About us
A Congolese non-profit association founded in Beni on 20 June 2024: RFAD's vision, mission, values and governance.
RFAD (Women's Network for Aid and Development) is a Congolese non-profit association, non-political and non-denominational, dedicated to humanitarian action and development. It was founded in Beni, North Kivu, on 20 June 2024.
Communities are at the centre of everything we do: humanitarian aid, protection of vulnerable people, community development, education, food security, health, peacebuilding and socio-economic empowerment.
Why we exist
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Vision
An inclusive society in which women, children and men fully enjoy their rights, are protected, self-reliant and actively contribute to community well-being and sustainable development.
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Mission
Enabling communities, especially women and girls, to move from aid to sustainable development through health, education, protection, food security, peacebuilding and empowerment.
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Purpose
Promoting a fairer, more inclusive and resilient society by reducing inequalities, protecting human rights, fighting poverty and advancing sustainable development.
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Motto
Solidarity · Equity · Human dignity · Accountability.
Our guiding principles
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Humanity
People's lives, dignity, safety and well-being at the heart of our action.
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Neutrality
No political, ethnic, religious or ideological influence on operational decisions.
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Impartiality
Transparent targeting based solely on vulnerability and actual needs.
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Independence
Institutional and operational autonomy preserved in all partnerships.
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Accountability
Transparency, complaints handling and feedback to communities and donors.
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Inclusion and equity
Full participation of women, children, youth, persons with disabilities, displaced people and refugees.
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Zero tolerance (PSEAH)
Zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
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Do no harm
Conflict sensitivity and prevention of unintended negative effects.
Our governance
The bodies established by our statutes.
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General Assembly
Supreme body
Brings members together, adopts policy directions, approves accounts and elects the governing bodies.
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Board of Directors
Direction and oversight
Chaired by the President, it sets strategic directions and oversees the Executive Directorate.
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Audit Committee
Independent oversight
Reviews operations and compliance, and reports to the Board and the General Assembly.
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Executive Directorate
Day-to-day management
Leads programme delivery and the management of staff and resources.