The Narasha Community Development Group (NCDG) is a grassroots organization dedicated to advocating for Indigenous land rights, sustainable development, and empowering the Maasai community in Kenya. Their work focuses on ensuring fair access to natural resources, protecting cultural heritage, and promoting economic resilience through community-led initiatives.
Mission
To empower Indigenous communities, particularly the Maasai of Narasha, by advocating for land rights, fostering sustainable livelihoods, and ensuring their active participation in decision-making processes that affect their lives and environment.
Our Value
Core Values
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Land Rights & Justice – Advocating for the protection of Maasai ancestral lands and ensuring fair compensation and resettlement when land is taken for development projects.
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Community Empowerment – Strengthening the voices of Indigenous people through education, capacity building, and legal support to promote self-determination.
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Sustainable Development – Supporting projects that align with traditional ecological knowledge while ensuring economic benefits for the local community, including renewable energy initiatives that are just and equitable.
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Cultural Preservation – Upholding and revitalizing Maasai cultural practices, languages, and traditions, recognizing them as vital components of community identity and resilience.
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Environmental Stewardship – Promoting conservation efforts that protect Indigenous lands and natural resources, emphasizing the role of Indigenous knowledge in climate resilience.
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Social Equity & Inclusion – Ensuring that all community members, including women, youth, and marginalized groups, have equal opportunities to participate in decision-making and development projects.