Who We Are

The vision of NARDA is for the development of accountable, people central, sustainable and transparent member NGOs partnering with communities to facilitate processes aimed at poverty reduction throughout Liberia.

The mission of the African Research and Development Agency (NARDA) is to empower member NGOs by strengthening their capacities to implement programmes that effectively respond to the needs and aspiration of the Liberian people.

STATEMENT "Each members organization and employee of NARDA is expected to conduct themselves in ways that support the NARDA's VALUES - "living" its core values. this kind of commitment by our members inspires us to innovate and grow as a gateway for promoting and sustaining national development through poverty reduction in Liberia. "Teamwork and Collaboration" Working together, with the needs of the Liberian people as the highest priority; even if it means supporting something we might want to do differently. Making all decisions through mutual respect for all, based on what's best for the people of Liberia. Involving Everyone: Seeking the best information from all sources while supporting decisions made by those closest to the situation. Everyone in each member organization must believe that his or her voice makes a difference. Open Honest Communication: Speaking with one another openly and directly, bringing the office conversation into meeting rooms. Listening intently and encouraging different ideas and opinions. Boundarylessness: Sharing knowledge and relationships in a fresh, open environment. Taking the time to share experiences and exchange information among members as well as soliciting and accepting great ideas regardless of the source. Leaders Who Serve: Leading is not about power or control but is measured by the success of those on the team being led. NARDA leaders don't get on the back of their constituents-they get behind and push. Leadership must be viewed as both privilege and responsibility. Personal Accountability: Setting clear, realistic, challenging goals and deliver on our commitments. Timeliness: Being on time, believing that respect for all our partners begins with respect for time. In Liberia we have lost enough time already! There is not a single moment in life that we can afford to lose.