Empowering Communities, Sustaining Futures.
Improving the quality of life, promoting well-being, and reducing poverty among underprivileged populations in Cameroon.
ABOUT US
Local Initiative for Sustainable Development (LISUDEV) is a non-profit organization that addresses the challenges faced by underprivileged populations and communities in Cameroon. LISUDEV was established in 2020 and legalized in 2022 (under Cameroon law No. 90/053 of 19 December 1990) to transform lives at the grassroots level. We exist to improve the quality of life, promote well-being, and reduce poverty among underprivileged populations and communities in Cameroon.
PROGRAMS
EDUCATION
Over 1.5 million school-age children are in need of education assistance especially in the crisis-hit regions of the Northwest and Southwest
CLEAN WATER AND SANITAION
An estimated 2.3 million people are in need especially in the rural areas.
HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Cameroon faces severe challenges in healthcare including lack of infrastructure, particularly in rural areas, exacerbated by ongoing conflict. Over 3.4 million people are in need.
OUR RESPONSE
HEALTH and WELL-BEING
LISUDEV supports healthcare across the Northwest region, and provides community health services and mobile outreach. Our services include maternal and newborn health services, construction and rehabilitation of health facilities, provision of medical equipment, promoting SRHR, health education and awareness. We also provide training for healthcare professionals and for community health workers, who educate local residents on public health issues, engage in disease surveillance. LISUDEV supports community-based surveillance of diseases of epidemic potential, including Mpox, cholera and malaria, helping to facilitate early detection, prevention and response.
CLEAN WATER and SANITAION
LISUDEV supports access to clean water and sanitation particularly in rural communities and schools. Our services include constructing and rehabilitating water infrastructures, sanitation facilities, menstrual health and hygiene education and awareness. We also provide training on reusable sanitary pads production to adolescent girls and women. Over the past 3 years, these efforts have led to significant reduction in water-borne diseases, and improved the health of vulnerable populations in MOMO and Mezam divisions of the Northwest region of Cameroon.
AGRICULTURE and LIVELIHOOD
Over the years, climate change and its impact including severe drought, increased pests, heavy rains and landslide have led to the displacement of people and reduced agricultural crop production. This has resulted in self-insufficiency at the household level and the country at large.
LISUDEV supports small-scale agriculture, income-generating activities and economic empowerment. We also provide agricultural assistance and training for rural farmers on the use of productive systems that are resilient to climate change, provide quality seeds and farming tools to rural farmers to improve yields, promote regenerative, organic and conservation farming and support supply chain strengthening and market linkage.
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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
2025 ANNUAL REPORT
2024 ANNUAL REPORT
2023 ANNUAL REPORT
2023 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.
Testimonials
Improving WASH and Education
The WASH products and training we received in school have positively impacted the lives and well-being of our students, especially young girls and IDPs from enclaved communities like Asaka, Bakwa, Basa, Banya, Bako, and Ikweri who are attending school here in Oshie. Many young girls and IDPs, who previously faced challenges in accessing WASH products and sometimes used grass, leaves, and dirty clothes for menstrual hygiene, now have access to those products. This initiative has significantly improved the situation; girls no longer resort to using grass, leaves, or dirty clothes during their menstruation. School attendance and performance have increased, and the initiative has significantly enhanced the overall health and well-being of students and the community.
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Isaac-School head and community leader
Improving Sexual Reproductive Health and Well-being
Through LISUDEV’s training, I learned about SRH. Before the training at our school, I didn’t know much about my body, my rights, or how to protect myself. I was shy and afraid to ask questions. But during the sessions, I learned a lot, from menstrual hygiene to preventing early pregnancy and understanding my health as a young girl, and also gained access to menstrual products to take care of my body. Now, I feel confident, informed, and empowered to make better choices for my future. This training has changed my life. I wish every girl in rural communities, especially the IDPs, could have this opportunity.
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Glory – Internally displaced school girl from the Northwest region.
Empowering women
LISUDEV’s training has really boosted my understanding and confidence. Before this training, I was farming groundnuts the way I learned from my parents, without knowing why my yields were always low. Through this training, I learned how to prepare my land properly, select improved seeds and manage pests. For the first time, I also learned how to keep farm records. This has changed the way I see farming, not just as hard work, but as a business that can support my family. I am confident that my next harvest will be better, and my income will increase.
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Mary – Groundnut smallholder farmer.
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