No longer
forgotten
What We Do
Alabaster International works hand-in-hand with local agencies to identify and support communities of indigenous and rural women who are isolated and face limited resources. By facilitating locally-driven discussions and collaborative decision-making, we act as a catalyst for female empowerment, addressing critical areas such as healthcare, entrepreneurship, and food security.
In partnership with local stakeholders, we co-design, co-implement, and co-evaluate initiatives to ensure meaningful, sustainable impact rooted in the needs and aspirations of the communities we serve.
Where We Work
Why We Are Different
- Agility and Reach: Our ability to access the most remote and indigenous communities sets us apart. We go where others won't or can't, reaching those who are often forgotten. We operate in conflict zones, providing not only immediate emergency aid but also fostering long-term, sustainable solutions for resilience and recovery.
- Localization: Our approach is to work with local NGOs and communities, allowing their needs and insights to guide our interventions. We established the Alabaster International Network to amplify impact—partnering with us means collaborating with a diverse network of local organizations across Africa, ensuring deeper community connections and sustainable outcomes.
- Scalable Impact: Starting with on-the-ground programs, we build solutions that last, from mobile strategies to sustainable infrastructure supporting health and wellness. Our food security initiatives are groundbreaking, delivering transformative impact on a scale that will reach millions across multiple nations in Africa.
Our Strategies
- Empowerment over Short-Term Aid: Our approach is to empower, not create dependency, ensuring communities can sustain themselves in the long term.
- Staying Proximate: We choose to be close to the communities, embracing their realities, and learning from their experiences.
- Boldness: We are often the first to partner with communities in the regions we serve, forging connections where few have ventured. Embracing the unprecedented, we "co-dream" with bold vision, firmly believing that the impossible can become possible for every individual and every community.
- Partnership and Collaboration: We work closely with local leaders and experts, building trust and understanding in every community we serve.
- Community-Led: We avoid entering a community with a prescribed agenda or intervention, but rather tailor our programming according to community-identified needs while remaining aligned with our mission and vision.
Our Team & Partners
Alabaster International’s team comprises dedicated professionals and partners who are committed to advancing holistic care and empowerment for rural women in isolated regions. Our board members bring diverse expertise from healthcare, marketing, finance, and community outreach, supporting impactful initiatives throughout Africa.
Alabaster International is also honored to have multi-sectoral partnerships with government stakeholders, academic institutions, local NGO partners and global institutions.
On The Ground
