Acting together for self-development
Tarbiyya Tatali (Education Development in Hausa) is a collective of associations whose goal is to act together for the self-development of the Nigerien people by mobilizing national and international solidarity and promoting cultural exchanges.
The collective is currently composed of two Nigerien associations and oneFrench association:
- In Niger RAEDD (Réseau d’Actions Éducatives pour un Développement Durable – Network for Educational Actions for Sustainable Development) and CulturePlus;
- In France AECIN (Association d’Échanges Culturels Ille et Vilaine Niger – Ille-et-Vilaine Niger Cultural Exchange Association).
Common and Shared Values
The member associations of the collective share the values of freedom, equality, fraternity, work, progress, and solidarity. By signing this charter, they affirm their commitment to these fundamental values and their willingness to work in a spirit of mutual trust, prioritizing relationships based on transparency, mutual support, and respect for commitments made. This shared set of values serves as the foundation for cohesion among the member associations.
Founding Principles of the Partnership
The member associations of the Tarbiyya Tatali collective contribute independently to the collective’s objectives. Each association freely defines its own projects, seeks funding, and takes initiatives while keeping the other member associations fully informed.
The associations strengthen their synergy by defining and implementing joint projects. The execution of projects in Niger is always entrusted to a Nigerien association within the collective.
The collective also develops common communication tools, such as a multilingual website, a presence on social media, and regular publication of updates about the collective’s activities.
Commitments of the Collective’s Members
The signatories of this charter recognize free, voluntary, and unpaid commitment as the driving force behind associative life.
Signatories commit to:
- promoting respect for the principles of non-discrimination of people;
- encouraging collective governance and participatory democracy;
- facilitating the transfer of skills;
- promoting equal participation of women and men in governance, ensuring balance between generations and sociocultural backgrounds in leadership roles.
Partnerships are built through listening, dialogue, and mutual respect for commitments, roles, and responsibilities. The signatories continuously develop their skills and improve their working methods through the design, implementation, and monitoring of their projects.
Areas of Action
The overall objective of the Tarbiyya Tatali collective is to contribute to quality education, the creation of economic, social, and cultural wealth in Niger, and the development of a sustainable and equitable model for progress.
The collective’s projects are based on field surveys that identify the needs of the people concerned. These projects align with the Sustainable Development Goals and comply with the laws, regulations, and policies of the State of Niger. Local authorities are systematically informed before their implementation.
Women’s empowerment and their role in sustainable development are at the heart of Tarbiyya Tatali’s mission, whether in education, health, economic empowerment, or culture.
It is committed to working in the fields of food security, environment, education, health, and access to basic services (access to water, sanitation, and energy), particularly in rural areas.
It prioritizes awareness-raising, training, and the empowerment of beneficiaries for sustainable development. Regular monitoring is carried out during the action and maintained after its completion.
Culture is a fundamental driver of development. That is why Tarbiyya Tatali is dedicated to enhancing knowledge of Niger’s history, languages, cultural traditions, social organization, and worldview. The collective promotes all forms of cultural expression to benefit the Nigerien population.
Members of the collective’s associations also commit to raising awareness about Niger in the countries where they live and to participate in the education to citizenship and international solidarity education initiatives, especially among students and young people.