Our Partners & Networks
At the Rift-valley Initiative for Rural Advancement (RIRA), we believe that collaboration is the cornerstone of sustainable development. Our success is made possible through strong partnerships with a diverse range of organizations who share our commitment to empowering rural communities. We are proud to work alongside the following institutions to achieve our mission.
Funding & Implementing Partners
Our programs are made possible through the generous financial and technical support of our dedicated partners. Their contributions directly fund our grassroots initiatives and help us deliver impactful, lasting change.
- Protestant Agency Diakonie Development Services (PADDS)
- Afar Pastoralist Development Association (APDA)
- World Association of Christian Communication (WACC)
- Bread for The World (BftW)
- Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES)
- Istanbul International Brotherhoods and Solidarity (IBS)
- Turkish International Development Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA)
- Civil Society Support Programme (CSSP)
- U.S. Embassy Small Grants Program
Professional Networks & Associations
To ensure our work is coordinated, effective, and aligned with national development goals, we are active members of several key professional networks and forums. These associations allow us to share knowledge, learn from our peers, and advocate for the communities we serve.
- Poverty Action Network of Ethiopia (PANE)
- Consortium of Christian Relief and Development Association (CCRDA)
- Oromia Pastoralist Development Association
- Oromia NGOs Forum
We are immensely grateful for the trust and collaboration of all our partners. Together, we are building a more resilient and prosperous future for the Rift Valley.
