In collaboration with USAID*, our web-based Community-Based Organization (CBO) database draws from information contained in the Landscape Analysis. Using the search fields and drop-down menus below, you can search for CBOs based on geographic location (province), development sector, budget, or by typing keywords into the search field.
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| Province | Name | Location | Sectors of Intervention | Budget Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Kivu | Group of Traumatized of Nyiragongo (ETN) | http://0-10k | ||
| North Kivu | CADERCO (CADERCO) | |||
| South Kivu | Action for Hope (ADE) | |||
| North Kivu | The Christian Bilingual University of Congo (UCBC) | |||
| North Kivu | Promotion of Youth Basketball (Promotion of Youth Basketball) | |||
| South Kivu |
Children of Uvira
(EU)
EU is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Uvira, Nundu, Bukavu, and Bujumbura (Burundi) Children living in extreme poverty, their families, and their communities Sectors of InterventionEducation; at-risk youths; conservation Funders and BudgetFor 2010, EU’s budget was approximately $25,000. EU has 174 individual sponsors in Europe. It supplements the funding from its sponsors with sales of cassava and library membership fees. Contact:Vincent Elocho Kipanga, coordinator, +243.998.875.273, elochov@yahoo.fr, blog: http://enfantsduvira.blog4ever.com Read more |
Uvira, South Kivu province | Education; at-risk youths; conservation | http://10-50k |
| South Kivu |
Action Committee for Integral Development
(CADI)
CADI is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Mainly Uvira territory, but also parts of Fizi territory All people, regardless of ethnicity, race, religion, gender, or age Sectors of InterventionHuman rights; peace; good governance; sustainable development Funders and BudgetIn 2010, CADI’s budget was $102,465. Its funders are VSF, LD, and Action Aid. CADI also collects membership fees ($5 and up, depending on means) from 140 members. Contact:Majaliwa Kanazi, president of the board, +243.997.738.565, Cadidh44@yahoo.fr Read more |
Uvira, South Kivu province | Human rights; peace; good governance; sustainable development | http://100-200k |
| South Kivu |
Center of Promotion for Economic and Social Support
(CAPES)
CAPES is a registered NGO with the provincial and national governments. CAPES operates in seven health zones: Nyangezi, Kaziba, Luhwindja, Burhinyi, Walungu, Kabare, and Bunyakiri. Vulnerable groups, especially women Sectors of InterventionSmall-business and community development; food security; education; microfinance Funders and BudgetIn 2010, CAPES’s budget was $360,000. Funders include UNDP (Pooled Fund), Management Systems International (MSI), and CORDAID Holland. Contact:Emmanuel Lusambo, coordinator, +243.998.667.047, luscapes@yahoo.fr Read more |
Bukavu, South Kivu province | Small-business and community development; food security; education; microfinance | http://200-500k |
| South Kivu |
Community of Free Pentecostal Churches in Africa
(CELPA)
CELPA is a registered NGO with the provincial and national governments. CELPA has activities in five provinces of the DRC. In South Kivu, its activities are in Bagira-Kasha, Fizi, Ibanda, Hauts-Plateaux, Itombwe, Kabare, Kalole, Kaniola, Kalonge, Kamituga, Kaziba, Kitutu, Mubumbano, Mulungu, Minembwe, Miti-Murhesa, Mwenga, Mwana, Nundu, Nyangezi, Shabunda, Uvira, and Walungu. The entire population of DRC Sectors of InterventionHealth; education; community development; at-risk youths Funders and BudgetFor 2010, CELPA’s budget was approximately $1,350,000. Funders include the World Food Program, UNICEF, Christoffel Blinden Mission, PYM Norway, UNFPA, UNHCR, and WHO. Contact:The Reverend Zacharie Lwamira, legal representative, +243.997.740.216, +243.815.315.310, lwamirazacharie@yahoo.fr, lebarhdo2@yahoo.fr Read more |
Bukavu, South Kivu province | Health; education; community development; at-risk youths | http://1mil+ |
| South Kivu |
The Union Savings and Credit Collective
(COOPEC Muungano)
COOPEC Muungano is a registered NGO with the Uvira territorial government. Walungu territory Rural populations in Walungu territory Sectors of InterventionMicrofinance; community development Funders and BudgetCOOPEC Muungano is funded by the 243 members of the organization and has current assets of $24,228. Contact:René Shebuka Katwambeba, +243.994.930.948, +243.995.679.731, coopecmuunganoluvungi@yahoo.fr Read more |
Luvungi, South Kivu province | Microfinance; community development | http://10-50k |
| South Kivu |
Group of Study and Action for the Development of South Kivu
(GEADES)
GEADES is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Fizi, Mwenga, and Uvira Rural farming associations Sectors of InterventionFood security; microcredit; rural farming; MUSOs Funders and BudgetFor 2010, GEADES’s budget was approximately $117,000. Funders include ZOA Holland, Entreaide et fraternité, and CCFD. Contact:Ndjala Nzale, executive secretary, +243.812.983.693, geades2002@yahoo.fr Read more |
Mboko, Uvira territory, South Kivu province | Food security; microcredit; rural farming; MUSOs | http://100-200k |
| South Kivu |
Groupe Hirondelles Bukavu
(GHB)
GHB is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Bukavu, Uvira Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex people Sectors of InterventionHuman rights; sexual and reproductive health and rights Funders and BudgetFor 2010, GHB’s budget was $10,100. Funders include Global Rights and KIOS (The Finnish Organization for Human Rights). Contact:Jean-Bedel Kaniki or Blaise Bayubasire, +243.998.858.181, +243.853.296.67, hirondelles. bukavu@gmail.com Read more |
Bukavu, South Kivu province | Human rights; sexual and reproductive health and rights | http://10-50k |
| South Kivu |
Action Group for Development
(GRAD)
GRAD is a registered NGO with the provincial and national governments. Fizi territory Everyone, according to need Sectors of InterventionRehabilitation of infrastructure; food security; environmental protection; small-business development Funders and BudgetFor 2010, GRAD’s budget was $823,613. GRAD has worked with many international funders, including the WFP, the Food and Agriculture Organization, and the Japanese and Italian embassies. GRAD’s current funder is GiZ (formerly GTZ). Contact:Jules Lwesso, +243.998.675.530, gradfcp@gmail.com Read more |
Fizi, South Kivu province | Rehabilitation of infrastructure; food security; environmental protection; small-business development | http://500k-1mil |
| South Kivu |
Let Africa Live
(LAV)
LAV is a registered NGO with the national government. South Kivu Youths Sectors of InterventionAt-risk youths (child soldiers and vulnerable children); peace and reconciliation Funders and BudgetIn 2010, LAV received $1,077,538 in funding. Funders include the Eastern Congo Initiative (ECI), Norwegian Church Aid, War Child Holland, CORDAID, La Afrika Leve, and the Banro/Twangiza mining company. Contact:Sosthène Kubisa, director, +243.997.060.011, +243.853.722.963, lavdrc@yahoo.fr, www.lavdrc.org Read more |
Bukavu, South Kivu province | At-risk youths (child soldiers and vulnerable children); peace and reconciliation | http://1mil+ |
| South Kivu |
Uplifting of Women of South Kivu
(LDF)
LDF is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Walungu territory and Bukavu town. In its 2011–15 strategy, LDF states its intention to move into North Kivu (Goma town and Masisi territory). Women affected by violent conflict; vulnerable children Sectors of InterventionHuman rights; education; vulnerable youths; microcredit Funders and BudgetFor 2010, LDF’s budget was $81,620. Funders include Norwegian Church Aid, Caritas, Bureau diocésain des oeuvres médicales (BDOM), and DIOBASS. Contact:Martine Zagabe Mugoli, coordinator, +243.997.536.753, levaindesfemmes@yahoo.fr Read more |
Walungu, South Kivu province | Human rights; education; vulnerable youths; microcredit | http://50-100k |
| South Kivu |
Eye for the Development of Congo
(ODC)
ODC is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Mwenga territory The whole community of Mwenga territory Sectors of InterventionConservation and environment; sexual and gender-based violence; food security Funders and BudgetFor 2010, ODC’s budget was $4,760. ODC receives funding from People in Need. It also operates a mill and an oil press, which provide the organization with an independent and steady source of funding. Contact:Gerard Mulalu Tamawana, +243.995.419.610, +243.853.715.942, odc_asbl@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kitutu, Mwenga territory, South Kivu province | Conservation and environment; sexual and gender-based violence; food security | http://0-10k |
| South Kivu | Panzi Foundation (Panzi Foundation) | |||
| Orientale |
Green House
(GH)
Non-profit Ituri District and northern half of North Kivu Green House works in Ituri and North Kivu primarily with low-income agrairian populations who must reinvest in their fields after the destruction during the war. The organization also operates a seed bank, nursery, and demonstration field, and offers agricultural products for purchase by the local community. Sectors of Interventionagricultural development Contact:Dhena Bassara, Director +243 9977 21154 Read more |
Bunia, Ituri, Orientale Province | agricultural development | |
| North Kivu |
Women Lawyers’ Movement
(DFJ)
DFJ is a registered NGO with the provincial government. North Kivu Sectors of InterventionSexual violence; human rights Funders and BudgetIn 2010, DFJ’s budget was $130,000; however, for 2011, DFJ expects its budget to be $220,000. Funders include ECI, Finnish Church Aid, ICCO, and UNHCR. Contact:Claudine Tsongo, +243.998.091.890, or Nelly Mbangu, +243.995.406.684, dfjasbl@yahoo.fr Read more |
Goma | Sexual violence; human rights | http://100-200k |
| South Kivu |
Voluntary Work for the Integral Development of the Rural Milieu
(VODIMIR)
VODIMIR is registered as an NGO with provincial authorization. Uvira, Mwenga, Walungu, and Kabare Vulnerable groups in rural areas, especially returnees, women, and survivors of sexual and gender-based violence Sectors of InterventionPrevention of SGBV and support for survivors of sexual violence; food security; rehabilitation of social infrastructure Funders and BudgetFor 2010, VODIMIR’s budget was $85,000. Funders include the International Rescue Committee and CARE International. VODIMIR also receives approximately $500 every three months through its membership program. Contact:Magambo Musafiri, coordinator, +243.993.357.554, vodimirkivu@yahoo.fr Read more |
Bukavu, South Kivu province | Prevention of SGBV and support for survivors of sexual violence; food security; rehabilitation of social infrastructure | http://50-100k |
| South Kivu |
Wide Union of Women for Development
(LUFED)
LUFED is a registered NGO with the provincial government, and is currently in the process of obtaining national registration. Uvira and Fizi territories, especially Uvira, Lemera, Ruzizi, Hauts-Plateaux, Bitombo, Fizi, Nundu, Kimbi-Lulenge, and Minembwe Women and children Sectors of InterventionPeace and peaceful cohabitation; food security; education; microcredit; reproductive health; emergency response Funders and BudgetIn 2010, LUFED’s budget was approximately $10,000. Funders include FAO, Louvain développement (LD), and Caritas. Contact:Placide Lwinzo, president, +243.853.191.750, lufed2000@yahoo.fr Read more |
Uvira, South Kivu province | Peace and peaceful cohabitation; food security; education; microcredit; reproductive health; emergency response | http://0-10k |
| South Kivu |
Radio Maendeleo
Radio Maendeleo is a registered NGO with the provincial government. South Kivu The general population Sectors of InterventionMedia; good governance Funders and BudgetFor 2010, Radio Maendeleo’s budget was $599,954. The radio station gets funding from IRIN, the National Endowment for Democracy, CORDAID, MISEREOR, and IFDC. Contact:Mr. Kizito, director, +243.997.708.810, myradio11@hotmail.com Read more |
Bukavu, South Kivu province | Media; good governance | http://500k-1mil |
| South Kivu |
Program of Public Health and Assistance for Community Development
(PROSPADEC)
PROSPADEC is a registered NGO at the provincial level and is currently obtaining national registration. The Bunyakiri and Kamituga health zones Women of childbearing age, abandoned and/or malnourished children, and at-risk young people Sectors of InterventionHealth (primary health care, triage care for survivors of sexual violence, care for people living with HIV/AIDS, response to malaria, family planning); community development (literacy classes, promotion of agriculture and pastoral activities); education Funders and BudgetFor 2010, PROSPADEC’s budget was $14,000. It does not currently have any external funders, but obtains funds through fees at its health centers. Contact:Juvenal Kisuku Wabuligulu, coordinator, +243.998.674.966, +243.859.324.307, prospadecasbl@yahoo.fr, jkisuku@yahoo.fr Read more |
Bunyakiri, Kabare territory, South Kivu province | Health (primary health care, triage care for survivors of sexual violence, care for people living with HIV/AIDS, response to malaria, family planning); community development (literacy classes, promotion of agriculture and pastoral activities); education | http://10-50k |
| South Kivu |
The Panzi Foundation
Panzi Hospital is a tertiary-care hospital, and the Panzi Foundation is a registered NGO with the provincial government. From the hospital in Bukavu (South Kivu), Panzi Hospital primarily serves South Kivu province and the city of Bukavu. Including partner health clinics throughout South Kivu, mobile clinics, and the hospital, Panzi serves more than 8,000 women a year. In 2009, Panzi treated a total of 18,309 patients through the central hospital and partner health clinics. Sectors of InterventionHealth; SGBV Funders and BudgetFor 2010, Panzi Hospital had a budget of approximately $5 million for both community and medical programs. The hospital budget is approximately $1 million and the rest supports community programs. Funds come from donors such as USAID, UNICEF, PMU Interlife, the European Union and OSISA. Contact:Betoko London, executive assistant, +243.993.440.608, betokolondon@yahoo.fr Read more |
Bukavu, South Kivu province | Health; SGBV | http://1mil+ |
| South Kivu |
Program of Action for the Development of a United Base
(PADEBU)
PADEBU is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Bunyakiri The entire population of Bunyakiri and its surrounding health zones Sectors of InterventionFood security; rehabilitation and construction; health Funders and BudgetFor 2010, PADEBU’s budget was $1,570,000. Funders include Oxfam and UNDP. Contact:Oscar Kalimba, coordinator, +243.994.146.099 Read more |
Bunyakiri, Kabare territory, South Kivu province | Food security; rehabilitation and construction; health | http://1mil+ |
| Orientale |
Help for Intercultural Communication and Rural Self-Help
(ACIAR)
ACIAR is registered as an NGO with the national government. Ituri, but with a focus on Djugu and Mahagi territories. ACIAR’s main office is in Bunia, and it has project offices in Mahagi and Kpandroma. In principle, the entire population of Ituri, but actual populations served depend on the project. ACIAR has served small-scale farmers, women, and former combatants, including child soldiers. Sectors of InterventionMicrofinance; agricultural development; socioeconomic support for former soldiers; support for small business; support for at-risk youths; organizational development Funders and BudgetFor 2010, ACIAR’s budget was approximately $400,000. Current funders include UNDP, the International Criminal Court’s Trust Fund for Victims, VECO Belgium, Bureau international du travail (BIT), CORDAID, and ICCO (a Dutch NGO). Contact:Eric Mongo, +243.985.428.97, +243.813.051.627, aciarongd@yahoo.fr Read more |
Bunia, Ituri district, Orientale province | Microfinance; agricultural development; socioeconomic support for former soldiers; support for small business; support for at-risk youths; organizational development | http://200-500k |
| Orientale |
Action for the Integral Development of Kisangani and the Congolese Central Basin
(ADIKIS)
ADIKIS is a registered NGO with the national government. Kisangani and its environs Rural populations around Kisangani Sectors of InterventionEnvironmental conservation; food security; education; small-business development Funders and BudgetADIKIS’s annual budget is approximately $500,000. Funders include CTB, Asbl Kisangani (Friends of Kisangani, located in Limbourg, Belgium), Rotary International, Rotary Limbourg, the Secular Society for Development Cooperation, and individual supporters. Contact:Professor Dhed’a Djaïlo, +243.998.609.315, benoitdheda@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kisangani, Orientale province | Environmental conservation; food security; education; small-business development | http://200-500k |
| Orientale |
Action to Identify and Develop Efforts of Reconstruction
(AIDER)
AIDER is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Dungu territory of Haut Uélé district AIDER serves the entire population of Dungu territory, with special attention to specific groups depending on the nature of a particular project. For example, AIDER has conducted targeted HIV/AIDS education for young people and “kumba kumba” who are transporters of palm oil. Sectors of InterventionFood security; health; education; infrastructure; WASH; conservation; atrisk youth Funders and BudgetFor 2010, AIDER’s budget was $320,000. Partners include Caritas, FAO, CESVI, UNICEF, UNHCR, IOM, and Mercy Corps. AIDER also funded several of its projects using Contact:Lidwine Kangonyesi Payte, +243.810.235.823, aider_asbl@yahoo.fr, and Henriette Namiko Zibakpio, +243.822.642.990 Read more |
Dungu, Haut Uélé district, Orientale province | Food security; health; education; infrastructure; WASH; conservation; atrisk youth | http://200-500k |
| Orientale |
Youth Association for Actions against HIV/AIDS
(AJAS)
AJAS is a registered NGO with the district government. Bunia, Mongbwalu, and Mahagi Youths; teachers; government officials; the general population Sectors of InterventionAt-risk youths; HIV/AIDS prevention; education Funders and BudgetIn 2010, AJAS’s budget was $25,282; of this amount, AJAS’s members contributed $10,424. Funders include CESVI, Save the Children UK, UNICEF, World Bank’s MAP, Caritas Bunia, Oxfam-Québec, and Tearfund. Contact:Aimé Kpaki, general coordinator, +243.992.603.216, +243.810.852.893, and Achille Ngbagaro, secretary, +243.812.007.139, ajasbia@yahoo.fr Read more |
Bunia, Ituri district, Orientale province | At-risk youths; HIV/AIDS prevention; education | http://10-50k |
| Orientale |
Association for the Promotion of Local Initiatives in the Forested Areas of Africa
(APILAF)
APILAF is registered as an NGO with the provincial government. Kisangani and its surroundings, Isiro, Bunia APILAF has traditionally worked with farmers and pastoralists. It also currently works with entrepreneurs and addresses its trainings on women’s issues to entire communities. Sectors of InterventionSmall-business development; sexual violence prevention; promotion of women’s rights; conflict prevention Funders and BudgetFor 2011, APILAF’s budget is $217,997. Its only current funder is EED. Contact:Engineer Kasongo Deo, executive secretary, +243.998.633.598, aplilaf@hotmail.com Read more |
Kisangani, Orientale province | Small-business development; sexual violence prevention; promotion of women’s rights; conflict prevention | http://200-500k |
| Orientale |
Center to Help Vulnerable Women and Children
(CAFEV)
CAFEV is a registered NGO at the provincial level. Doruma-Dungu diocese, covering parts of Bas and Haut Uélé districts Survivors of sexual violence; at-risk youths, including internally displaced youths; and the general community Sectors of InterventionSexual violence prevention and counseling; HIV/AIDS testing and treatment; sports and business development for at-risk youths; education Funders and BudgetIn 2010, CAFEV’s budget was $2,000. CAFEV generated this money from member fees (20 people gave $5 a month) and fees for computer trainings it conducts (e.g., on how to use Excel). For 2011, CAFEV expects its budget to be between $50,000 and $100,000, depending on project approvals from Oxfam-Québec (project to start in April 2011), CRS, and MONUSCO Civil Affairs. Contact:Abbé Ernest Sugule, president, 0816.081.332, cafevdungu@yahoo.fr Read more |
Dungu, Haut Uélé district, Orientale province | Sexual violence prevention and counseling; HIV/AIDS testing and treatment; sports and business development for at-risk youths; education | http://50-100k |
| Orientale |
Caritas Bunia
Caritas is a registered NGO with the national and provincial governments. Bunia diocese (Djugu and Irumu territories of the Ituri district) The entire population of the Irumu and Djugu territories, although populations directly served vary by project and program. Caritas Bunia works with all populations, regardless of ethnicity, religion, or other factors. Sectors of InterventionWASH; food security; education; health; peace and justice; humanitarian assistance in time of emergency; protection of vulnerable populations (orphans, children, survivors of sexual violence) Funders and BudgetCaritas Bunia’s annual budget is approximately $500,000. Funders include Contact:Abbé Eustache Roger Tsorve, director, +243.998.492.554, +243.810.079.202, caridevbunia@yahoo.fr Read more |
Bunia, Ituri district, Orientale province | WASH; food security; education; health; peace and justice; humanitarian assistance in time of emergency; protection of vulnerable populations (orphans, children, survivors of sexual violence) | http://200-500k |
| Orientale |
The Consultation Group
(CdC)
CdC is registered as an NGO with the district government; it applied for provincial registration in April 2011. The Ituri district, with a focus on areas of gold, oil, and timber exploitation The general population of Ituri, with a focus on populations affected by the exploitation of gold, timber, and oil Sectors of InterventionEnvironmental protection; human rights; economic development; conflict prevention; corporate responsibility Funders and BudgetFor 2010, CdC’s budget was $23,180. Its sole funder was CAFOD. Contact:Jimmy Mugisa, permanent secretary, +243.815.134.070, cdcituri@gmail.com, and Abbé Alfred Ndrabu Buju, coordinator, +243.995.096.220, alfredbuju@yahoo.fr Read more |
Bunia, Ituri district, Orientale province | Environmental protection; human rights; economic development; conflict prevention; corporate responsibility | http://10-50k |
| Orientale |
Rivers of Pure Water That Flow to Others
(FLEVICA)
FLEVICA is registered as an NGO with the provincial government. FLEVICA has its headquarters in Bunia, but works in the entire Ituri district, in Kisangani (where it has an agriculture bureau) and the territories of Beni, Lubero, and Rutshuru in North Kivu (with the fishermen of Lake Edward). FLEVICA works with people engaged in agriculture, fishing, and pastoralism. It also works with women and survivors of sexual violence, and in the past has worked with ex-combatants. Sectors of InterventionFood security; socioeconomic development; environmental protection; human rights Funders and BudgetFor 2010, Flevica’s budget was $253,000. Funders included Trócaire, UNDP, Espoir Pour Tous, the African Development Bank, and FAO. Contact:Jonathan Ukelo Wanok, director, +243.998.683.593, flevica@yahoo.fr Read more |
Bunia, Ituri district, Orientale province | Food security; socioeconomic development; environmental protection; human rights | http://200-500k |
| Orientale |
Women’s Forum of Ituri
(FOMI)
FOMI is registered as an NGO with the provincial government. FOMI works in the entire Ituri district. FOMI primarily serves women, children (especially girls), and women’s associations in Ituri. Indirectly, it aims to serve the entire population of Ituri. Sectors of InterventionHuman rights, but especially women’s rights; sexual violence prevention and assistance to survivors; women’s leadership and political participation; conflict prevention and resolution; socioeconomic reinsertion of ex-combatants; rehabilitation of infrastr Funders and BudgetFor 2010, FOMI’s budget was $194,000. Current funders include UNDP, Trócaire, FAO, and IOM. Contact:Jacqueline Dz’ju Malosi, coordinator, +243.994.011.086, +243.874.784.457, fomibunia2004@yahoo.fr Read more |
Bunia, Ituri district, Orientale province | Human rights, but especially women’s rights; sexual violence prevention and assistance to survivors; women’s leadership and political participation; conflict prevention and resolution; socioeconomic reinsertion of ex-combatants; rehabilitation of infrastr | http://100-200k |
| Orientale |
Groupe Lotus
Groupe Lotus is registered as an NGO with the national government. Lotus is based in Kisangani but has bureaus in the Tshopo, Bas Uélé, and Haut Uélé districts of Orientale province. Groupe Lotus serves the general population in Orientale province, but has programs specifically for human rights victims, including survivors of sexual violence. Sectors of InterventionHuman rights (monitoring, protection, education); good governance; legal assistance; sexual and gender-based violence Funders and BudgetFor 2010, Lotus’s budget was $60,000. Funders include the National Endowment Contact:Dismas Kitenge, president, +243.818.990.950, +243.998.539.252, dismaskitenge@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kisangani, Orientale province | Human rights (monitoring, protection, education); good governance; legal assistance; sexual and gender-based violence | http://50-100k |
| Orientale |
Program of Primary Health Care
(PPSSP)
PPSSP is a registered NGO with the national and provincial governments. From field offices in Bunia (Ituri), Beni (North Kivu), and Goma (North Kivu), PPSSP works in 11 health zones in Ituri, six health zones in North Kivu, and one health zone in South Kivu. PPSSP serves the general population through its WASH and other programs and also engages in work specifically with formerly displaced populations (returnees) and survivors of sexual violence. Sectors of InterventionWASH; public health; emergency/humanitarian response; advocacy in humanitarian sector Funders and BudgetFor 2011, PPSSP has a $3.1 million budget. Funders include the European Union, the Pooled Fund, Oxfam GB, Tearfund (UK, Switzerland, Holland), UNDP, Farmamundi, UNICEF, UNFPA, Jersey Overseas Aid Commission, COOPI, and USAID. Contact:Pitua Uzunga, Ituri bureau chief, +243.997.787.931, ppsspituri@yahoo.fr, and Benjamin Mwaka, program director, +243.815.933.167, +243.998.298.265 Read more |
Bunia, Ituri district, Orientale province | WASH; public health; emergency/humanitarian response; advocacy in humanitarian sector | http://1mil+ |
| Orientale |
Radio Bolingo
Radio Bolingo has applied for, but not yet received, registration as an NGO with the provincial Ministries of Communication and Justice. Kisangani The primary population served by Radio Bolingo’s work is journalists; the secondary target is the general population. Sectors of InterventionMedia Funders and BudgetIn 2010, Radio Bolingo’s budget was approximately $5,000. This money came from three sources: members (who contribute $5 a month, or in some cases more), two small Contact:Jean-Pierre Lifoli, president, +243.812.006.522, racomkis2005@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kisangani, Orientale province | Media | http://0-10k |
| Orientale |
Food Security within Households
(SAM)
SAM is registered as an NGO with the national government. SAM is based in Wamba town but works with groups in Wamba territory’s eight collectives. SAM aims to serve the entire population of Wamba territory, but promotes its work as being a model for the entire DR Congo. Sectors of InterventionFood security; education; water and hygiene; environment and conservation Funders and BudgetFor 2010, SAM’s budget was approximately $12,000, of which SAM provided $3,000 through the sale of manioc and rice from its garden plots. SAM’s only external funder is Manos unidas (Spain). Contact:Joseph Mandi, director, +243.994.341.095, mandijoseph2000@yahoo.fr Read more |
Wamba, Haut Uélé district, Orientale province | Food security; education; water and hygiene; environment and conservation | http://10-50k |
| Orientale |
Securitas Congo
Securitas is a registered NGO at the provincial level and is in the process of obtaining national registration. Securitas has offices in Bunia (Ituri), Kinshasa, and Bas-Congo province. The Bunia office engages in work only in Bunia town and its immediate surroundings. While Securitas theoretically serves the general population by trying to reform the security sector, it specifically works with state agents, including the police (PNC), army (FARDC), intelligence agency (ANR), migration agency (DGM), and others. Sectors of InterventionSecurity sector reform; human rights Funders and BudgetCurrently, Securitas’s only source of funding is a $31,300 grant from the National Endowment for Democracy, which runs from July 1, 2010, to June 30, 2011. Recent funders include UNDP, GRIP, and IANSA. Read more |
Bunia, Ituri district, Orientale province | Security sector reform; human rights | http://10-50k |
| South Kivu |
Arche d’Alliance
(AA)
AA is a registered NGO with the national and provincial governments. Baraka, Uvira, Bukavu (South Kivu). AA is also active in North Kivu, Maniema, Mbuji-Mayi, and Kalemie. Victims of human rights violations and vulnerable groups of people (e.g., youth, widows, orphans, the disabled) Sectors of InterventionHuman rights; peace and conflict transformation; citizen education; sustainable development Funders and BudgetIn 2010, AA’s budget was $1,490,495. Funders include UNHCR, ICRC, Heartland Alliance, UNFPA, and MONUSCO. Contact:Mme. Kapinga, president, +243.997.514.484, archedalliance@yahoo.fr Read more |
Uvira, South Kivu province | Human rights; peace and conflict transformation; citizen education; sustainable development | http://1mil+ |
| South Kivu |
South Kivu Women’s Media Association
(AFEM)
AFEM is a registered NGO with the provincial government. From their office in Bukavu (South Kivu), AFEM’s activities are broadcast in the Kivus and in parts of Rwanda and Burundi. Sectors of InterventionMedia; education; human rights Funders and BudgetFor 2010, AFEM had a projected budget of $190,000. Donors include Diakonie, Norwegian Church Aid, the National Endowment for Democracy, and V-Day. Contact:Chouchou Namegabe, director, +243.994.157.515, chouchou@afemsk.org Read more |
Bukavu, South Kivu province | Media; education; human rights | http://100-200k |
| North Kivu |
Union of Associations for the Conservation of Gorillas and Community Development in Eastern DRC
(UGADEC)
UGADEC is registered as an NGO with the national government. UGADEC works in North Kivu and Maniema provinces, with particular interests in Walikale and Lubero territories in North Kivu, and in Lubutu and Punia territories in Maniema province. Women and children and the community at large living around the reserves Sectors of InterventionEnvironment and natural resources; community development Funders and BudgetUGADEC’s annual budget is approximately $450,000. Funders include The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International, CARPE (Programme régional pour la conservation en Afrique centrale), the Jane Goodall Institute, and the Global Conservation Fund. ICCN provides technical support to UGADEC and ensures training for the organization’s capacity building. Contact:Alexis Kalinda Salumu, coordinator, and Mwami Mukosasenge, president, +243.995.464.451, conservationugadec@yahoo.fr, kamalex2007@yahoo.fr Read more |
Goma, North Kivu province | Environment and natural resources; community development | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
Feminine Solidarity for Peace and Integral Development
(SOFEPADI)
SOFEPADI is a registered NGO with the national government. From its main office in Bunia, SOFEPADI works in the Ituri district and in Beni territory (North Kivu province). Sectors of InterventionHuman rights sector; sexual and gender-based violence; health Funders and BudgetFor 2011, SOFEPADI has a budget of $496,450. Funders include the French embassy, the Swedish Foundation for Human Rights, and UNIFEM. Contact:Julienne Lusenge, president, and Zawadi Mambo, coordinator, +243.998.680.706, sofepadib@yahoo.fr, www.sofepadi.com Read more |
Beni, North Kivu province | Human rights sector; sexual and gender-based violence; health | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
Solidarity of Women and Small Farmers Organizations
(SOFEJEP)
SOFEJEP is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Beni and Lubero territories SOFEJEP works with men and women in the community. Sectors of InterventionFood security; conservation; gender-based violence Funders and BudgetIn 2010, SOFEJEP’s budget was $7,800. Its funding comes from its own activities and contributions from its member groups. Contact:Therese Katungu, coordinator, +243.997.735.116, and Marie Katsongeri, president, +243.991.418.092, sofejep@yahoo.fr Read more |
Butembo, North Kivu province | Food security; conservation; gender-based violence | http://0-10k |
| North Kivu |
Women’s Association for Integral Development
(ASMADI)
ASMADI is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Rutshuru territory, with special focus in the villages of Bweza, Bukama, and Kisigari ASMADI primarily serves the women of Rutshuru territory. Sectors of InterventionFood security; human rights; gender and justice; health Funders and BudgetASMADI’s 2010 budget was $45,902. Funders include MERLIN, ICCO, FAO, and FED (Fonds Européen pour le développement). Contact:Andree Burindi, coordinator, +243.994.555.851, and Safina Kahindo, president, asmadiasbl@yahoo.fr Read more |
Rubare, North Kivu province | Food security; human rights; gender and justice; health | http://10-50k |
| North Kivu |
Women’s Health Actions
(ASAF)
ASAF is a registered NGO with the national government. Based in Goma, ASAF works in the Masisi, Rutshuru, Lubero, and Beni territories. ASAF’s target groups are primarily women and children, but it also serves other vulnerable populations, including the displaced, elderly, and disabled. Sectors of InterventionFood security; health and hygiene Funders and BudgetFor 2011, ASAF’s budget is approximately $500,000. Funders include Mercy Corps, Norwegian Church Aid, and Forum Sida. Contact:Jacques Kahorha, coordinator, +243.994.016.929, asafKongo@yahoo.fr Read more |
Goma, North Kivu | Food security; health and hygiene | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
Community Hope Action Ministry
(CHAM)
CHAM is a registered NGO with the provincial government. CHAM works with the Mutwanga, Oicha, Beni, Rwanguba, Bunia, Nyankunde, and Komanda (Beni territory and Ituri district) health zones. Vulnerable populations, including women, children, and Pygmies Sectors of InterventionHealth; protection; community development Funders and BudgetFor 2011, CHAM’s budget is approximately $150,000. Funders include Bright Hope World, UNDP, and Reach Italia. Contact:Jean Paul Tingityabo Musubi, coordinator, +243.994.181.659, and Undehoso Ukameli, president, +243.997.744.561, cham.action@yahoo.fr Read more |
Beni, North Kivu province | Health; protection; community development | http://100-200k |
| North Kivu |
Technical Council for Rural Development
(COTEDER)
COTEDER is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Beni, Lubero, Masisi, Rutshuru, and Goma Community-based organizations and farmers Sectors of InterventionFood security; organizational capacity building Funders and BudgetFor 2011, COTEDER’s budget is $150,000. Funders include VECO Belgium and CCFD. Contact:Roland Mukata, executive secretary, +243.998.385.738, cotederform@gmail.com, rolandmukata@gmail.com Read more |
Butembo, North Kivu province | Food security; organizational capacity building | http://100-200k |
| North Kivu |
Children’s Voice
(CV)
Children’s Voice is a registered NGO with the provincial government. North Kivu Sectors of InterventionEducation; microfinance; at-risk youth Funders and BudgetIn 2010, CV’s budget was $660,000. Donors included ECI, World Vision, and USAID. Contact:Christine Musaidizi, executive director, +243.992.888.777, christinemusaid@hotmail.com Read more |
Goma, North Kivu province | Education; microfinance; at-risk youth | http://500k-1mil |
| North Kivu |
Dynamic of Women Jurists
(DFJ)
DFJ is a registered NGO with the provincial government. North Kivu Sectors of InterventionSexual violence; human rights Funders and BudgetIn 2010, DFJ’s budget was $130,000; however, for 2011, DFJ expects its budget to be $220,000. Funders include ECI, Finnish Church Aid, ICCO, and UNHCR. Contact:Claudine Tsongo, +243.998.091.890, or Nelly Mbangu, +243.995.406.684, dfjasbl@yahoo.fr Read more |
Goma, North Kivu province | Sexual violence; human rights | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
Women Engaged for the Promotion of Integral Health
(FEPSI)
FEPSI is a registered NGO with the national government. Beni and Lubero territories and Maniema province Women and children Sectors of InterventionHealth; prevention of sexual violence; human rights (especially women’s rights) Funders and BudgetFor 2011, FEPSI’s budget is $391,445. Funders include UNICEF, WFP, Farmamundi, and BOAD. Contact:Safi Kataka, executive secretary, +243.994.003.831, and Marie Dolorose Masika, president, +243.997.719.375, +243.813.037.199 Read more |
Butembo, North Kivu province | Health; prevention of sexual violence; human rights (especially women’s rights) | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
Women Jurists for the Rights of the Woman and the Child
(FJDF)
FJDF is a registered NGO with the national government. FJDF covers the whole of North Kivu province, with particular attention to the territories of Lubero and Beni. FJDF serves the North Kivu community as a whole, but with a particular focus on women and children. Sectors of InterventionHuman rights; gender and justice Funders and BudgetIn 2010, FJDF’s budget was $79,000. For 2011, FJDF estimates its budget to be about $218,000. Funders include the American Bar Association and Finnish Church Aid. Contact:Abidana Kathi, coordinator, +243.998.743.168, abidanakathi@yahoo.fr, femmesjuristesbutembo@yahoo.fr, and Catherine Katungu Furaha, president, +243.997.760.899 Read more |
Butembo, North Kivu province | Human rights; gender and justice | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
Study and Action Group for a Well-Defined Development
(GEAD)
GEAD is registered as an NGO with the provincial government. North Kivu province GEAD serves the entire population of North Kivu, but focuses more on the most vulnerable, including women, children, and the elderly. Sectors of InterventionGood governance; food security; community development; gender and justice; media; health; WASH; peace and reconciliation; microfinance Funders and BudgetGEAD’s annual budget is approximately $400,000. Funders include MONUSCO and the Pooled Fund. Contact:Jean-Pierre Bwira Lukoo, coordinator, +243.816.043.172, +243.990.878.064, and Muchanga Kiitsa, president, +243.994.122.754, geadcongo@yahoo.fr, bwilukoo@yahoo.fr Read more |
Goma, North Kivu province | Good governance; food security; community development; gender and justice; media; health; WASH; peace and reconciliation; microfinance | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
Community Framing Group for Integral Development
(GECDI)
GECDI is a registered NGO with the territorial government. GECDI works throughout North Kivu province, but with greater focus on the territories of Rutshuru and Masisi. GECDI primarily works with women and vulnerable youths, but indirectly engages and serves the entire community. Sectors of InterventionHuman rights and civic education; the environment and natural resources; gender and justice; development and food security Funders and BudgetGECDI’s annual budget is approximately $21,000, and its main funder is ECC. Contact:Munubo Watwere, coordinator, +243.808.758.202, gecdiasbl@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kitchanga, North Kivu province | Human rights and civic education; the environment and natural resources; gender and justice; development and food security | http://10-50k |
| North Kivu |
HEAL Africa
(HEAL Africa)
HEAL Africa is a registered NGO with the national government. North Kivu and Maniema provinces General population, but with specific programs for women, people with HIV/AIDS, and orphans Sectors of InterventionHealth; education; gender-based violence; peace and reconciliation; small-business development and microfinance Funders and BudgetFor 2011, HEAL Africa’s budget is $9,014,400. Funders include USAID, ECI, UNICEF, Holland Gender and Justice, the Pooled Fund, Tearfund, and the European Union. Contact:Jo Lusi, +243.813.674.587, +243.808.592.603, www.healafrica.org Read more |
Goma, North Kivu province | Health; education; gender-based violence; peace and reconciliation; small-business development and microfinance | http://1mil+ |
| North Kivu |
Synergy of Women for the Victims of Sexual Violence
(SFVS)
SFVS is a registered NGO with the provincial government. North Kivu Sectors of InterventionSexual violence; health; human rights Funders and BudgetThe 2010 budget was $250,000. Donors include the government of Holland, DDC (Switzerland), Amnesty International, FrontLine, ECI, and ICCO (Dutch). Contact:Justine Bihamba, coordinator, +243.813.179.957, +243.995.484.965, justinekascoth@ gmail.com Read more |
Goma, North Kivu province | Sexual violence; health; human rights | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
Group of Action and Support for Indigenous Development
(GRAADE)
GRAADE is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Walikale territory GRAADE works with the general population and local leaders, but specifically targets women, children, and vulnerable populations. Sectors of InterventionFood security; at-risk youth; child protection; gender and justice; good governance; pacific cohabitation Funders and BudgetFor 2011, GRAADE’s budget is $430,000. Funders include IMC, UNICEF, FAO, and Caritas. Contact:Zenon Kabaka, coordinator, +243.810.808.311, graadeasbl@yahoo.fr, kantaze@yahoo.fr Read more |
Walikale, North Kivu province | Food security; at-risk youth; child protection; gender and justice; good governance; pacific cohabitation | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
Network of Congolese Youth Associations against AIDS
(RACOJ)
RACOJ is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Walikale territory Sectors of InterventionAt-risk youth; sexual and gender-based violence; health Funders and BudgetIn 2010, RACOJ’s budget was $13,000. Funders were IMC, Caritas Goma, ActionAid, and HEAL Africa. Contact:Methode Bantea, director, +243.810.316.716, racojwlkl@yahoo.fr Read more |
Walikale, North Kivu province | At-risk youth; sexual and gender-based violence; health | http://10-50k |
| North Kivu |
Responsible Reproductive Health Program in North Kivu
(PROREN)
PROREN is a registered NGO with the provincial government. The Beni and Oicha health zones PROREN primarily serves women and children. Sectors of InterventionHealth; sexual violence Funders and BudgetFor 2011, PROREN plans for a budget of $144,800. Funders include UNDP, the Association AMO Congo and Reach Italia. Contact:Olga Kitumbu Mashingo, coordinator, +243.998.577.184, proren_asbl@yahoo.fr, omashingo@yahoo.fr Read more |
Beni, North Kivu province | Health; sexual violence | http://100-200k |
| North Kivu |
Promotion of Democracy and Protection of Human Rights
(PDH)
PDH is a registered NGO with the national government. PDH covers the whole of North Kivu province, with particular attention to the territories of Walikale, Masisi, Nyiragongo, Rutshuru, and Goma. In South Kivu, it works in the territory of Kalehe. PDH serves the North Kivu community as a whole. Sectors of InterventionHuman rights; democracy and governance Funders and BudgetFor 2011, PDH expects its budget to be approximately $390,000. Funders include the National Endowment for Democracy, Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, Contact:Jean Marie Kambere, +243.994.166.626, and Joseph Dunia, +243.813.136.899, pdhrdcongo_org@yahoo.fr, duniaruj@yahoo.fr Read more |
Goma, North Kivu province | Human rights; democracy and governance | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
League of Women’s Farmers Organizations in Congo
(LOFEPACO)
LOFEPACO is a registered NGO with the provincial government. LOFEPACO covers all the territories of North Kivu. LOFEPACO primarily works with women’s groups. Sectors of InterventionFood security; microcredit; sexual violence; education Funders and BudgetIn 2011, LOFEPACO’s budget is about $300,000. Funders include Oxfam Novib, VECA Belgique, Agriterra, and IFDC. Contact:Vea Kavira Kahoma, coordinator, +243.997.185.105, and Victorine Nziavake Vasiyanirya, president, +243.997.043.263, lofepacordc@yahoo.fr Read more |
Butembo, North Kivu province | Food security; microcredit; sexual violence; education | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
LISVDHE—League of Voluntary Sacrifice for Human Rights and the Environment
(LISVDHE)
LISVDHE is a registered NGO with the provincial government. LISVDHE concentrates its actions in Rutshuru territory but has also worked in Masisi, Nyiragongo, Mweso, Kitshanga, Kibumba, and Katsiru. General population Sectors of InterventionHuman rights; good governance Funders and BudgetFor 2011, LISVDHE has a budget of $50,000. Funders include KIOS, UNICEF, and UNDP. Contact:Mathieu Mufanzala, coordinator, +243.994.068.726, and Anicet Katsuva, +243.997.094.203, lisvdhe@yahoo.fr Read more |
Rubare, North Kivu province | Human rights; good governance | http://10-50k |
| North Kivu |
Development League for Congo
(LIDE)
LIDE is a registered NGO with the provincial government. North Kivu and the Ituri district (in Orientale province). LIDE has also undertaken consultancies in South Kivu and Maniema. Sectors of InterventionMicrofinance; food security; health; renewable energy; education Funders and BudgetIn 2010, LIDE’s budget was $150,000. LIDE self-funds some of its activities and receives other funding from the CCFD. Contact:Stanislas Mafika, coordinator, +243.998.386.684, lidelitembo@yahoo.fr Read more |
Butembo, North Kivu province | Microfinance; food security; health; renewable energy; education | http://100-200k |
| North Kivu |
Hekima
Hekima is a registered NGO with the provincial government and Central Bank of Congo. The areas around Goma (North Kivu), Bukavu (South Kivu), and Kavumu (South Kivu). Sectors of InterventionMicrofinance Funders and BudgetFor 2010, Hekima had a budget of $765,289. Its donors for FY2009–2010 were World Relief, KfW, Kiva, the Grameen Foundation, and Triple Jump. Contact:Marcellin Matabishi, director, +243.999.302.912, mmatabishi@hekima-microfinance.org, www.hekima-microfinance.org Read more |
Goma, North Kivu province | Microfinance | http://500k-1mil |
| Maniema |
Health and Development Association
(ANAM)
ANAM is a registered NGO with the provincial government. The Kindu and Kunda health zones in Maniema province ANAM strives to improve health care for the entire population in the health zones where it works, but also has specific activities for women. Sectors of InterventionHealth Funders and BudgetANAM has an annual budget of $450,000. Funders are Oxfam Novib and Contact:Tati Kabengwa Ramazani, coordinator, +243.994.401.978, anam_afia@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Health | http://200-500k |
| Maniema |
Association for the Support of the Women of Maniema
(APEF)
APEF is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Maniema province, especially in Kindu town, and Kasongo and Pangi territories APEF primarily serves the women of Maniema province. Sectors of InterventionHealth; education; agriculture and livestock; human rights; microfinance and microcredit Funders and BudgetIn 2010, APEF’s budget was $720,000. Funders include the Fund for the Contact:Mrs. Daphrose, vice coordinator, +243.990.338.118, apefmaniema@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Health; education; agriculture and livestock; human rights; microfinance and microcredit | http://500k-1mil |
| Maniema |
Association Mwanga
Mwanga is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Mwanga works throughout Maniema province, but with greater focus on the territories of Pangi, Kindu, Kibombo, Kabambare, and Kasongo. Mwanga primarily works with women and children, but indirectly engages and serves the entire population of Maniema province. Sectors of InterventionHuman rights and civic education; the environment and natural resources; gender and justice; development and food security Funders and BudgetMwanga’s budget is approximately $55,000 each year. Funders include the Contact:Theophile Barwani, as_mwanga@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Human rights and civic education; the environment and natural resources; gender and justice; development and food security | http://50-100k |
| Maniema |
Caritas Kindu
Caritas is registered as an NGO with the provincial government. Caritas covers the entire Maniema province through its main office in Kindu and bureaus in Kibombo, Kailo, Punia, and Kasongo. Caritas primarily works with people of the Catholic faith, but also works with and for the general population of Maniema. Sectors of InterventionHealth; food security and sustainable development; gender equality; microfinance; protection of the environment; protection and promotion of, and assistance to, the vulnerable and disadvantaged; human rights and civic education; peace, justice, and peacef Funders and BudgetFor 2010, Caritas had a budget of $975,000. Funders include Caritas (Italy), Contact:Abbé Francois, director, +243.816.886.750, caritaskindu@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Health; food security and sustainable development; gender equality; microfinance; protection of the environment; protection and promotion of, and assistance to, the vulnerable and disadvantaged; human rights and civic education; peace, justice, and peacef | http://500k-1mil |
| Maniema |
Kibombo Women’s Collective
(COFEKI)
COFEKI is a registered NGO with the provincial government. COFEKI works in Kibombo territory, Maniema province. Women and young girls Sectors of InterventionPrevention of sexual violence; human rights (especially women’s rights); education; small-business development Funders and BudgetCOFEKI’s annual budget is approximately $15,000. COFEKI currently has no external funders, but obtains its funding from contributions of the member associations and from revenue created through the sale of goats and crops from COFEKI’s garden plots. Contact:Wilhelmina Fatuma Upelele, president, or Chantal Zawadi, +243.815.673.398, +243.994.325.740, cofekimaniema@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kibombo, Maniema province | Prevention of sexual violence; human rights (especially women’s rights); education; small-business development | http://10-50k |
| Maniema |
Cooperative of Agricultural and Artisanal Production for the Development of Maniema
(COOPADEM)
COOPADEM is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Southern Maniema province, specifically the territories of Kasongo, Kibombo, and Kabambare, as well as part of Pangi territory Farmers and peasants, who make up the majority of the population in southern Maniema; also government officials Sectors of InterventionFood security; good governance; media; community development Funders and BudgetIn 2010, COOPADEM’s budget was $47,000. For 2011, COOPADEM has no external funders and is raising its own funds from the people of southern Maniema to sustain its activities. Contact:Suen Bin Modeste Shabani, director, +243.813.136.043, sautiyamkaaji@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kasongo, Maniema province | Food security; good governance; media; community development | http://10-50k |
| Maniema |
Regional Board of National Development Organizations–Maniema
(CRONGD)
CRONGD Maniema is a member of the national CRONGD association and a registered NGO with the national government. The entire Maniema province CRONGD primarily serves community-based organizations, but indirectly serves the entire population of Maniema. Sectors of InterventionHuman rights and good governance; food security; community development; gender and justice; media; environmental protection; health and WASH Funders and BudgetCRONGD’s annual budget is approximately $300,000. Funders include Oxfam Novib and UNDP. Contact:Denis Luganu, executive secretary, +243.993.825.004, crongdmaniema@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Human rights and good governance; food security; community development; gender and justice; media; environmental protection; health and WASH | http://200-500k |
| Maniema |
Department for Women and Family
(DFF)
DFF is a registered NGO with the national and provincial governments. The entire Maniema province DFF primarily works with women, but more broadly engages with the entire society in Maniema to promote the rights and status of women, as well as to advance the importance of family. Sectors of InterventionFood security; education and professional training; sexual violence; human rights; health Funders and BudgetDFF’s annual budget is approximately $100,000. Recent funders include ICCO, Kerk in Actie, GIZ (formerly GTZ), and UNFPA. It also earns money through renting out a conference room in its Kindu office ($50 per day) and selling baked goods and other foods at meetings in its building. Contact:Philomine Azama Asini, +243.998.910.871, dffkinduma@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Food security; education and professional training; sexual violence; human rights; health | http://50-100k |
| Maniema |
Faraja School Complex
The Faraja School Complex is registered as an NGO with the provincial government. Kindu town, but the school is open to any deaf and/or mute person in Maniema province The Faraja School Complex primarily works with deaf and mute individuals but also with nonimpaired youths attending its primary school. Sectors of InterventionEducation; vocational training Funders and BudgetFor 2010, the Faraja center’s budget was approximately $21,500. Funders include national and provincial government agencies, school fees, donations from local residents, and profits from selling clothes, furniture, and bricks made by its vocational students. Contact:Ngongo Ngenyanga, +243.853.939.747, +243.810.520.176, ngenyanga@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Education; vocational training | http://10-50k |
| Maniema |
Rights of the Human
(HBM)
HBM is a registered NGO with the provincial government. HBM covers the whole of Maniema province, with particular attention to the territories of Kibombo, Kasongo, Kabambare, Punia, Lubutu, and Kindu. HBM serves the Maniema community as a whole, but with a particular focus on women and children. Sectors of InterventionHuman rights; good governance; media Funders and BudgetIn 2010, HBM’s budget was $70,000. For 2011, HBM expects its budget to grow to $75,000. Funders include the National Endowment for Democracy, MONUSCO, and Global Rights. Contact:Raphael Upelele Lokenga, executive secretary, +243.993.391.038, hakizabinad@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Human rights; good governance; media | http://50-100k |
| Maniema |
Maniema Freedom
(MALI)
MALI is registered as an NGO with the provincial government. The entire Maniema province MALI targets the community of Maniema as a whole but pays special attention to leaders and decision makers at all levels. Sectors of InterventionHuman rights; the environment and natural resources; peace and justice; media; gender equality; sexual and gender-based violence Funders and BudgetMALI’s annual budget is approximately $200,000. Funders include Oxfam Novib, the National Endowment for Democracy, and MONUSCO. Contact:Paul Kasongo Ngoy, +243.999.145.386, maliinfo@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Human rights; the environment and natural resources; peace and justice; media; gender equality; sexual and gender-based violence | http://100-200k |
| Maniema |
Woman Stand Up!
(Mama Amka)
Mama Amka is a registered NGO with the provincial government. The Kasongo and Lusangi health zones of Maniema province Mama Amka primarily targets women and children, although it indirectly serves the entire population in its areas of operation. Sectors of InterventionFood security; gender and justice (sexual violence); small-business development Funders and BudgetMama Amka’s annual budget is approximately $20,000. Funders include CARE International and Caritas. Contact:Mama Marie, coordinator, +243.812.473.229, +243.991.744.236, agathe.amka@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kasongo, Maniema province | Food security; gender and justice (sexual violence); small-business development | http://10-50k |
| Maniema |
Program of Assistance to the Disadvantaged Youth of Maniema
(PAED)
PAED is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Kindu and the rural areas of Kailo, Kabambare, and Kampene Vulnerable youths, including youths accused of witchcraft, the physically disabled, orphans, former child soldiers, and girls who are survivors of sexual violence Sectors of InterventionMicrofinance; food security; peace and reconciliation; professional training; small-business development; sexual violence Funders and BudgetIn 2010, PAED’s budget was $19,570. PAED obtains funding from the Central Bureau of Coordination (Bureau centrale de coordination, or BCECO, part of the Ministry of Finance) of the Congolese government, from a fund provided by the World Bank. Contact:Mr. Kayumba, coordinator, +243.813.288.186, paedmaniema@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Microfinance; food security; peace and reconciliation; professional training; small-business development; sexual violence | http://10-50k |
| Maniema |
Women’s Union for Development
(UMAMA)
UMAMA is a registered NGO with the provincial government. The territories of Kasongo, Kabambare, Kibombo, Pangi, and Kindu UMAMA primarily serves women but believes that through its work with women it reaches the entire society of Maniema. Sectors of InterventionHuman rights; public health; food security; sexual violence; microcredit; environmental protection Funders and BudgetUMAMA’s annual budget is about $120,000 per year. Funders include Christian Aid, GIZ (formerly GTZ), and UNFPA. Contact:Mrs. Albertine, +243.810.847.325, ong_umama@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Human rights; public health; food security; sexual violence; microcredit; environmental protection | http://100-200k |
| Maniema |
Farmers Unit Maniema
(UWAKI)
UWAKI is a registered NGO with the provincial government. UWAKI covers the territories of Kailo, Pangi, Kasongo, and Kibombo, plus Kindu city. UWAKI primarily works with and supports women. Sectors of InterventionAgriculture, animal husbandry, and fishing; gender and development; public health; education; human rights (particularly women’s rights); environment and conservation; construction of water points; microcredit; good governance Funders and BudgetIn 2010, UWAKI’s budget was $750,000. Funders include KfW’s Fund for the Strengthening of Peace Project and Oxfam Novib. Contact:Kadi Kasakarume, executive secretary, +243.997.141.247, uwaki_8 maniema2@yahoo.fr Read more |
Kindu, Maniema province | Agriculture, animal husbandry, and fishing; gender and development; public health; education; human rights (particularly women’s rights); environment and conservation; construction of water points; microcredit; good governance | http://500k-1mil |
| North Kivu |
Concrete Actions for the Protection of Infancy
(ACOPE)
ACOPE is a registered NGO with the provincial government. From its main office in Beni, ACOPE covers Lubero and Beni territories. Children, particularly at-risk youths Sectors of InterventionFood security; child protection; education Funders and BudgetACOPE’s annual budget is about $172,000, mainly funded by UNICEF. Contact:Mopero Kambale Kamaliro, coordinator, +243.819.321.897, +243.994.031.579, acoperdc@yahoo.fr Read more |
Beni, North Kivu province | Food security; child protection; education | http://100-200k |
| North Kivu |
Action of Community Farmers for Integral Development
(ACPDI)
ACPDI is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Lubero territory and Butembo town Farmers and their families, youths, and women Sectors of InterventionFood security; health; youth training; environment protection; microcredit Funders and BudgetFor 2010, ACPDI’s budget was $363,459. Funders include AAA, FAO, World Vision, Reach Italia, ECHO, and the Congolese Ministry of Agriculture. Contact:Kachelewa Paluku, coordinator, +243.994.374.596, +243.810.062.195, acpdi2005@yahoo.fr Read more |
Butembo, North Kivu province | Food security; health; youth training; environment protection; microcredit | http://200-500k |
| North Kivu |
Act for Gender
(AFG)
AFG is a registered NGO with the provincial government. Beni and Lubero territories Sectors of InterventionWASH; food security; good governance; microfinance; health; peace building Funders and BudgetFor 2010, AFG’s budget was $72,000. Funders include UNDP (Pooled Fund money); AFG gets seeds and other nonmonetary assistance from FAO. Contact:Sebastien Makwa, coordinator, +243.994.025.396, +243.810.379.824, actforgender@rocketmail.com Read more |
Beni, North Kivu province | WASH; food security; good governance; microfinance; health; peace building | http://50-100k |
| North Kivu |
Actions and Interventions for Social Development and Training
(AIDES)
AIDES is a registered NGO with the national government. In North Kivu, AIDES works in Rutshuru, Masisi, and Lubero territories. Displaced and other vulnerable populations Sectors of InterventionProtection; food security; education; emergency assistance Funders and BudgetAIDES’s annual budget is approximately $600,000. Its main funder is UNHCR. Contact:Benjamin Mounege Baharanyi, coordinator, +243.814.168.809, +243.999.993.284, aides.goma@yahoo.fr Read more |
Goma, North Kivu province | Protection; food security; education; emergency assistance | http://500k-1mil |
| Maniema |
Action for the Rural Development of Punia
(ADRPU)
ADRPU is registered as an NGO with the provincial government. ADRPU’s primary activities are in Punia territory, but its radio broadcasts reach other territories in Maniema and Orientale provinces. The population of Punia territory Sectors of InterventionFood security; health; environment; media; conflict prevention Funders and BudgetADRPU’s annual budget is approximately $30,000. Funders include FAO and Contact:Paul Mahamba, coordinator, +243.812.143.764, fmukongo@yahoo.fr Read more |
Punia, Maniema province | Food security; health; environment; media; conflict prevention | http://10-50k |