Empowerment and Integration for Sustainable Development
Our Impact
With a commitment to sustainable development, Raising Gabdho Foundation (RGF) has implemented numerous projects aimed at improving livelihoods, strengthening economic resilience, providing vocational training, and creating job opportunities. Our efforts have directly benefited over 1000 individuals, fostering sustainable and inclusive economic growth. Additionally, RGF’s refugee support and integration programs have transformed the lives of thousands of refugees, contributing to inclusive communities where they can thrive and contribute positively to society.
Our Approach
RGF's approach to development integrates the principles of a sustainable economy, including the circular economy, orange economy, green jobs, and social entrepreneurship. We recognize that true economic growth must consider environmental, social, and cultural contexts to positively impact people's lives. Our holistic approach ensures that development not only generates income but also empowers individuals to take on leadership roles, stimulates creativity, and enhances relational skills. By aligning economic growth with these factors, we create a more inclusive and sustainable system.
Key Activities
- Economic Strengthening and Sustainable Development: We support livelihood and economic strengthening projects that empower individuals and communities, promoting social entrepreneurship, green jobs, and the development of SMEs. Our initiatives respect and enhance the unique characteristics of each territory using evidence-based approaches.
- Integrated Support Systems and Partnerships: We create comprehensive support systems that include vocational and apprenticeship training, job market insertion, business creation and expansion coaching, and the promotion of savings and loans groups. Collaboration with a wide range of partners ensures the sustainability and ownership of our projects by local communities.
- Empowerment through Livelihoods for Refugees: We provide vocational training and economic opportunities to refugees, helping them to develop skills and create sustainable livelihoods. This includes training in various trades, support for entrepreneurship, and access to financial services.
- Essential Services and Support for Refugees: RGF ensures that refugees have access to critical services such as education, healthcare, and psychosocial support. We work closely with local authorities and international organizations to address their specific needs.
- Social Inclusion and Community Building for Refugees: Our programs promote social cohesion by facilitating interactions between refugees and host communities through engagement activities, cultural exchange programs, and awareness campaigns.
- Advocacy and Rights Protection for Refugees: We advocate for the rights of refugees at local, national, and international levels, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure their voices are heard and their rights upheld.
- Vocational Training and Job Creation in Climate Action: We design and implement tailored vocational training programs that respond to the needs of the job market, focusing on climate action and sustainable vocations. Our job creation projects provide diverse opportunities for employment in both urban and rural areas, enhancing skills and employability while promoting environmental sustainability.
- Vocational Training and Job Creation in Climate Action: We design and implement tailored vocational training programs that respond to the needs of the job market, focusing on climate action and sustainable vocations. Our job creation projects provide diverse opportunities for employment in both urban and rural areas, enhancing skills and employability while promoting environmental sustainability.
We are a local community that unites local entrepreneurs and artisans with neighborhood markets and opportunities. By connecting skilled individuals with relevant job opportunities, we foster economic growth and support sustainable development. Join us in empowering communities and building a greener future, one job at a time.
Our Philosophy
At the core of RGF's philosophy is the belief that every individual has inherent dignity and potential. Our projects are designed to empower individuals, starting from their existing skills and enhancing them through targeted training and coaching in life, vocational, and business skills. RGF’s multi-sectoral approach ensures that our interventions are responsive to job market needs while increasing talents and abilities. We use a tailored graduation approach to provide customized support, enabling individuals to achieve self-sufficiency and sustainable livelihoods. By creating flexible and customized pathways, RGF considers the diverse needs, skills, and aspirations of individuals, fostering economic development that values people and restores the significance of work.
Supporting the SDGs
Our work aligns with multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth: We create job opportunities and strengthen economic resilience through vocational training and entrepreneurship.
- SDG 1: No Poverty: We empower individuals and communities to achieve economic self-sufficiency and sustainable livelihoods.
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequality: We focus on marginalized groups, promoting inclusive and equitable economic growth.
- SDG 4: Quality Education: Our educational initiatives ensure that refugee children and adults have access to quality education and lifelong learning opportunities.
- SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions: We support the protection of refugee rights and advocate for their inclusion in local and national policies.
Conclusion
Through our comprehensive and multi-faceted approach, Raising Gabdho Foundation is dedicated to creating supportive environments where individuals, including refugees, can rebuild their lives and contribute to the resilience and growth of their communities. Our commitment to sustainable development, human dignity, and economic empowerment drives us to continually innovate and expand our impact.
