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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.

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How REF Is Telling Impact Stories From Nigeria’s Underserved Communities – And Why You Should, Too

How REF Is Telling Impact Stories From Nigeria’s Underserved Communities – And Why You Should, Too

By Vitus Ejiogu, Co-Founder, Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF) I still remember the skepticism the first time we told someone we were producing community documentaries on mobile phones. “Who’s going to watch them?” “That’s not real reporting,” they said. But what we’ve seen since then - especially in the hard-to-reach places…
Empowering Communities Through Digital Literacy: REF’s Fight Against Misinformation and Online Insecurity in Nigeria

Empowering Communities Through Digital Literacy: REF’s Fight Against Misinformation and Online Insecurity in Nigeria

In an age of growing misinformation, cyber risks, and digital exclusion, the Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF) has been at the forefront of promoting digital safety, especially among vulnerable communities in Nigeria. Since 2020, REF has launched a series of grassroots digital literacy workshops designed to combat fake news, promote responsible…
Consortium of Civil Society Organizations in Nigeria Commends Federal Government’s $1 Billion Commitment to Tackle Child and Maternal Mortality – Calls for Transparency and Accountability in Implementation

Consortium of Civil Society Organizations in Nigeria Commends Federal Government’s $1 Billion Commitment to Tackle Child and Maternal Mortality – Calls for Transparency and Accountability in Implementation

For Immediate Release Monday, March 17, 2025 Abuja, Nigeria A consortium of more than 100 civil society organizations in Nigeria warmly welcomes the federal government’s approval of a $1 billion fund to address the urgent challenge of child and maternal mortality across Nigeria’s 36 states. This landmark decision, announced by…