Why Friends

Organisations are fine but it's the people in them that really count.

Friends are people just like you – interested in what is going on around them; keen to do more and learn more; to build networks of support so that more people in the Grassroots can benefit from a better quality of life. Friends work closely with The NILE Project, but have interests and involvement that span a broad range of development issues.

Who is it for

Friends is open to everyone. There are no age, country, political, social or economic restrictions. And it's entirely free too! So no matter where you live use this site to keep in touch with former work mates, school and university friends, neighbours and colleagues. What ever your connection to Africa – interested observer or strident global citizen, become a Friend today and support the work of The NILE African Development Organisation and its partners. Find out more about our work

How You Can Make a Difference

Friends of The NILE Project is your chance to make a real difference to those who desperately need our help. Best of all, becoming a Friend couldn't be easier - It's FREE and open to everyone!

There are many ways to get involved with Friends, and YOU ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY CAPACITY

You can:

·         Sign up for the free e-update

·         Post a comment of the Friends Discussion Forum or Blog

·         Volunteer

·         Leave a legacy

·         Attend an event

·         Support one of our projects

·         Make a donation

Individuals Register Here for FREE to Join Friends and sign up to receive the Friends regular e-newsletter.

Organisations or if you know of organisations which might like to consider becoming Friends National Chapters, we would warmly welcome initial enquiries from them. Guidelines to the establishment of new National Chapters can be found by clicking here. Alternatively please contact Us

You'll receive exclusive briefings and reports, event invitations, product discounts, opportunities to network and also to support the work of The NILE Project and its partner organisations. As a Friend you can help us support your national and international events and activities. (Some of these benefits are only available within the UK)

To provide a secure income for our projects we encourage our supporters to join our Friends of The NILE planned giving scheme. To join this scheme please print and complete our standing order form, available Here, and return to the Financial Director: The NILE African Development Organisation, 28A Barry Street, Bradford, BD1 2AW