Partnerships

USAID is building alliances with Russian private sector and regional government partners, mobilizing new resources (at a ratio of 5:1) to build schools, raise HIV/AIDS awareness, and improve the livelihood of Russians in rural areas by creating jobs, providing access to credit, and engaging citizens in community development. There is a growing trend of corporate social responsibility in Russia, and many companies are interested in supporting socio-economic and community projects. Some Russian governors are also leading progressive reforms, using their own financial resources, and USAID is working with them to provide technical expertise, models and best practices. USAID also supports the efforts of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs to rebuild its international development aid program.