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Humanitarian assistant international Cameroon (HAICAM)was established in December 2006 in Tiko, SWR of Cameroon by a group of Cameroonian intellectuals responding to the devastating effects of civil conflict and famine. The organization was founded as a non-political and not-for-profit entity aimed at alleviating suffering and restoring dignity to affected communities through rehabilitation and development projects.

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Our Core Values

  • Integrity – We act with honesty and strong ethics.
  • Equality – We treat everyone with fairness and respect.
  • Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions.
  • Credibility – We build trust through consistent results.
  • Transparency – We operate openly and clearly.
  • Non-Violence – We promote peace and neutrality.
  • Inclusiveness – We involve all voices, especially the vulnerable.

Vision

HAICAM envisions communities in Cameroon achieving improved health, education, human rights, and sustainable development.
We strive to empower vulnerable groups—especially widows, orphans, and displaced families—through inclusive, community-led solutions.
Our mission is rooted in compassion, resilience, and a commitment to lasting impact across every region we serve.

Mission

To reduce poverty and human suffering in emergency and disaster situations while contributing to the overall improvement of living standards for communities in Cameroon.
We respond with timely humanitarian aid, focusing on food security, shelter, health, and education.
Our goal is to empower communities to rebuild with dignity, resilience, and long-term sustainability.

🏆 Key Projects & Achievements

Emergency nutrition and health aid.
Clean water and sanitation programs.
Child and maternal health campaigns.
School supply distributions.
Youth and education initiatives.
Food aid during hunger outbreaks.
Menstrual health education and pad distribution.
COVID-19 awareness and hygiene support.
Orphanage donations and care packages.

HAICAM volunteers distribute clean water, health kits, and school supplies to children and families in rural Cameroon.

Our Projects

Empowering communities through impactful, sustainable development initiatives across Cameroon.

Community Health and Nutrition Services

Clean Water and Sanitation Access

Education and Literacy for All

Protecting Vulnerable Children in Cameroon

Coordinated Emergency Response and Relief

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Agriculture, Food Security,

Emergency Relief and Disaster Response

Environmental Awareness and Protection

To reduce poverty and human suffering in emergency and disaster situations while contributing to the overall improvement of living standards for communities in Cameroon.
We respond with timely humanitarian aid, focusing on food security, shelter, health, and education.
Our goal is to empower communities to rebuild with dignity, resilience, and long-term sustainability.

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Agriculture, Food Security, and Livestock Development

NURTURING COMMUNITIES THROUGH SUSTAINABLE FARMING AND LIVELIHOODS

HAICAM is dedicated to improving agriculture and livestock sustainability while addressing food security challenges in Cameroon. The organization aims to mitigate the impacts of recurrent droughts, famine, and conflicts that disrupt traditional farming and herding practices. By empowering local communities with modern agricultural knowledge and resources, HAICAM ensures they can achieve higher productivity and resilience against environmental and economic shocks.

Core activities include training farmers in modern agricultural practices, distributing high-quality seeds and tools, and promoting sustainable farming techniques that preserve soil fertility. These measures improve crop yields and enhance food security for rural households. HAICAM also develops small-scale irrigation systems and establishes community food reserves to ensure year-round food availability.

Livestock is a cornerstone of Cameroon livelihoods, and HAICAM provides veterinary services, supports livestock restocking programs, and educates pastoralists on sustainable grazing and animal husbandry. These interventions protect livestock health, improve productivity, and safeguard the primary source of income for many families. Additionally, climate adaptation strategies such as drought-resistant crops and water conservation methods are actively promoted to combat the effects of climate change.

Future plans include expanding irrigation networks, introducing innovative agricultural technologies, and forging stronger partnerships with local and international stakeholders to scale efforts. Through its work, HAICAM fosters community resilience and self-reliance, ensuring sustainable development and poverty reduction.

Education , and Vocational Training for Marginalized Groups

EMPOWERING MINDS, BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES FOR ALL
Children attending a HAICAM-supported classroom in Cameroon, receiving free education and school supplies.

Future goals include expanding mobile education programs and vocational training centers to reach more underserved communities. HAICAM also plans to increase advocacy for education, especially for girls, by addressing cultural attitudes that limit their access to schooling. These initiatives empower communities to achieve lasting improvements in their quality of life.

HAICAM prioritizes education for marginalized communities, including pastoralists and rural populations, who often face significant barriers due to poverty, nomadic lifestyles, and cultural factors. By improving access to education and vocational training, HAICAM seeks to uplift these communities, enabling them to lead more productive and self-sufficient lives.

The organization operates mobile schools tailored to pastoralist communities, ensuring children have access to education despite frequent migrations. These schools focus on literacy, numeracy, and life skills, offering flexible curricula that balance education with herding responsibilities. HAICAM also builds and rehabilitates community-based schools, providing free education, school supplies, and scholarships to children from low-income families.

Vocational training is another cornerstone of HAICAM’s efforts. Training programs in trades like carpentry, tailoring, and masonry equip youth and adults with practical skills aligned with local labor market demands. Collaborations with local businesses further enhance job opportunities, while specialized training helps graduates start small businesses or secure stable employment.

Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Initiatives

CLEAN WATER, SAFE SANITATION, HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES
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Looking ahead, HAICAM aims to expand WASH services to underserved areas and strengthen resilience to climate change through innovative water and sanitation projects. By prioritizing these efforts, HAICAM significantly improves health outcomes and fosters long-term sustainability for vulnerable populations.

Access to clean water, improved sanitation, and hygiene education is vital for the well-being of Cameroonian communities, especially in rural areas. HAICAM’s WASH initiatives address water scarcity and poor sanitation to reduce waterborne diseases and enhance overall health. These programs are essential in regions where infrastructure is limited, and water-related challenges are acute.

To improve water access, HAICAM constructs and rehabilitates wells, boreholes, and solar-powered water systems, providing sustainable solutions for clean drinking water. Rainwater harvesting systems are also installed in areas where groundwater is scarce, ensuring communities have reliable water sources during dry seasons.

Sanitation infrastructure, such as latrines and waste management systems, is a key focus. By promoting hygienic practices and building facilities in schools, health centers, and public areas, HAICAM reduces the prevalence of open defecation and its associated health risks. Hygiene education campaigns further empower communities with knowledge about disease prevention, safe water use, and waste disposal.

Health and Nutrition for Humans and Livestock

COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH AND NUTRITION SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITIES AND LIVESTOCK

HAICAM recognizes the critical connection between human health, livestock well-being, and nutrition in Cameroon communities. Pastoralist populations, in particular, depend on livestock for food, income, and economic stability, making their health inseparable from human well-being. HAICAM’s integrated health and nutrition programs address these interrelated needs to improve livelihoods and resilience.

The organization provides essential healthcare services, including maternal and child health programs, vaccination campaigns, and treatment for common diseases like malaria and pneumonia. Nutrition education programs teach communities about balanced diets, breastfeeding, and malnutrition prevention, targeting vulnerable groups such as pregnant women and children under five.

For livestock, HAICAM offers veterinary care, training on sustainable herding practices, and livestock restocking programs to rebuild herds lost to drought or conflict. Healthy livestock contribute to food security and ensure economic stability for pastoralist families. Mobile health clinics extend these services to remote areas, providing both human and animal healthcare in inaccessible regions.

A HAICAM mobile clinic providing healthcare and veterinary services to people and livestock in a rural Cameroonian village.

Future plans involve expanding mobile clinics, scaling nutrition programs, and strengthening community capacity to manage livestock health. By integrating human and livestock health interventions, HAICAM addresses the root causes of food insecurity and improves the overall well-being of Cameroon communities.

Protection and Child Rights Programs

INCLUSIVE PROTECTION AND CHILD RIGHTS ADVOCACY INITIATIVES
HAICAM staff engaging with children in a safe space, promoting child protection, education, and rights awareness in Cameroon.

To further enhance its impact, HAICAM is working to expand its child protection networks, ensuring services reach even the most remote and conflict-affected areas. Increasing access to education, particularly for girls and children with disabilities, remains a priority, alongside strengthening community engagement to reduce harmful practices. Plans to scale up health and nutrition programs will provide children with better protection against preventable diseases. Through these initiatives, HAICAM is fostering a safer, more supportive environment for Cameroonian children, promoting their rights, and building a brighter future.

HAICAM places a high priority on the protection of children and the promotion of their rights, recognizing their vulnerability, especially in conflict-affected regions of Cameroon. The organization aims to ensure the safety and well-being of children by protecting them from abuse, exploitation, and neglect. This includes addressing their basic needs and advocating for their access to education, health care, and social services.HAICAM’s programs are designed to create a supportive environment where children can thrive despite the challenges they face.

Key activities under HAICAM’s child protection initiatives include awareness campaigns to prevent child abuse and exploitation. These campaigns educate communities about issues like child labor and the dangers of recruitment into armed groups. HAICAM also advocates for stronger child protection laws and policies at the national and local levels. Furthermore, the organization has established community-based mechanisms for identifying and reporting abuse, ensuring that victims receive appropriate support. Case management and referral networks link affected children to essential services such as medical care, legal aid, and psychosocial counseling.

HAICAM places significant emphasis on education and child rights advocacy as part of its broader protection programs. Emergency education services are provided in conflict zones, where formal schooling is disrupted, ensuring that children have access to basic literacy and numeracy skills. The organization also works on long-term initiatives, such as building schools, training teachers, and reducing barriers to education for vulnerable children. In addition, HAICAM runs awareness programs to educate children, parents, and communities about their rights, encouraging child participation in decisions that impact their lives.

Emergency Response Programs

COORDINATED EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND RELIEF PROGRAMS

HAICAM is at the forefront of emergency response in Cameroon, addressing the immediate needs of vulnerable populations during crises such as natural disasters, conflicts, and disease outbreaks. Its programs aim to save lives, alleviate suffering, and provide the foundation for long-term recovery. These efforts are critical in regions where communities are frequently displaced or lack access to basic necessities. By combining rapid intervention with sustainable solutions, HAICAM is helping affected populations rebuild their lives and strengthen their resilience to future shocks.

Food assistance is a cornerstone of HAICAM’s emergency programs. The organization distributes food rations to individuals and families affected by crises, ensuring their immediate nutritional needs are met. In addition to food distribution, HAICAM supports emergency livelihoods through cash transfers and agricultural aid, helping families regain self-sufficiency. Malnutrition among children and mothers is addressed through supplementary feeding programs and nutritional education, reducing the long-term health impacts of food insecurity.

Health care and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) are essential components of HAICAM’s emergency response. Mobile health clinics provide primary care, vaccinations, and treatment for epidemic outbreaks in hard-to-reach areas. Alongside health services, HAICAM ensures access to clean water through water trucking and temporary water systems, while hygiene campaigns promote safe practices to prevent disease spread. Emergency shelter and non-food items like hygiene kits and cooking supplies restore dignity to displaced populations, helping them survive and recover from crises.

HAICAM team distributing emergency food, water, and health supplies to displaced families affected by conflict in Cameroon.

 

Looking ahead, HAICAM aims to enhance its capacity to respond to emergencies by strengthening logistics and expanding its health teams. Disaster preparedness programs and early warning systems are being scaled up to mitigate the impact of future crises. The organization is also focused on rebuilding livelihoods and promoting economic recovery, enabling communities to transition from emergency aid to sustainable development. By addressing both immediate and long-term needs, HAICAM is empowering Cameroon communities to withstand and recover from emergencies.

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Your support can spark lasting change in vulnerable communities.
With your help, we provide food, clean water, education, and healthcare.
Every donation empowers families to rise above poverty and crisis.
Together, we can build a more just, healthy, and hopeful Cameroon.

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Account Holder Information:

  • Account Name: Humanitarian Assistance International Cameroon

Bank Account Details:

  • Bank Code: 10033

  • Branch Code: 05216

  • Account Number: 16064000087

Bank Information:

  • Bank Name: United Bank for Africa PLC Cameroon

  • Bank Address: P.O. Box 681 N°5 Nambeke Street, Half Mile, Limbe, Cameroon

  • SWIFT Code: UNAFCMCX

IBAN:   CM21 10033 05216 16064000087 88

Paypal Transfer: info@haicam.org

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🎯 Long- Term Objectives:

  • Support small-scale food production.
  • Promote education and vocational training.
  • Improve access to clean drinking water.
  • Strengthen civil society and democracy.
  • Connect communities with international donors.
  • Build staff capacity and training.
  • Raise awareness on child protection.

⚡ Short -Term Objectives

  • Provide healthcare, clean water, and sanitation.
  • Boost agriculture and food security.
  • Empower women with skills and funding.
  • Promote peace and reconciliation.
  • Encourage self-reliance and civic participation.
  • Support adult literacy programs.
  • Fight FGM and HIV/AIDS.
  • Promote environmental sanitation.
  • Protect women's and children's rights.
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HAICAM stands for Humanitarian Assistant International Cameroon, a non-profit dedicated to improving lives through sustainable development and emergency relief.

HAICAM operates primarily in Cameroon, focusing on regions like Tiko and Bamenda III, with outreach expanding based on community needs.

You can support us by donating, volunteering, or partnering with us. Every contribution helps strengthen communities in need.

We work in health, education, agriculture, child protection, women empowerment, and emergency response to build resilient communities.

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