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<p class="has-text-align-left">Vision for Inclusive Solutions and Transparency Initiative (VISTA Initiative) is a multi-sectoral national humanitarian and development organization established to respond to humanitarian crises in Nigeria. The organization is committed to improving the wellbeing of women, children particularly girls, youth, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable populations across the country. VISTA Initiative provides life-saving assistance while advancing sustainable, long-term development solutions.</p>
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<p>VISTA Initiative was officially incorporated with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) of Nigeria in May 2025. It was founded in response to Nigeria’s growing humanitarian challenges, particularly in the Northeast, Northwest, and North Central regions.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">The organization prioritizes support for communities affected by armed conflict, natural disasters, climate-induced displacement, and socio-economic marginalization, with particular attention to vulnerable groups such as persons with disabilities (PWDs) and the elderly, whose needs are often most urgent.</p>
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<p>We are firmly guided by the core humanitarian principles of neutrality, impartiality, independence, and humanity, operating without political or religious bias and upholding a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and non-discrimination.</p>
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<p>Our community-driven and rights-based approach ensures that all programs are informed by local needs, promote inclusive participation, and address the specific barriers faced by marginalized groups, especially persons with disabilities. Disability inclusion is mainstreamed across all sectors of intervention.</p>
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<p>VISTA Initiative strategic focus aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), advancing inclusive development through multi-sectoral programs that integrate humanitarian response with long-term recovery and peacebuilding reflecting the humanitarian development peace nexus. We work to bridge emergency relief with development planning, strengthening local capacities and fostering durable solutions for affected populations.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">Through advocacy, innovation and technology, we promote institutional reform, social justice, and citizen empowerment. Our participatory outreach and capacity building initiatives equip communities to claim their rights, hold duty bearers accountable, and co-create sustainable solutions.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Our Vision:</strong></h2>
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<p>A world where every individual regardless of background or circumstances thrives in dignity, safety and equality.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-left has-small-font-size">To deliver inclusive, people centered, and rights based humanitarian and developmental programs that empowers the most vulnerable, advance social justice, and build resilient communities. </p>
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<li class="has-small-font-size" style="margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)"><strong>Integrity, </strong>we act with honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our engagement earning the trust of the communities we serve and partners by consistently doing the right, even no one is watching.</li>
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<li class="has-small-font-size" style="margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)"><strong>Partnership, </strong>we believe meaningful change is only possible through collaboration. By working hand in hand with communities, civil society, government, and global partners, we co-create solutions that are locally grounded and widely impactful.</li>
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<li class="has-small-font-size" style="margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)"><strong>Innovation, </strong>we embrace new ideas, creative thinking, and adaptable approaches to solve complex challenges. Leveraging technology and local ingenuity, we drive progress and deliver smarter, more effective solutions for lasting change.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OUR FUTURE:</strong></h2>
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<p>At VISTA Initiative, our future is driven by a strong commitment to supporting individuals and communities affected by crises, natural disasters, and socio-economic hardship. We will continue to place women, youth, and persons with disabilities at the forefront of our work, while ensuring that children and adolescents remain at the heart of all response and recovery efforts.</p>
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<p>Our programmes are guided by a principled humanitarian approach that aligns with donor priorities, global accountability standards, and best practices in inclusive development. We are dedicated to delivering impactful, transparent, and sustainable solutions that strengthen resilience, promote dignity, and support long-term recovery for vulnerable communities.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OUR PROGRAMME AREAS</strong></h2>
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<p>To achieve meaningful and lasting impact, VISTA Initiative implements integrated, multi-sectoral programmes across the following areas:</p>
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<li><strong>Education</strong>-Expanding access to safe, inclusive, and quality learning opportunities.</li>
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<li><strong>WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene)</strong>-Improving access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene services.</li>
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<li><strong>Health</strong>-Supporting equitable access to essential health services and community health systems.</li>
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<li><strong>Nutrition</strong>-Addressing malnutrition and promoting healthy growth and wellbeing.</li>
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<li><strong>Protection</strong>-Including Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Child Protection, Mine Action, and Housing, Land and Property (HLP).</li>
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<li><strong>Food Security</strong>-Strengthening food access, availability, and resilience.</li>
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<li><strong>Early Recovery and Livelihoods</strong>-Supporting economic recovery and sustainable income generation.</li>
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<li><strong>CCCM, Shelter &amp; Non-Food Items (NFI)</strong>-Providing safe shelter and essential household support for displaced populations.</li>
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<li><strong>Governance and Civic Engagement</strong>-Promoting transparency, accountability, and active citizen participation.</li>
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<li><strong>Peacebuilding and Social Cohesion</strong>- Strengthening community resilience, dialogue, and conflict prevention.</li>
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<li><strong>Climate Action and Environmental Sustainability</strong>-Advancing climate resilience and environmental stewardship by supporting tree planting initiatives, reforestation, and ecosystem restoration. </li>
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<p>Through these interconnected programmes, we remain committed to building resilient communities, promoting inclusive development, and creating lasting pathways toward recovery, stability, and peace.</p>
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