RTVTI

Facts about RTVTI

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At a glance

Founded
2016
Founded by
A group of Somali women
Scope
National
Skills taught
9
Country
Somalia

Short description

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Ruweyda Technical Vocational Training Institute (RTVTI) was founded in 2016 by a group of Somali women who were worried about how many women in their communities lived in poverty. It trains women in skills that local markets need, so they can earn a living and build better economic lives.

Mission and vision

Mission
We train women in skills that local markets need, so they have better social and economic choices in their lives.
Vision
We want to be a capable, lasting institute that helps Somali women become economically independent.
Tagline
To enhance skills development training through tailored training based on local market needs.

Who it serves

We work with women affected by the civil conflict, and with women who have been neglected or marginalized, in towns and in rural areas.

What it teaches

Nine skills, each one chosen because local markets need it.

Local standing

RTVTI says it has a good relationship with local government, including the authorities in Mogadishu and its districts.

Partners

Organizations that work with RTVTI

  • UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency
  • COOPI, Cooperazione Internazionale
  • UNICEF

Press contact

For press questions, call +252 61 700 2319 or email info@ruweyda.org.