What is STFI?
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Set Them Free International is a Christian Humanitarian and Advocacy Organisation based in England, working mainly developing countries to bring about sustainable community development and preparedness. It serves alongside the poor and oppressed people as a demonstration of God’s unconditional love for all people regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity or gender by helping communities, improve their quality of life through projects of economic development, children education, health and nutrition, water and sanitation, environmental conservation, emergency response and community disaster preparation. Background Information: Set Them Free International was established in the year 2005 to promote the livelihoods of the poor in developing countries and the world at large, people who live in poor remote conditions and at most times find difficulty in accessing basic necessities of life (including enough food, safe water, proper clothing, health care, good education, employment and shelter), and are continually facing injustice and fail to cope up with life. It serves alongside the poor and oppressed people as a demonstration of God’s unconditional love for all people regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity or gender. Our Vision►is to provide sustainable community development and preparedness. Our Mission►is to serve individuals and families in local communities, drawing strength from other global diversities, resources and experience. Our Main Goal►is to provide assistance and training for local communities in supporting the advancement of safer communities and sustainable development through implementing programs and projects that reduce the impact of disaster in local communities. Objectives: The following are the objectives of Set Them Free International:- 1. The advancement of education with a particular focus on children. 2. The relief and prevention of poverty. 3. The relief of sickness and the preservation of health. 4. The relief of need and the relief of those affected by war, famine, disease or natural disaster. 5. To promote sustainable development for the benefit of disadvantaged communities. 6. To train leaders of change in ministerial activities and empower church ministries. Core Values Service before Self: Jesus modeled this core value when He uttered, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many”. We are modeled to serve and as followers of Jesus, we are motivated by God’s love to serve all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity or gender. Glorify God: Christ must be at the centre of all activities we do. He gives the purpose, power, pattern, and programs of all behaviour and decisions. Love one Another: We believe that genuine love of God and caring relationships are keys to the life of every endeavour. Accountability: We believe it is important for us to be open with and dependent upon each other for support and prayer and that we must hold each other accountable to grow in our service and stewardship. Partnering: We believe we are a part of the worldwide body of Christ and support great and diverse works of God throughout the world by partnering with the various organizations and other agencies. Responsiveness: We are responsive to the life threatening emergencies where our involvement is needed and fitting. Stewardship: We are faithful to the purpose for which resources are given and manage them in a manner that brings maximum benefit to our people we serve. Community Welfare: We are called to relieve their suffering and to promote the transformation of their condition of life. We value people: We regard all people as created and loved by God. We give priority to people before money, structure, and arrangement. Teamwork: Our approach to work is firmly founded upon participatory action both at the organizational level and at community level. |