Creating Opportunity. Inspiring Change.

RAINS partners with communities in Northern Ghana to uplift children, women, and youth through education, advocacy, and sustainable development.

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Advocating for the Marginalized Since 1993

The Regional Advisory Information and Network Systems (RAINS) is a Ghanaian registered non-governmental organization that is committed to promoting the rights of the marginalized in society. Formed in 1993, RAINS has a long history of work to improve the lives of deprived communities and sections of the society. In conjunction with communities, government agencies and civil society groups, the organization pioneered interactions in advancing girl child education, tackling child labour, and the empowerment of women and girls.

Mission
RAINS works with communities and development partners to improve the quality of life for vulnerable groups especially children, women, girls and people with disabilities by strengthening local structures to take actions to promote and ensure fairness for all people in the society.

Vision
A just society that is based on equity with equal opportunities for all and respect for diversity.

Diversifying Employment and Livelihood Options

RAINS recognizes that poverty reduction is closely tied to access to sustainable livelihoods. Over the years, we have implemented a variety of skills training, agribusiness, and entrepreneurship initiatives to empower youth and women, especially in rural and peri-urban communities. Our programs focus on equipping beneficiaries with practical, market-relevant skills in areas such as shea butter processing, agro-ecological farming, soap making, and digital entrepreneurship. We also facilitate access to financial literacy and microcredit to help small businesses grow. Through these efforts, we aim to increase income levels, reduce dependency, and build resilient households.

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23+ Districts 🇬🇭

We serve Ghana’s most underserved regions with a focus on equity and inclusion

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From education to environment, our programs address complex community needs.

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30+ years. A legacy of learning, growth, and long-term commitment.

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Good Governance and Accountability

RAINS has worked on climate and biodiversity issues since 2004 as the climate in Northern Ghana has become more discordant and extreme weather events more common. Seasons are no longer predictable and spreading environmental degradation is negatively affecting people’s livelihoods. While our efforts over the years are modest, we have built our knowledge and experience of working with farmer’s groups to mitigate the effects of climate change on their farming. Also we have become more aware of land issues and the need for support to people to help them protect their lands rather than see it grabbed by outsiders. We are working to integrate this natural resource work effectively with our other programs considering the fact that women and children are heavily impacted by the effects of climate change e.g. both are responsible for collecting water and fuel for household use and the distances they need to travel to collect them are increasing.

Ways to Help

Sustainabiliy

Leaving long-lasting and endurable impacts is a top priority for us. We believe in facilitating communities to become self-reliant.

Teamwork

To achieve our vision, we believe in internal cooperation and synergy.

Respect for rights

We treat everyone fairly and do not discriminate—whether in the workplace or within communities.

Integrity

We are open about organizational transactions, including decision-making, resource allocation, and utilization. We uphold transparency, accountability, dedication, commitment, truth, and trust in all our dealings—both with partners and beneficiaries

Collaboration and Partnership

To achieve meaningful results, we collaborate with state and non-state actors, local political and social structures—working together to make society better for all, especially the vulnerable.

Empowerment

We believe that our target groups have the inherent power to contribute meaningfully to their own development.

Tolerance and Respect for Culture

We respect local traditions, beliefs, and customs, and promote the positive aspects of culture.

Volunteerism

We are driven by an internal motivation to realize our vision and create impact.

Strong Women, Stronger Communities RAINS empowers women and girls with skills, leadership, and economic freedom.

Promoting Rights and and Social Inclusion

At the core of RAINS’ work is a deep commitment to the protection and promotion of human rights. We advocate for inclusive development by ensuring that marginalized groups—especially children, women, persons with disabilities, and minority communities—are not left behind. Our interventions focus on increasing access to education, reducing child labour, preventing gender-based violence, and amplifying the voices of underrepresented populations. Working in close collaboration with traditional leaders, community groups, and local authorities, RAINS fosters inclusive spaces where all individuals can participate in decisions affecting their lives and realize their full potential.

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