By Kyana Burgess | Communications and Outreach Manager
As sanctions and border closures continue to limit supplies and drive up costs, many Nigeriens are left in ever greater need of support and access to essential resources.
RAIN continues to combat food insecurity through sustainable, community-led food and water systems. These systems are about more than surviving crisis moments - they’re about supporting communities to be more resilient for the long haul.
Families shouldn’t have to choose between having enough to eat or meeting other critical needs. Our Women's Community Gardens project supports women and their families in making the decisions that are right for them.
Our team has witnessed how women can empower themselves when armed with agricultural training programs and access to essential resources that help build a more resilient future. From launching the first women’s urban-rural network in Agadez that brings women together in the regional urban markets to a record-breaking harvest of over 3,000+ kg of produce (a 20% higher yield than anticipated!) 2023 has been a year full of successes and challenges.
Hear the Enmikras Women’s Group share about the impact of RAIN’s support:
“Everywhere in our village and the neighboring villages we speak of the positive things you have brought. The entire community is delighted, and we are all ready to do whatever it takes to conserve and maintain these gains. We will never forget all the good that you have done for the future of our children, for our women’s group, and for the entire village and community.”
In 2024, RAIN Field Agents will continue to support community members in transitioning to leadership roles and expand training curriculum to include essential entrepreneurship and agribusiness methods to participants as they continue to build more resilient livelihoods. These resources help to bolster the skills and confidence of community members implementing sustainable agricultural practices and empower them to better contribute to their local economies.
Our in-country leadership team is ready to meet this critical moment. With our 2+ decades of experience, 100% local Nigerien team, and deep community trust, we plan to forge ahead towards a brighter future with our partner communities.
Your support helps rural and nomadic Nigeriens to build stronger, more resilient futures. Please consider sharing this project with friends and family and asking them to match your gift and double your impact!
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