R.A.R.E (Rape, Abuse & Rejection Empowerment Initiative) is a registered nonprofit organization working to address sexual violence, abuse, and trauma through survivor-centered, trauma-informed interventions in Nigeria. We recognize that sustainable solutions require cross-border collaboration and shared responsibility.
We invite international donors, development partners, and global institutions to partner with us in advancing survivor protection, healing, and empowerment in underserved communities.
Why Partner With R.A.R.E
International partnerships with R.A.R.E support locally driven, culturally responsive interventions grounded in ethical practice and accountability. Our work combines grassroots engagement with structured program delivery to ensure relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability.
By partnering with R.A.R.E, donors and institutions can:
Support survivor-centered and trauma-informed programming
Strengthen access to mental health and legal awareness services
Contribute to prevention-focused awareness and education initiatives
Invest in long-term survivor empowerment and resilience
Support community-based solutions aligned with international human rights standards
Partnership Model
R.A.R.E offers flexible partnership models that align with donor priorities, including program funding, technical assistance, joint initiatives, research collaborations, and advocacy support. All partnerships operate within Nigeria’s regulatory framework, supported by strong governance, financial accountability, ethical safeguarding, and strict confidentiality standards.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) are built into every program, ensuring transparent reporting, measurable outcomes, and continuous improvement. Safeguarding remains central to our work, with all partners required to uphold survivor safety, dignity, and informed consent.
International donors and development partners are invited to connect with us to explore collaboration opportunities. Detailed organizational profiles, partnership briefs, and compliance documents are available upon request.
Together, we can strengthen survivor support systems, advance prevention, and promote long-term healing and empowerment.
Programmatic Focus Areas
R.A.R.E’s programmatic focus areas include prevention and awareness campaigns, trauma-informed mental health support, survivor-friendly legal guidance, and empowerment initiatives that promote economic resilience and long-term recovery. We also engage communities and youth through targeted outreach designed to reduce risks, encourage early intervention, and strengthen local support systems.
Asked Questions
R.A.R.E welcomes collaborations with international donors, NGOs, corporate organizations, foundations, government agencies, community groups, and media institutions aligned with our mission to support survivors of rape, abuse, and rejection.
Our partnerships include program funding, grants, technical assistance, capacity-building support, joint program implementation, research collaborations, advocacy initiatives, and policy-focused engagement.
We operate with strict financial management practices, transparent reporting, and strong governance structures. Donors receive regular updates, expenditure reports, and impact summaries aligned with agreed monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
R.A.R.E maintains clear safeguarding guidelines that prioritize survivor protection, confidentiality, informed consent, and ethical conduct. All partners are expected to adhere to these standards.
Yes. Donors and organizations may choose to support specific thematic areas such as prevention, mental health, legal awareness, survivor empowerment, or community outreach programs.
Yes. R.A.R.E is open to cross-border collaborations and actively works with international institutions seeking to strengthen survivor-centered interventions in Nigeria.
Yes. Depending on the partnership level, corporate partners may receive logo placement, public acknowledgments, event recognition, and co-branded initiatives—while maintaining survivor confidentiality and ethical standards.
Absolutely. We welcome multi-year collaborations that support sustainable impact, capacity development, and long-term survivor recovery programs.