Participatory Group Empowerment for Sustainable Livelihoods.
Sustainable Agricultural Practices for livelihoods and biodiversity conservation.
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Who we are
Farmers Development Union (FADU), an NGO established in 1989 is a grassroots community development and rural microfinance membership organization.
FADU key program focus is socio-economic development of its affiliate members using the components of:
- Capacity Building.
- Livelihoods.
- Microcredit Services
- Sustainable Farming
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What we do
Capacity Building
Training and support to individuals and groups in rural and sub-urban communities to develop skills and knowledge in areas such as entrepreneurship, leadership, financial management, project management, group management etc.
Livelihoods
Works to strengthen and diversify livelihood opportunities for vulnerable individuals/communities by promoting sustainable income generating activity through vocational training, micro-enterprise development and access to credit.
Microcredit Services:
Builds the FADU Community Associations (FCAs) as strong financial institutions capable of providing a wide range of financial services to support their group members to access capital for their small businesses and other income-generating activities.
Sustainable farming practices
To ensure food security, we promote sustainable farming practices that conserve natural resources, increase productivity and improve the resilience of small-holder farmers to climate change. We promote Agro-forestry in tree crop farming and organic farming practices.
Value Chain Development
FADU supports small-scale farmers and businesses to access markets and increase their income through value chain development, which includes improving product quality (processing), packaging and marketing in commodities such as cocoa, cashew, oil-palm, cassava, soybeans etc.
Nutrition
We promote healthy eating habits and supports communities to access nutritious foods through development of community gardens, nutrition education, and advocacy for policies that support food security and nutrition.
Health Advocacy
FADU advocates for improved health outcomes in communities through the promotion of good health practices, access to health care, and advocacy for policies that support health and well being.
Gender Equality
We are committed to advancing gender equity by empowering women and girls through education, training, leadership development, and advocacy for their rights and equal opportunities.
Values
Inclusivity
Promoting inclusivity acrosee diverse demographics, including individals of all genders, age groups, and vulnerable populations, in engaging and advantageous initiatives.
Participation
Encouraging active engagement and involvement of all team members in decision-making processes, projects, and initiatives to harness collective intelligence and creativity.
Transparency
Commitment to open communication, honesty, and clarity in all aspects of business operations, promoting trust team members and stakeholders.
Accountability
Upholding a culture of responsibility and ownership, where each team members is committed to delivering results and being answerable for their actions.
Collaboration
Emphasizing the value of teamwork and cross-functional cooperation to achieve synergy and maximize the collective potential of the entire workforce.
Sustainability
Integrating sustainable practices into business operations to contribute positively to the enviornment and society, aligning with long-term ecological and social responsibility goals.