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We Work in More Than 7k Communities To Strengthen equality

Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF) tirelessly champions equality, extending its impact across 7,000 communities across Nigeria. Through multifaceted initiatives, REF empowers marginalized individuals, advocating for their rights, and fostering inclusive growth. By working in diverse locales, REF endeavours to create a society where every voice is heard, disparities are diminished, and equal opportunities flourish.

no poverty

Lifting the underserved from poverty towards a thriving future.

best education

Offering holistic education for academic excellence.

clean water

Ensuring safe water, health, and community upliftment

good health

Empowering communities for comprehensive well-being.

nutrition

Combating malnutrition, empowering with education, balanced meals.

help is our main goal!

Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF) is dedicated to uplifting communities via education, healthcare, and sustainable efforts. Through empowerment, skill-building, and opportunity creation, REF aims for positive transformation, guiding individuals towards self-reliance for a brighter future.

...Touching Lives, Building Future!

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we've funded 12,503 charity projects for 25M people across Africa

EmpowerBridge Project: Empowering Women, Bridging Gaps for Sustainable Development

EmpowerBridge Project: Empowering Women, Bridging Gaps for Sustainable Development

The EmpowerBridge Project is an innovative initiative by the Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF) designed to empower women in underserved communities in Nigeria. Its overarching goal is to address the systemic barriers that hinder women’s full participation in the economy, thereby contributing to sustainable development at the local and national levels.…
Donor Roles in Promoting Safeguarding and the Path to Grant Approval for NGOs in Nigeria

Donor Roles in Promoting Safeguarding and the Path to Grant Approval for NGOs in Nigeria

Safeguarding is a crucial element in the global nonprofit sector, ensuring that organizations protect their beneficiaries from harm. Donors and funders play a significant role in promoting safeguarding implementation, especially in countries like Nigeria, where vulnerabilities exist due to economic challenges, social structures, and conflict zones. For organizations - particularly…
Escalating the Crisis of Men’s Wellness: Addressing Family Burdens and Prostate Cancer

Escalating the Crisis of Men’s Wellness: Addressing Family Burdens and Prostate Cancer

In the ongoing discourse surrounding gender equity, much of the attention is rightly focused on the rights and wellness of women and children. Yet, an alarming and under-reported issue is the growing health crisis faced by men, particularly fathers and husbands, whose unaddressed wellness burdens are taking a profound toll…