Citi Foundation Selects Jood NGO in Morocco for the 2024 Global Innovation Challenge to Advance Solutions to Homelessness
Jood NGO set to receive $500,000 in catalytic funding and access to a global learning community and network.
The Citi Foundation announced the recipients of the 2024 Global Innovation Challenge, which aims to support solutions that address homelessness. Jood NGO is one of the 50 community organizations around the world set to receive a collective $25 million in catalytic funding to address this pressing global issue.
In Morocco, the devastating earthquake that struck the country in September 2023 claimed thousands of lives and devastated hundreds of villages in the Al Haouz region, decimating homes and infrastructure. Local authorities, private sector and civil society showcased great level of resilience, unity and commitment to recovery and rebuilding.
In this context, and in line with the emergency solutions deployed since last year, Jood NGO will help reinforce the efforts of local authorities by providing additional support to affected families. With this funding, Jood will be able to develop sustainable permanent housing solutions and provide access to hygiene facilities in the Al Haouz region, while helping improve local infrastructure and creating employment opportunities for young people. This project will cover 22 villages in the rural areas of Ouirgane and Imgdal, providing permanent housing for 197 people.
Mr. Taoufik Rabbaa, CEO of Citibank Maghreb, commented that: “We are proud to support Jood NGO in Morocco.
This funding will contribute to building permanent housing for families affected by last year’s earthquake. This initiative reflects Citi Foundation’s commitment to supporting these communities as they rebuild and recover, and ensuring they have a safe and secure place to call home.”
Mrs. Hind Laidi, President of Jood NGO, added “We are deeply grateful to Citi Foundation. Thanks to this support, we have the opportunity to transform a tragedy into a model of sustainable reconstruction. By providing green and sustainable housing solutions, while creating local economic opportunities, we are helping rebuild a stronger, selfsufficient community. We strongly believe that this holistic approach enhances the dignity of people and builds the foundation for a sustainable renaissance. »
Programs funded by these grants will be implemented over the next two years and grantees will have access to a learning community facilitated by IDEO.org, a nonprofit focused on designing products and services in the social impact sector. Through the learning community, grantees will have the opportunity to build deeper connections, share lessons learned and exchange best practices.
In January 2024, the Citi Foundation issued this Global Innovation Challenge Request for Proposals (RFP). For more information, please visit citifoundation.com/challenge and follow the impact these organizations are making at #InnovationChallenge on social media.
About Citi Foundation The Citi Foundation works to promote economic progress and improve the lives of people in low-income communities around the world. We invest in efforts that increase financial inclusion, catalyse job opportunities for youth, and reimagine approaches to building economically vibrant communities. The Citi Foundation’s “More than Philanthropy” approach leverages the enormous expertise of Citi and its people to fulfil our mission and drive thought leadership and innovation. For more information, visit www.citifoundation.com.
About Jood NGO Jood NGO is a civic organization dedicated to social protection and reducing inequalities, supporting people in distress through humanitarian actions and socio-economic programs. Present during major crises, such as the Al Haouz earthquake, Jood is committed to providing essential support to affected communities by addressing their immediate needs in housing, hygiene, employment, and food security.
With the dedication of 6,800 volunteers, we work to rebuild lives and create an inclusive and supportive
future for all. For more information, please visit our website: www.jood.ma, or contact Mrs. Myriam
Benzakour by email at [email protected].
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