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About FAMA ASBL

A community-driven nonprofit raising the social, economic and environmental well-being of vulnerable populations across the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Our Story

Born out of solidarity in Baraka

FAMA ASBL (Fondation Abwe Mwendanababo pour l'Autopromotion) was founded on 30 February 2022 in the city of Baraka, Sud-Kivu province, Democratic Republic of Congo.

Our birth was a response to a decade of socio-economic and political hardship in eastern DRC — a decision by concerned citizens to contribute to the social promotion of vulnerable people and the sustainable development of their communities.

As a nonprofit, apolitical and non-denominational organization, we are registered under law N° 004/2001 governing associations without lucrative purpose in the DRC.

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Mission

To contribute to improving the living conditions of vulnerable people and strengthen their socio-economic capacities for their social well-being.

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Vision

Empowered, resilient communities where every person — regardless of background — has access to education, health, livelihoods and a safe environment.

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Motto

“L'élévation du social c'est notre priorité.” — Raising the social is our priority.

What we stand for

Our Values

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Solidarity

Standing with those who are most vulnerable.

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Integrity

Transparent, accountable use of every resource entrusted to us.

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Sustainability

Solutions that last — environmentally and economically.

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Community-led

Programs designed with, not for, the people we serve.

What we do

Our Specific Objectives

Drawn from our official statutes, these are the commitments that guide every program.

  • ✅ Enroll and sustain schooling for unaccompanied children
  • ✅ Provide literacy training for adults
  • ✅ Organize vocational training workshops
  • ✅ Raise awareness on epidemic and pandemic diseases
  • ✅ Promote family-planning education
  • ✅ Combat sexual violence
  • ✅ Establish hygiene and sanitation programs
  • ✅ Fight malnutrition
  • ✅ Train communities on ecosystem protection
  • ✅ Implement reforestation and fight deforestation
  • ✅ Build peaceful coexistence among communities
  • ✅ Increase food production and reduce food insecurity
  • ✅ Distribute seeds through agricultural fairs
  • ✅ Strengthen youth financial self-reliance
  • ✅ Provide legal, economic and professional support to vulnerable people
  • ✅ Promote human rights and protection of vulnerable groups
Leadership

Meet the Team

Our leadership brings together local expertise, community trust and decades of grassroots experience. (Photos and bios to be updated.)

Founder

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Founder & President

Leads strategic direction and community partnerships across Sud-Kivu.

Executive Director

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Executive Director

Oversees day-to-day operations and program implementation.

Programs

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Programs Lead

Designs and supervises our education, health and environment programs.

Finance

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Finance & Operations

Ensures transparent stewardship of donor and partner resources.

Where we work

Area of Operation

Our primary area of action is the province of Sud-Kivu, with nationwide reach across the Democratic Republic of Congo. Our headquarters are in Quartier Kibondjwa II, Commune Baraka-centre, Ville de Baraka.

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