Empowering Women. Uplifting Youth. Transforming Communities.
Join us in building a stronger, more resilient Dominica — where every woman, child, and young person can rise and thrive.
ABOUT US
Building a Stronger Dominica, Together.
Empowering communities, protecting nature, and uplifting lives across the Nature Isle.
Rise & Thrive Dominica is a forward-thinking non-profit organization dedicated to creating inclusive social and economic opportunities for women, youth, and children.
Our Mission & Vision
Mission:
- Empower women and youth through access to entrepreneurship, skills training, and leadership development.
- Expand educational opportunities in underserved communities through innovative digital and scholarship-based programs.
Vision:
- To build a Dominica where women lead with confidence, youth are equipped with opportunity, and every child has access to education and well-being.
- To create a model of inclusive development that breaks cycles of poverty and fosters long-term community resilience.
Core Values
- Inclusivity & Equity: Every community member deserves access to opportunity and dignity.
- Integrity & Accountability: Transparency and measurable impact are at the heart of our work.
- Community Empowerment: We support grassroots leadership and locally-driven solutions.
- Collaboration & Partnership: Our success is built on strategic alliances—locally and globally.
Support.
Transform.
Uplift.
OUR FOCUS
Women and youth empowerment — we’re working for a better tomorrow.
- Women’s Economic Empowerment
Programs that equip women with entrepreneurial tools, financial literacy, and market access.
- Education and Digital Equity
Scholarships, digital learning hubs, and teacher training to bridge education gaps—especially in rural Dominica.
- Youth Skills & Employment
Vocational training and apprenticeship programs designed to increase youth employability and decrease social vulnerability.
- Health & Mental Wellbeing
Community-based counseling, nutrition programs, and wellness initiatives to support mental and physical health.
- Leadership & Advocacy
Capacity-building programs that increase women’s and youth participation in governance and community development.
FOUNDER
“This work is personal for me. I’ve lived the struggle, but I’ve also lived the transformation that happens when someone believes in you. That’s what Rise & Thrive is all about—believing in people until they believe in themselves.”
— Simone Thomas
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Be a Part of the Change.
Whether you’re local or abroad, your time, voice, and support matter.
Ways to Engage:
- Volunteer: Support our events, mentorship, or administrative needs.
- Donate: Fund a child’s education or a woman’s training program.
- Partner: Collaborate as a corporate sponsor or academic institution.
- Advocate: Use your platform to amplify our mission.
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Get in Touch :
- Email: info@riseandthrivedominica.org
- Phone: +447468104722
- Location: Roseau, Dominica