Together, we can make the world a better place for all.
Improving the quality of life, promoting well-being, and reducing poverty among underprivileged populations and communities in Cameroon.
ABOUT US
Local Initiative for Sustainable Development (LISUDEV) is a non-profit organization that seeks to address the challenges faced by underprivileged populations and communities in Cameroon. LISUDEV was created on 10/07/2020 and legalized on 05/07/2022 (under Cameroon law No. 90/053 of 19/12/1990: REF No. 21/E.27/ 750/SAAJP). We exist to improve the quality of life, promote well-being, and reduce poverty among underprivileged populations and communities in Cameroon. We do this by improving access to education, clean water and sanitation, healthcare, promoting environmental protection, and empowering women and communities.
PROGRAMS
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FEATURED PROJECTS
EDUCATION FOR RURAL HILDREN AND IDPs
The project supports the education of IDPs and poor and vulnerable children aged 5–17, affected by the ongoing armed conflict in the rural and hard-to-reach communities of Njikwa by providing alternative education through community schools. Children of these rural communities continue their education through contracted community teachers recruited in the community schools.
BAKWA GRAVITY WATER SCHEME
The Bakwa gravity water scheme in partnership with the Njikwa council aimed to improve access to clean water for the rural population of Bakwa. The water source will serve the population of 1500 people (816 children, 364 women and 320 men) reducing the incidence of water-borne diseases in the community, and improve the overall health of the population.
AP-CARE: PRE-CONCEPTION CARE
The “ACTION ON PRECONCEPTION CARE (AP-CARE): Steps to a Healthy Family” project in partnership with Talk Pregnancy with Dr. Noella, aimed to address the critical need for comprehensive preconception care to ensure healthier pregnancies and improved maternal and child health outcomes in the Northwest region.
REPORTS
2024 ANNUAL REPORT
2023 ANNUAL REPORT
2023 FINANCIAL REPORT
2022 FINANCIAL REPORT
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We work towards ensuring improved access to education, healthcare, water, sanitation, and hygiene for underprivileged populations in rural and hard-to-reach communities.
LATEST NEWS
Ending period poverty
LISUDEV in partnership with Talk Pregnancy with Dr Noella, HERO Cameroon and Triad Research Foundation, donated sanitary kits made of (buckets, loins, disposable and non-disposable pads, hand sanitizers, towels, soaps, 40g detergent, pants and tissue rolls) to 30 IDP adolescent girls in Bamenda.
Improving access to clean and safe drinking water
LISUDEV, in partnership with the Njikwa municipal council, improved access to clean and safe water for the population of Bakwa through the construction of a 10 m3 water tank and 1.7km pipeline. The population was also educated on good WASH practices.
Menstrual Hygiene and Reproductive Health Education
IDP adolescent girls in Bamenda drilled on menstrual hygiene and sexual reproductive health and rights. The training included the menstrual cycle, the importance of maintaining good hygiene during periods, proper and effective use of sanitary pads (disposable and non-disposable), as well as practical demonstrations.
CMR-CSO IMPACT CONFERENCE 2024
LISUDEV participated in the 3 day Cameroon CSOs Impact conference 2024. The annual CSO conference aimed at building the capacities of CSOs for a shared mission in promoting sustainable development in Cameroon. This was organized by the LUKMEF Africa Civil Society Center (LACSODEC). LISUDEV was recognized for her efforts in promoting sustainable development in the Northwest region of Cameroon and also became an accredited member of the CMR-CSO IMPACT ALLIANCE.
The AP-CARE project training workshop
LISUDEV in partnership with Talk Pregnancy with Dr Noella (TPWDN) organized a training workshop for CSOs involved in SRHR in the Northwest region of Cameroon. The workshop that saw in attendance over 30 CSOs aimed at building the capacities of CSOs to increase action on Pre-conception care in the Northwest region.
CSO capacity building workshop at the Northwest regional assembly Bamenda.
LISUDEV participated in the CSO capacity building workshop. The workshop organized by GRACARO in partnership with CMR-CSO IMPACT ALLIANCE aimed at strengthening the capacities of CSOs and promoting CSOs collaboration in the region. Our staff were equipped with the skills to scale and create more impact in our communities.
SCHOOL MENSTRUAL HYGIENE: Breaking Menstruation Taboo and Poverty in Schools in the Northwest Region of Cameroon.
It seeks to educate young girls and boys on MHH and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in schools, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Over 200 students gained valuable knowledge in MHH and SRHR. Our dedicated team guided them through essential topics, including proper hygiene practices, environmental management, the importance of support and understanding from both genders creating a more informed and inclusive community.
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