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The Rural Agricultural Transformation and Empowerment Initiative (RATEI) was established in 2014 and formally registered in 2018 as a response to the growing challenges affecting rural communities in Nigeria.
As a women-led and IDP-driven organization, RATEI was founded with a deep understanding of displacement, vulnerability, and the urgent need for sustainable recovery solutions. Our work focuses on transforming lives through inclusive agriculture, livelihood support, peacebuilding, and social protection.
We believe that every community deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their circumstances.
We envision rural communities in Africa working together for peace, protected environment and sustainable agriculture led by women and youth
Our mission is to empower rural communities focusing on IDP, Women and youth through collaborative effort that promote social harmony, ecological protection and Agricultural sustainability.
To promote peaceful, inclusive and resilient rural communities by empowering women, youth and persons with disabilities, particularly among the Internally Displaced and conflict affected population  Â
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Join RATEI today and be part of the movement transforming rural livelihoods, support farmers, empower communities, and help build a food-secure future for all.
EXecutive Director
Rural Agricultural Transformation and Empowerment Initiative (RATEI) is where dreams are nurtured, farmers are empowered, and rural communities are transformed into thriving hubs of prosperity and sustainable growth.
