Mercy Corps showcases impactful resilient, business models in N/East
Despite the recurring challenges and shocks in the North-East, the Rural Resilience Activity achieved remarkable performance by the end of quarter 3.
This success underscores the significance of strategic collaboration with public and economic stakeholders, which will play a pivotal role in enhancing the resilience of individuals, communities, institutions, businesses, and the broader economy in the region. By uniting efforts, we can fortify the region against shocks and foster sustainable growth.
As the Rural Resilience Activity enters its final phase, our unwavering focus remains on solidifying the last stage of partner mobilisation, a crucial step in reinforcing our five pivotal models. These models — technology-enabled, nutrition-sensitive, inclusive, commercial agent, and climate-resilient — collectively form the bedrock of our efforts to enhance the resilience of Northeast Nigeria.
In the last two quarters, we have focused on driving the adoption of our high impact viable models through roundtables and stakeholder dialogues. The inaugural roundtable was held on June 22, 2023, and was attended by 75 market actors, who deliberated on the strategies and partnerships for channeling investments into initiatives that fortify communities against the adverse effects of climate change.
The second roundtable, with 64 market actors, held on August 8, 2023 and centered on expanding the commercial agent model. Our roundtables, including the recent technology-enabled model held on August 23, 2023, foster discussions on scaling and optimising the models for optimal impact and reach. These roundtable meetings embody our commitment to fostering collaboration and innovation, driving lasting change in Northeast Nigeria.
