PRIDE-Initiative is a neutral, non-discriminatory, impartial Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) focused on alleviating human suffering by providing equal access to basic rights. We are dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals, including women, men, children, and youth affected by conflict or natural disasters, with no political, racial, or religious bias. Through solution-driven initiatives, we promote and capacity development for sustainable progress. Our efforts have led to significant behavioral change, especially in the north-east humanitarian crises, and we envision a Nigerian society where all individuals have the freedom to access information, socio-economic opportunities, and support for their personal well-being.

MISSION

To enhance the quality of life for vulnerable populations in Nigeria through comprehensive social protection programs, promoting sustainable development, and fostering resilience within communities.

VISION

Promoting self-dependence and self-reliance through the restoration of dignity and harmony in the lives of those experiencing humanitarian crisis, displacement, and poverty

AIM AND OBJECTIVES

• To provide direct humanitarian assistance to the affected population
• Advocate for the rights of individuals affected by humanitarian
• To promote the resilience of the affected persons through capacity development and empowerment
• Maintain close links through partnerships and collaboration with organizations and Professionals with similar interests

CORE VALUES:

• Diversity: We believe that by embracing differences, actively including a variety of voices, and joining together, we can solve the world’s most complex
• Integrity: we are accountable to the people and partners we humbly serve, transparently sharing our results, stories, and lessons.

• Responsiveness: as it always has been, PRIDE’s will endeavor to remain sensitive and flexible to the changing needs of its diverse target group and stakeholders and will adjust itself to facilitate achieving its objective within mutually acceptable frameworks.
• Equality: We believe in the equal value of every human being and the importance of respecting and honoring everyone; we know that change happens through
• Compassion: PRIDE has remained sympathetic to the plight and suffering of others, and compassion will remain a driving force for
• Teamwork: the organization will strive and continue to cultivate the virtues of teamwork by creating a climate of trust, discipline, and respect among its employees and partners, which will remain the cornerstone and foundation for collective responsibility and the achievement of its

In holding these values to the desired direction, PRIDE will be guided within the general principle of equity, access, constructive community participation, and respect for human rights and gender considerations.

VALUES AND PRINCIPLES:

PRIDE encourages the following values to be practiced both at the individual and organizational levels.

• Solidarity
• Empowerment
• Transparency
• Gender equality
• Accountability
• Participation