ONGD CERAI

Spain · Civic & Social Organization

ONGD CERAI is a non-profit organization based in Valencia, Spain, founded in 1994. It focuses on international cooperation aimed at sustainable rural, agricultural, and fishing development. The organization is dedicated to promoting sustainable food systems, ensuring food sovereignty, and supporting the rights of rural communities while conserving ecosystems. CERAI implements various projects in rural areas, emphasizing agroecological techniques and sustainable agricultural practices. It collaborates with local groups, such as the Moia Moia Farmers Association in Cabo Verde, to provide training in nature-friendly agriculture and innovative composting methods. The organization also supports nutrition improvement programs, environmental activism, and capacity building for rural communities, particularly women's groups. Governed by a board of 11 members and led by Director Jorge Cavero Redondo, CERAI actively engages with rural communities in developing countries, smallholder farmers, and educational institutions. The organization leverages international cooperation frameworks, including European Union funding programs, to further its mission of fostering sustainable rural development.