WHO WE ARE

Building pathways out of poverty for women, youth, & children

Rescue Initiative for Sustainable Development (RISD) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people most affected by inequality, especially women, youth, and children. Since 2017, we have partnered with communities and global organizations to deliver sustainable, people-centered solutions.

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Our Vision, Mission and Values

Our Vision

A society free from poverty, where everyone has equal opportunity to thrive.

Our Mission

To improve the lives of the poor and vulnerable especially women, youth, and children through inclusive, strategic, and gender-responsive approaches that create sustainable environments and livelihoods.

Our Values

  • Accountability • Transparency • Integrity
  • Honesty • Gender Inclusion • Resilience
  • Collaboration & Teamwork

Meet our team

The people behind Rescue Initiative for Sustainable Development—dedicated to building pathways out of poverty for women, youth, and children.

mrs shehu gar

Mrs Shedu Gar

Cofounder, CEO

Suleiman

Suleiman

Program Director

Kyla Obrien

Kyla Obrien

Community Lead

Adrian Dixon

Adrian Dixon

Operations

Freddy Busby

Freddy Busby

Partnerships

Dale Banks

Dale Banks

Finance

Miriam Middleton

Miriam Middleton

Communications

Ellen Walton

Ellen Walton

Advisory