Who we are

Rural Agency for Community Development and Assistance (RACIDA) is a National non-profit organisation founded in 2001 as community-based organization (CBO). It was later registered as a non- governmental organization (NGO) in 2005 with its headquarters in Nairobi,Kenya.

The agency has operations in northern Kenya( Mandera town, Rhamu town, and Wajir town), Ethiopia (Liban zone,Addis Ababa, Filtu,Dire Dawa and Dollo-Ado) and Gedo region of Somalia.

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 MISSION

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.

CORE VALUES

RESPECT
SOLIDARITYTRANSPARENCY
ACCOUNTABILITY
PROFESSIONALISM
TEAM WORK

Strategic Goals

RACIDA currently implements projects across the Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia under six core programs guided by our three strategic goals: Providing Humanitarian Assistance, Building Resilience, and Promoting Peace and Security.

Providing Humanitarian Assistance

1. Provide reliable and timely responses to emergencies

2. Improve coordination with relevant stakeholders (partners and communities)

Building Resilience

1.Increase food security and promote better livelihood systems

2.Improve access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene services

3.Reduce barriers to access to education

4.Prevent malnutrition among the most vulnerable groups

5.Promote sustainable use of natural resources

Promoting Peace And Security

1.Empower local actors in peace and governance

2.Improve conflict prevention and management
mechanisms for local communities

3.Prevent violence against women and girls (VAWG)

4.Counter violent extremism.