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Our Children, Our Future: Equipping Bamenda’s Teachers to Fight Gender-Based Violence

Education is the cornerstone of a strong community, but in Bamenda, recent years have cast a long shadow. Children, especially, face a harsh reality. However, a beacon of hope emerged from REWAC, a familiar champion for vulnerable communities. REWAC stepped up to protect children by holding a critical session with teachers from the Heritage Bilingual […]

REWAC: At the Forefront of Dismantling Gender-Based Violence in the Northwest Region

REWAC recently unveiled their progress in dismantling the insidious issue of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) within the Northwest Region. A select gathering of esteemed media men and women, recognized for their dedication to this critical cause, convened at REWAC’s conference hall  for a press briefing. The event commenced with a refined exposition of REWAC’s unwavering commitment […]

Sisia Community Takes Charge: REWAC Empowers Locals to Fight Gender-Based Violence

Think of a community where help for victims of gender-based violence (GBV) is just around the corner. The Refugee Welfare Association Cameroon (REWAC) is making this a reality in Sisia Quarters, a Slum area,in  Bamenda, by establishing a dedicated GBV committee. This committee, formed through a recent REWAC initiative, is a game-changer for Sisia. Key […]

From the Executive Director

This edition highlights the unwavering spirit of the communities we serve. In Sisia Quarters, a Slum area, leaders are stepping up to become champions for safety. In Bamenda’s classrooms, teachers are becoming vigilant protectors. And through collaboration, we are empowering women to chart a brighter financial future. However, the fight for a just and equitable […]

Health, Nutrition and WASH: Can You Help a Survivor Heal?

REWAC Trains Medics on the Frontlines of Healing Imagine this: you walk into a hospital, seeking help after a horrific experience. But will you be met with understanding and care, or judgment and confusion? For survivors of sexual assault, this fear is often a reality. Thankfully, REWAC is working to change the narrative. On the […]

Advocacy and Policy: Building Bridges, Protecting Lives

Police Officers Trained on Domestic Violence and Sexual Offenses. In a significant step towards strengthening the fight against domestic violence (DV) and sexual offenses, REWAC brought together 35 police officers (25 male and 10 female) for a day of intensive training. The focus? Equipping officers with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively handle these […]

Skills Development in Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV)

Imagine a world where communities become fortresses against violence. In Cameroon’s North West region, a shadow of gender-based violence falls across all walks of life. But there’s a flicker of hope. In our drive to champion the rights and well-being of the vulnerable through strategic programs, advocacy, awareness-raising, partnerships, and community empowerment, REWAC organized a […]

From the Executive Director

Hope flickers brightest in the face of adversity. This is the spirit that drives REWAC forward as we embark on a new chapter. Since 2009, REWAC has been a beacon of support for countless refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and other marginalized populations and vulnerable communities in Cameroon. We’ve witnessed their struggles, celebrated […]

Refugee Welfare Association Partners with MTN Foundation to Provide Food Aid to IDPs in Mendakwe

Refugee Welfare Association Partners with MTN Foundation to Provide Food Aid On Thursday, September 21st, 2023, the Refugee Welfare Association Cameroon (REWAC) in partnership with MTN Cameroon through MTN Foundation, donated food and other nutritional items to 54 internally displaced persons (IDPs) and people living with disabilities (PLWD) at the Bamenda I municipality in Mendakwe […]