by its members on the recommendation of the Board of Directors. RSPN's current external auditors are Grant Thorton Chartered Accountants, a top ranked international audit firms. RSPN has always remained fully compliant in the submission of various statements and records required to be submitted under the Companies Act 2017, Income Tax Ordinance 2001 and other applicable laws. Compliance with Donor Requirements RSPN has put in place a sound internal compliance system to ensure full compliance with donor requirements in the implementation of projects. As per RSPN policy, all project staff and relevant RSP core staff is given an orientation on each project and its compliance requirements before implementation begins in the field. RSPN develops a project specific Compliance Checklist which each Project Manager fills and submits once a month to RSPN's Manager Internal Audit and Compliance. Each Project's Finance Officer and RSPN's Manager Compliance undertake quarterly visits to partner RSPs and project districts to ensure compliance with the terms of the contract and review financial transactions, documentation, and processes. RSPN's Internal Auditor also makes two visits per year to each partner RSP to ensure that all processes comply with donor agreements. RSPN Monitoring and Evaluation System RSPN has a core Monitoring and Evaluation section to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of RSPN and partner RSPs programmes. RSPN's M&E section provides technical support to all projects and RSPN's core team. It is responsible for developing project-wise M&E plans as per donor requirements and tracking progress. The section also supports RSPs in developing their M&E capacities through regular meeting of an M&E Resource Group. RSPN's M&E section produces regular/useful knowledge products and shares these with member RSPs and external organisations to enrich learning and contribute to official policies and strategies. Digital, Electronic and Social Media Footprint RSPN has a strong presence on digital, electronic, print, and social media platforms. It produces useful knowledge products e.g. research studies, policy briefs, case studies, impact assessments, success stories, newsletters, video documentaries, infographics which are shared with stakeholders, development partners, government officials and policy makers. RSPN has an active presence on Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin.
Premiere Urgence Internationale envisions a world where crisis-affected people have the means to meet their vital needs and shape their own future. We see access to healthcare, food, water, education, protection and safe housing as fundamental human rights and essential to all aspects of community well-being. With 40 years of experience in the humanitarian and development aid sector, Premiere Urgence Internationale is an independent French NGO, operating in 25 countries worldwide. Recognized by our peers and partners as "the last mile NGO", we intervene in crisis settings, particularly in the hardest-to-reach areas, to support populations affected by the effects of natural disasters, war, epidemics or economic collapse. In 2023, we assisted 5 million children, women, and men across four continents, making our NGO a key humanitarian player: -Because our 3,000 field staff understand the complexity of situations and local cultures, -Because we work hand in hand with local, national, and regional authorities and actors, as well as with communities, from the needs assessment stage, -Because our deep, holistic and agile expertise draws on complementary areas of competence - health, food security, nutrition, infrastructure rehabilitation and construction, water access, hygiene and sanitation, economic recovery and access to livelihoods, education and protection - we are able to respond: 1)in emergencies, to treat and manage physical, mental, or material trauma, 2) and beyond the emergency phase, to address the longer-term effects of crises, prevent recurrence risks and restore the ability of vulnerable populations to act on the path to resilience and development.
Echo is a mobile library, educational hub and pop-up community space for refugees, displaced and vulnerable people in Athens and the surrounding area. Our aim is not only to provide books in mother tongue languages to those most isolated but to act as a source of information, a facilitator of language and music classes, and a space for conversation, play and support. We operate in refugee camps and community spaces in Athens and the surrounding Attica area, loaning books in Arabic, Farsi, Urdu, Kurmanji, English, Greek, German, French and Turkish, as well as providing language learning resources and attempting to respond to the specific needs of each space we visit. Our goal is to allow displaced and vulnerable groups to access the resources that many of us take for granted. To allow each person to gain some autonomy back through personal reading and learning decisions. We hope to support people on their own journey, to enable individuals to make their own decisions. We support self study through helping students access online university courses, providing Greek lessons and language learning materials, and suggesting learning apps and classes around Athens. Our ethos is that time is valuable and that each person who is stuck waiting, in a refugee camp, on the street, in a squat, should not allow their time to be devalued. We welcome men, women, children, old and young, and hope to support each person in every way we can, to show respect and solidarity while encouraging personal growth through education.
Our mission at Light of Nation Youth Projects (LNYP) is to create a thriving, inclusive, and empowered youth community by providing access to skills development, economic opportunities, health education, and social support. We are deeply committed to ensuring that young people, especially those from marginalized and disadvantaged backgrounds, have the resources and opportunities to break the cycle of poverty and achieve economic independence. Empowering Youth Through Skills Development We recognize that one of the biggest barriers young people face is the lack of marketable skills that enable them to secure employment or start their own businesses. Through our various training programs, we equip youth with practical, income-generating skills that prepare them for sustainable careers. Whether through vocational training, digital literacy, or entrepreneurship development, we ensure that each young person who engages with our programs leaves with valuable skills that can be applied in real-world scenarios. Our commitment extends to young people with disabilities, who often face additional barriers in accessing education and employment. Through initiatives like the Creativity Beyond Disability Project, we provide tailored skills training, mentorship, and business support, ensuring that no one is left behind. Driving Economic Growth Through Job Creation and Entrepreneurship We believe that empowering young people goes beyond training-it involves creating real opportunities for economic participation. Many of our programs focus on helping youth transition from skills acquisition to practical application, whether through job placements, business incubation, or market access support. We offer mentorship and guidance to young entrepreneurs, helping them develop sustainable business models, access funding opportunities, and navigate the challenges of running their own enterprises. By fostering a culture of entrepreneurship, we enable youth to create their own paths to financial independence rather than waiting for job opportunities that may never come. Additionally, our income-generating initiatives, such as merchandising and arts and crafts production, provide participants with hands-on experience in business operations. We aim to support young entrepreneurs in establishing their brands, connecting with customers, and scaling their businesses to generate sustainable income. Promoting Health Awareness and Gender Equality At LNYP, we understand that economic empowerment is closely linked to overall well-being. This is why we integrate health promotion and gender equality advocacy into our programs. Through our HIV/AIDS prevention initiatives, we educate youth on safe practices, access to healthcare services, and the importance of regular testing and treatment adherence. We also recognize the intersection between economic vulnerability and gender-based violence (GBV). Women and girls, especially those with disabilities, are often at higher risk of exploitation and abuse due to their financial dependence on caregivers or partners. Our programs aim to reduce these risks by empowering young women with economic independence, allowing them to make informed choices about their futures and reduce their vulnerability to abuse. By addressing these critical social issues, we are not only equipping youth with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed but also fostering a safer and more supportive environment in which they can thrive. Building a Stronger, More Inclusive Community We believe that sustainable change comes from within the community. This is why our programs are designed to be community-driven, with active participation from local leaders, businesses, and stakeholders. We work closely with community-based organizations, government agencies, and private sector partners to ensure that our initiatives are aligned with broader development goals and have a lasting impact. Our commitment to inclusion means that we actively create spaces where all young people, regardless of their backgrounds or abilities, feel valued and supported. We advocate for accessibility, equal opportunities, and policies that promote social and economic inclusion for all. Our Long-Term Vision Our goal is to create a future where every young person has the skills, confidence, and support to succeed. Over the next five years, we aim to: -Train over 2,500 youth in practical, income-generating skills. -Increase employment rates among youth with disabilities by 40%. -Support the sale of 1,500+ handmade products annually to help young entrepreneurs generate income. -Reduce gender-based violence vulnerability by empowering young women with financial independence. -Establish sustainable community hubs where youth can access continuous training, mentorship, and business support. Through these efforts, we are not just providing temporary solutions-we are laying the foundation for a future where young people are the driving force behind their own success and the development of their communities. At Light of Nation Youth Projects, we believe that empowering youth is the key to transforming communities. Together, we can build a future where every young person has the opportunity to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to society.
1.0 MISSION AND VISION 1.1 MISSION To alleviate poverty, reverse rural urban migration and promote self-reliance among the people. 1.2 VISSION Ensuring partnership of rural communities with the urban cities to reverse rural urban drift; by organizing income generation activities, community infrastructional development and community mobilization concept. 1.2 GOAL To promote environment promote and livelihood development for the relief of socio-economic problems and mismanagement of resources with the focus on women and children. 2.0 ORGANISATIONAL PROFILE 2.1 BRIEF HISTORY Rural Urban Partnership for Africa (RUPFA) is a Non-Governmental Organization in Africa headquartered in Accra, Ghana. It main aim is to fight poverty in our society especially at the rural communities and to be sure that well-being is for all. RUPFA Headquarter started in 2009 and took effect from 2010 with a management staff of four (4) and increased to twenty six (26) with volunteers at present, including ten (10) regional coordinators. Nos in the World, more than 360 management staff, volunteers, regional coordinators and others. We depend on individuals, business entities, corporate bodies, government, foundations, international donors, etc. For our work. We also operate in some countries : Malawi, Netherland, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Benin, Burkina Faso, Liberia, Tanzania, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. Our major areas of operations are : 1) Community Development 2) WASH 3) Education 4) Food security 5) Climate change mitigation/Environmental Protection 6) Mission and Outreaches 7) Centre for Policy Integration and Resource Management (CPIRM) 8) General Health (nutrition, mental health, reproductive health, etc. 9) Shelters 10) General protection (child, GBV, PSEA, ...) RUPFA is registered with the number G-28, 582 of Registrar General of Ghana on 26th June 2009 under Companies Codes, 1963(Act 179) and the new number is CG172072015 of July 27, 2015 as well as our donars and/or as a member of World Association of Non-Governmental Organization-WANGO (USA), Institute of Cultural Diplomacy-ICD (Berlin, Germany) and World Water Council/Forum (Paris, France), Action Solidarite pour le Developpement Humain (ASODH France), Japan Water Forum (JWF), Global Cluster Protection, Human Rights Team (UNHCR as lead), UN Agencies with some of their clusters and work groups, Sun24 USA and more since 2012. It is particularly concerned with women, children, youths and the grassroots communities. The organization over the past Nine (12) years have been embarking on community development, climate change actions, WASH (water supply), Human Rights, educational and sensitization campaigns in communities, institutions and social groups throughout the ten (10) regions of Ghana, Malawi, DRC, Nigeria, etc. We have been organizing campaigns on Protection of Forest and Biodiversity, Protection of Rivers and Water Bodies, Climate Change Education and Bush fires, Desertification and Drought related issues to the general public, Agricultural, GBV and PSEA activities that we are currently working on the report. However, a paper presentation was made on an international platform on March 10th, 2013 at an economic congress put together by Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD) in Berlin (Germany) and another presentation at International City and Civil Society Organisation at Istanbul (Turkey). Planted economic trees in some second cycle schools in the Greater Accra, Eastern, Northern and Volta Regions and have constructed community pipe stands in the North Tongu District to prevent people from drinking polluted water that is being shared with the livestock in the area and also developed small skill enterprise and income generation activities with small loans of GHc200.00-GHc1,500.00 covering over 200 people with women being 95%. Again we have been observing United Nations World Environment Day, World Water Day and World Forest Day on our own platform. We also engage Forestry Commission (FC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in our campaigns such as Protection of Forest and Biodiversity/Climate Change, Protection of Rivers and Water Bodies across the country. We have involved the Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies on different projects including Environmental Sanitation. We have strategically involved the youth in our environment protection through the establishment of RUPFA GREEN CLUBS (RGC) in Senior High Schools (SHS) and RUPFA GREEN FORUM (RGF) in the Universities. We have being partnering with Ministry of Food and Agriculture on projects on Agribusiness and Farming and also Electoral Commission on a project dubbed: The role of the Youth in Ensuring Peace before, during and after Elections, all towards our Good Governance and Human Right Campaign. As of today, RUPFA has been able to form partnership with various institutions and traditional rulers in its operations. RUPFA has regional coordinators across the nation and beyond. Today, RUPFA is working under those countries listed below and the headquarter is in Accra/Ghana.
DAC's Mission is to: protect children that have been abused and abandoned by their family; provide quality education to the needy, and take care of poor elderly women. Our Foundation has built and supports: Hogar San Jose: 35 girls between 4 and 17 live permanently at the home. They have been taken away from their families by a judge because they were victims of sexual abuse, abandonment of violence. We are their "Home away from home". A team of 20 care takers, 2 psychologists , 1 social worker, and 1 teacher assists them every day. More than 30 volunteers help them in their daily choresand with their school work and transportation. We all aim to help them recover their self esteem Hogar Santa Ana: 51 elderly ladies, mostly without family, live in our home. They each have a private bedroom, there is one bathroom every 4 bedrooms, and we provide them with breakfast, lunch and dinner. They only pay a symbolic amount. They can get involved in any of the workshops that take place at the home, such as choir, history, literature etc. Our Schools: We have 6 schools with more that 2400 pupils that can have access to bilingual quality education, with extended care so that the parents can drop them off prior to going to work and pick them up when they finish. We feed them, and educate them, completing the official curricula as well as 2nd language (english), sports, computer science. Two of the schools have an integration program and 20 % of their students are special needs students.
Mission Brake the violence chain generating life opportunities. Vision Replicate the model family project throughout Mexico to meet the high demand OBJECTIVES Puerta Abierta knows that the most important legacy that these children can receive is love from the carers of the institution within this new family and the opportunity for a quality education. This project will allow them to build a world full of opportunities and achievements. Love -Form a loving family so they can build the bonds that will protect and accompany their lives. -Give them the protection and security they require for their healthy development through respect and affection. -To provide moral and spiritual guidance that enables them to grow in love and respect themselves and those around them. -Teaching is always by example it is never allowed aggressions that will hurt again. 2.-Quality Education - Due to their primary upbringing all girls have academic performance lags, this is the reason to support them in schools where these problems are addressed individually and with better resources. -Offer the academic opportunity that any child deserves, as this will give them the tools to become self-sufficient and independent so they wont allow aggressions anymore. -Develop their skills and strengths by providing the tools they require to achieve it. -Academic tuition and support with learning disabilities when needed. -Support to learn English and computers as they are key tools for vocational training to achieve their dreams. -Enrollment in extracurricular activities to give them tools that are useful to face the world as adults. Life Project The girls and young women, will remain at home until they decide to form their own family or choose to start their independent life, this is called a life project where there is no release date. He will support the individual decision of each girl to choose their career or profession, with commitment and effort in achieving their goal.
Sport dans la Ville is the leading professional integration organization through sports in France. The aim of the Sport dans la Ville program is to provide a springboard for Young people by offering support, education, guidance and help to enter the world of work. The aim of all the programs created by Sport dans la Ville in its 40 sports centers is to promote the social and professional integration of 6,500 kids living in priority neighborhoods. Through its initiatives, Sport dans la Ville aims to ensure equal opportunities in neighborhoods, and encourage the personal development of each young person by sharing key life values: fulfillment, work, commitment, respect, excelling oneself, entrepreneurial spirit, confidence, open-mindedness. From the age of six, Sport dans la Ville offers sports and discovery programs that, over time, address the individual behavior of each and every young person enrolled in the program. The importance of being diligent (punctuality and regular attendance) and good behavior (courtesy, personal commitment, respect for others, rules and commitments) on the sports ground and on residential vacations are key to developing an entrepreneurial spirit, and the process of social and professional integration that the Sport dans la Ville initiative wishes to offer each and every young person. Based on work in the field, Sport dans la Ville created four programs to better support each young person in terms of integration and securing employment: Apprenti'Bus - Reading and writing workshops L dans la Ville - Support for young women Job dans la Ville - Careers guidance and Professional integration for kids aged 14 and over Entrepreneurs dans la Ville - Business creation support
TOUCHLIVES ALBERT FOUNDATION, based in Portharcourt, Rivers state, Nigeria, West Africa. Is a duly registered nonprofit, non political, and non governmental organization, with Corporate Affairs Commission CAC/IT/REG NO: 7149127, in accordance with the laws of the federal republic of Nigeria. That Carter's to the welfare and wellbeing of the orphans, vulnerable and lesspriviled children (OVC) in our communities in Nigeria. For the past few years, we have been working with good spirited and compassionate philanthropic partners to support the children (OVC) by sponsoring them with: Free Education, Quality Healthcare services, Shelter, Clean water and Sanitation, Provisions of Food and Clothing. We also render assistance to the vulnerable men/women, the windows and young people (Youths), graduates and non graduates, with unemployment through our community outreach programs, where we engage, encourage and train them in various skills acquisition. And also give them monetary empowerment in order for them to become self sufficient and employers of labour to take care of their needs and that of their families, and also contribute to the development of their communities and the world. Aims and Objectives To provide neccessary assistance to Orphans and Widows. Assistance to young people through advancement of education and employment skills development, with particular emphasis on children from deprived backgrounds. To provide and ensure easy access to healthcare to lessprivilage in the society. To empower and support the lessprivilage. Our Mission Is to help eradicate: Hunger, Illiteracy, and Unemployment in our communities and the world. Our Vision To raise Godly, healthy, and academic genius children that will make impact in the society. Our Core Values Integrity. Accountability. Teamwork. Community. Empowerment. Sustainability. Compassion. Motto Making impacts for a better future.
MEDRIX works to save lives and improve the quality of life of disadvantaged people in Vietnam by providing Medical, Educational and Development Resources through International eXchange. In 2000, MEDRIX became an official non-profit organization in Washington State and in 2002 MEDRIX received official Non-Government Organization licensure to operate in Vietnam. Prior to this, co-founder and Executive Director LaRelle Catherman was invited to conduct research alongside Vietnamese physicians on home treatment for diarrhea in Hue, Vietnam. It became evident that most children suffered from diarrhea due to lack of safe water. Co-founder of MEDRIX, meteorologist, and businessman Robert Catherman undertook the task of finding a method of providing safe, drinkable water. He, along with many MEDRIX volunteers, began to work with provincial leaders to develop an affordable and sustainable water treatment system. MEDRIX began to grow as a result of these initial project ideas and new programs were put into place to address the greater healthcare, nutrition, and hygiene needs of under-served rural villages. MEDRIX accomplishes its goal of saving lives and improving the quality of life in Vietnam through the following endeavors: -Health and hygiene education for children in hand washing, oral care, and nutrition. -Providing education for women in nutrition, food preparation, food safety, along with health and hygiene during pregnancy. -Autism education training for health workers and community education efforts to ease the burden of autism in children. -Life-saving heart surgeries for disadvantaged children and young adults. -Pediatric education workshops in World Health Organization approved curricula for health workers in rural Vietnam. -Nursing education workshops for professional nurses at National Pediatric Hospital and Hue Central Hospital. -GIS mapping workshops to teach Vietnamese healthcare workers how to gather pertinent health information for epidemiological tracking purposes.
Created in September 2010 and approved under Receipt No. N000001540601 of February 14, 2023 and IFU registration number: 00200478G, EducommuniK is a youth serving organization under Burkinabe law, based in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. The main mission of EducommuniK is to promote media and information literacy (MIL) as a strategy to effectively engage citizens, particularly young people, in a process of positive social change. Clearly, EducommuniK develops innovative initiatives aimed at strengthening knowledge and skills likely to help individuals, particularly young people, to: develop their critical thinking regarding the information they receive on a daily basis via different sources; know how to use with discernment all the means of information and communication available to them. Through MIL, EducommuniK intervenes in various areas such as: the fight against radicalization and violent extremism; the fight against violence against women and girls; the fight against disinformation and hate speech; the promotion of positive citizen participation, participatory and inclusive local governance and social cohesion as well as peace and security ; promotion of the sexual and reproductive health of adolescents and young people; monitoring and analysis of digital social media. EducommuniK is headquartered in Ouagadougou in Burkina Faso with national chapters in several countries including Niger, Mali and Ivory Coast. Our targets are young people up to 35 years old in urban and rural areas. As Activities, we : o develop curricula on MIL; o train young trainers in MIL and other related topics ; o organize workshops for young people on MIL and digital competencies; o develop MOOC on MIL and disinformation; o implement digital campaigns for social change and advocacy; o hold online and offline discussions; o monitor social media content through our Citizen Observatory of social media.
MISSION: Our mission is to support livelihood challenged communities to sustainably improve their standard of living through community empowerment approaches for human development in partnership with stakeholders. VISION To have a country where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive and owns his or her future life regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, race, religion or location. OBJECTIVES AND MANDATE The objectives of TSLF as stipulated in the organization's constitution are; - 1. Promotion of access to basic social Services such as Quality Education, Health care, infrastructure, Water and Sanitation. 2. Advocate for Women, youth, Girls, People Living with HIV/AIDS, People with Disability and Children's rights. 3. Raising awareness on Environmental Conservation, Protection and Rehabilitation. 4. Empower the Community embrace development initiative and economically. 5. Improving agriculture by promoting sustainable farming systems which are environmentally sound, economically viable and socially acceptable, which will improve agricultural productivity and market opportunities for small holder farmers and promote sustainable agriculture, control over land and other natural resources. CORE VALUES Our Core Values Commitment describes who we are, what we do, and how we do it. It reflects our Core Values of Equity, Respect, Integrity, collaboration, Innovation, Teamwork, and Commitment; - Equity: Everyone deserves equal economic, political and social rights and opportunities. Respect: We respect the rights and dignity of every human being and community irrespective of their social standing. Integrity: We uphold transparency, accountability and efficiency in dealing with others and within. Collaboration: We work with others in a dedicated manner towards the achievement of common goals. Innovation: We build a reflection and learning culture as we strive to evolve and share best practice. Teamwork: we value working together for positive change. Commitment: We are committed to performing tasks accurately and in timely manner.