Empowering Communities.
Strengthening Institutions.
Transforming Lives.
Advancing sustainable development, good governance, economic empowerment, and citizen participation across Nigeria and Africa since the 1980s.
Our Development Impact
Decades of transformative work across Nigeria
Nigeria's Leading Development Catalyst
Self-Help Development Facilitators (SEDFA) is a development-focused non-governmental organization founded by Dr. Adolphe O. Amadi and Dr. (Mrs.) Rose Amadi. We create sustainable solutions that improve governance, strengthen institutions, empower communities, and promote inclusive development across Nigeria and Africa.
Granted Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) in 2011, SEDFA has successfully implemented development projects in partnership with governments, international agencies, donor organizations, and civil society groups.
Six Focus Areas of Impact
SEDFA's programmatic work spans six critical domains of sustainable development, addressing Nigeria's most pressing development challenges.
Good Governance
Promoting citizen participation, democratic accountability, and transparent public institutions.
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Leadership development, institutional strengthening, and skills empowerment for communities.
Learn MoreEconomic Development
Local economic growth, enterprise support, export promotion, and economic mapping.
Learn MoreClimate Action
Climate adaptation strategies, environmental stewardship, and community resilience.
Learn MoreStakeholder Engagement
Multi-stakeholder dialogues, public-private partnerships, and development collaborations.
Learn MoreCommunity Empowerment
Youth development, women empowerment, rural development, and social inclusion.
Learn MoreTransformative Initiatives
GovernanceCredible All Hands On Deck Governance Initiative
A nationwide initiative to strengthen democratic governance and accountability across all levels.
Economic DevelopmentOne Exportable Product Per State Initiative
Identifying and promoting each state's unique export potential to drive economic transformation.
Climate ActionClimate Change Mitigation & Adaptation Strategy
Comprehensive strategies to help communities adapt to climate change and build resilience.
GovernanceSupport to Anti-Corruption in Nigeria
Partnering with ICPC and civil society to strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms nationwide.
The PPCP Governance Stakeholders Engagement Framework
SEDFA's Five PPCP Framework brings together Public Sector, Private Sector, Community Sector, Development Partners, and Citizens to achieve sustainable development outcomes through collaborative governance.
Explore the FrameworkWhat Partners Say
“SEDFA's multi-stakeholder engagement approach has transformed how communities participate in governance. Their PPCP framework is a model for civil society organizations across Africa.”
“The capacity building programs delivered by SEDFA have strengthened institutional governance in ways that continue to benefit our communities years after implementation.”
“SEDFA's commitment to transparent, people-centered development exemplifies what sustainable development looks like in practice. Their 40+ years of impact speak volumes.”
Our Partners & Collaborators
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Join SEDFA in transforming communities, strengthening institutions, and building a more equitable and sustainable Nigeria.