About Mlerawana
Who we are & why we serve
Rooted in community, focused on lasting impact for children and families.
Organizational Background
Mlerawana Rural Development Organization was formally registered as a non-governmental organization (NGO) in 2023, after operating for several years as a community-based organization. During its time as a community initiative, Mlerawana built strong grassroots relationships and practical experience in supporting under-five children and vulnerable families.
The organization is currently supported by The Rose Project and Tilitonse Foundation, with funding from Comic Relief and UK International Development. With this support, Mlerawana envisions steady growth and is committed to strengthening its institutional capacity, expanding program reach, and improving service delivery in the coming years.
Impact at a glance
Growing impact with every project
1
Years of Impact
3+
Projects Completed
50+
Community Partners
10k+
Lives Reached
Creating lasting local and global impact
Our mission is to empower individuals and communities through access to education, economic opportunity, and sustainable solutions that foster resilience and growth.
Early Childhood Development (ECD)
Provision of nursery education for under-five children to promote early learning, social development, and school readiness.
School Feeding Programme
Provision of nutritious meals to nursery children to improve health, attendance, and concentration, while addressing food insecurity.
Permaculture and Sustainable Farming
Promotion of permaculture gardens to enhance food diversity, environmental conservation, and sustainable livelihoods for families and ECD centres.
Community Capacity Building
Empowerment of caregivers, volunteers, and community members through training and participatory approaches to ensure sustainability and local ownership.
Trusted by communities we serve
“Mlerawana has brought real change to our village. Children are back in school and families feel seen and supported.”
Community Leader
Partner Organisation
“Their team listens first, then acts. Every project feels like it belongs to the community, not just to the organisation.”
Youth Coordinator
Local Partner