A global nonprofit dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, youth, and communities across the Caribbean and the diaspora…
The Nanny & Dessalines Initiative (NDI) is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to elevating entrepreneurs, empowering youth, and strengthening communities throughout Jamaica, Haiti, and the global diaspora.
We bridge the gap between the diaspora and the homeland by transforming skills, knowledge, and resources into real, measurable impact, supporting those ready to return home and rebuild through connection, belonging, and guided transition.
Supporting individuals ready to return home, invest, or contribute to meaningful development.
Providing tools, coaching, and structure to build sustainable, impactful businesses.
Equipping young people with leadership, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial skills.
Strengthening local systems through education, collaboration, and economic empowerment.
Supporting the diaspora as they return, rebuild, and thrive through guided relocation, community onboarding, and reintegration support.
Helping entrepreneurs build strong, sustainable businesses through coaching, strategy, and systems development.
Preparing the next generation with financial literacy, digital skills, and leadership training.
Accessible online education offering certificates, workshops, and training for entrepreneurs, professionals, and youth.
Connecting skilled talent with the right opportunities while helping businesses grow and communities thrive.
Providing hands-on business consulting through one-on-one coaching, staff training, and strategic support to help your business grow, scale, and succeed.
NDI Academy is the digital learning hub of the initiative, providing culturally grounded, practical education for entrepreneurs, youth, and leaders across the diaspora.
Courses, certificates, and learning pathways are designed to create real-world impact and support long-term growth.
Through our programs, NDI is working to:
Increase entrepreneurship success rates
Strengthen local economies
Support youth development and leadership
Expand access to education and opportunity
Reconnect diaspora communities with home
Whether you are an entrepreneur, student, professional, or community leader — there is a place for you at NDI.
Your support helps us provide education, training, and opportunity to underserved communities across the Caribbean and the diaspora.
