Who We Are
About Us
We Are On A Mission To Build the capacity of Agro-pastoralist communities.
Since its founding in 2001, RACIDA has worked to build the capacity of Agro- pastoralist communities living in Arid and Semi-Arid lands across the Horn of Africa in preventing and mitigating the impact of hazards of communities at risk. Anchored by a Community Managed Disaster Risk Reduction (CMDRR) approach, and guided by our belief that the communities we work with should be at the centre of their own development trajectory, we implement practical programmes that enable (Agro)-pastoral development, empowerment and wellbeing.
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What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.
Jane Goodall
Our Vision
We envision Communities in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands in the Horn of Africa having secured livelihoods and sustainably managing their natural resources.
Our Vision
To enhance self reliance and prosperity amongst vulnerable pastoralist communities living in Arid and Semi Arid Lands through promotion of better livelihood systems, sustainable use of natural resources and community empowerment.
HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE
Provide reliable and timely responses to emergencies. Improve coordination with relevant stakeholders (partners and communities)
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Increase food security and promote better livelihood systems. Improve access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene services. Reduce barriers to access to education.
HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE
Empower local actors in peace and governance. Improve conflict prevention and management mechanisms for local communities. Prevent violence against women and girls (VAWG).
OUR VALUES
What we believe in:
- Transparency and accountability
- Solidarity with poor and marginalized communities
- Exhibition of highest level of professionalism
- Respect for authority (state laws, organizational constitution, policies, etc.) Respect for life, human dignity and each other
- Team work and voluntarism.
Our Strategy
RACIDA currently implements projects across the Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia, and South Sudan under six core programs guided by our three strategic goals: Providing Humanitarian Assistance, Building Resilience, and Promoting Peace and Security.