The conflict in Eastern Congo is an ongoing armed conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo that fosters extreme poverty and political instability. Livelihoods are shattered and communities are torn apart as innocent people flee the violence, living as refugees, and militias recruit child soldiers and use sexual violence as a weapon of war.
That’s where Action Kivu comes in
Led by Congolese educator and community builder Amani Mataboro, we are dedicated to repairing the harm done by years of violence and neglect in this region. We focus on the women and children who are the most at risk and whose wellbeing will make the biggest impact in their community. Our mission focuses on four complementary initiatives:
Providing a lifeline to women by teaching literacy, job skills, and self-sufficiency to provide for themselves and their families.
Providing a quality education, bolstered in peace and nonviolence training, preparing future leaders to change their world.
Providing a gathering place for women to learn organic agriculture, grow food to feed their families, and sell at the market.
Through canvassing the community to test for HIV, our team provides access to treatment and general family planning.
Learn more about the situation in the Congo
Wikipedia
Conflict in Eastern Congo
Sexual violence in DRC
Congo Research Group
Non-profit group reporting on the political, security, and humanitarian situation in Congo