Mission & Vision
The guiding purpose and long-term aspiration that shapes every program, partnership, and community engagement EcoFDI undertakes.
Our Mission
Our cardinal objective is to work with rural communities to identify common grounds to reduce poverty and make the biggest impact. We achieve this by harnessing eco-friendly innovations, strengthening community governance, and empowering people with the knowledge and tools to turn natural resources into sustainable livelihoods.
Our Vision
A Nigeria and Africa where poverty is eliminated through sustainable, community-led stewardship of natural resources. We envision rural communities that are resilient, self-reliant, and prosperous where people live in harmony with their environment and every individual has the opportunity to thrive.
"We strongly believe that efficient and equitable use of natural resources is the surest means of enhancing sustainable livelihoods and eradicating poverty in our society."
How we pursue our mission
Through our activities we strive to enhance the livelihoods of people, reduce poverty and create innovative conditions for harmonious relations between communities and their environment.
Training & Capacity Building
We equip community members with the knowledge and skills needed to sustainably manage natural resources, improve livelihoods, and drive local development.
Community Entrance Facilitation
We enter communities as partners with respect, deep listening, and a commitment to co-designing solutions that are owned and sustained by the communities themselves.
Biodiversity Conservation
We work to protect and restore biodiversity across the Niger Delta and beyond, recognising healthy ecosystems as the foundation of sustainable livelihoods.
Eco-Innovative Development
We champion eco-friendly innovations that turn ecological assets into engines of economic empowerment for rural communities.
Food Security
We support communities to develop resilient food systems through sustainable agriculture, demonstration farms, and knowledge sharing.
Climate Change Mitigation & WASH
We address climate vulnerability and improve access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene for underserved rural communities.