Humanism
Placing human dignity at the heart of every action on the ground.
About
Sahel Solidaire'24, on the ground, by the ground
Humanitarian association founded in May 2023 and officially legalized in September 2024.
Our story
Founded in May 2023 · Far North of Cameroon (Maroua) · Legalized in September 2024. Placed under the high patronage of the First Lady of Cameroon, Mrs. Chantal Biya, UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador.
Committed to the most disadvantaged regions of Cameroon, notably the Far North and North-West where the poverty rate reaches nearly 70%, SaSol'24 supports vulnerable populations affected by climate change, Boko Haram attacks, and separatist conflicts. The association adopts an inclusive approach, involving local communities in the design and management of its actions.
« By the ground, on the ground, at the bedside of vulnerable populations »
Mission, vision & values
What guides each of our actions on the ground.
Working for inclusive development through empowerment
Working for inclusive development through the empowerment of vulnerable groups, with and for communities.
Solidarity
Acting with communities, never in their place.
Integrity
Transparency, accountability and rigour in our commitments.
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Executive board
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Permanent staff
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Temporary staff
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Volunteers
Our objectives
Operational objectives serving vulnerable populations.
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Fighting climate change
We support communities in adopting sustainable, resilient practices in the face of climate challenges.
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Promoting women's empowerment
We strengthen the economic and social independence of women to build prosperous and equitable societies.
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Improving access to clean water
We facilitate access to safe and sustainable water for all communities.
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Fostering access to education for all
We work to guarantee quality, accessible education for all children, especially the most vulnerable.
Operational objectives
- Strengthen environmental resilience through an integrated approach.
- Fight radicalization and violent separatism, preventing the recruitment of young people.
- Encourage the empowerment of refugee and displaced women who are victims of violence.
- Prevent and combat gender-based violence.
- Promote the education of young girls and vulnerable children.
- Improve access to clean water.
Areas of intervention
Priority areas
- Far North (Maroua)
- North-West (Bamenda)
Other areas
- North (Garoua)
- Adamawa (N'Gaoundéré)
- East (Bertoua)
- South-West (Buea)
A word from the president
Rachel Yaoudam
Founding President
Born on September 6, 1991 in Moskota, Far North of Cameroon
Graduate in Applied Foreign Languages (LEA) from the University of Paris Nanterre (France). A teacher of English and French as foreign languages by training, she is an actress and model by passion, and a humanitarian by vocation. She worked as a consultant for the British NGO International Alert in Abuja, Nigeria.
Facilitator of research on drug use, administrator working with international researchers, and executive and communications assistant for International Alert Nigeria.
Coordinator of major research projects (NSRP, Open Society Foundation).
Experience with GIZ-ECOWAS, Alliance Française (Jos, Islamabad) and the promotion of the Francophonie.
Climate activist and advocate for equal opportunities for women and the education of young girls.
Actress (notably in Lupin on Netflix) and voice for health awareness campaigns.
The executive board
President
Rachel Yaoudam
Vice-President
Guidaidai
Secretary General
Gatama François
Treasurer
Nguiziye Odette Sawalda
Auditor
Djakaye Sylvain Mejouweve
Head of Projects and Cooperation
Bafakan Ibel-Ebel Swazy Franka