Support 20 Deaf-Blind Children in Goma: Act Now

Introduction

The “Listening and Solidarity” project aims to support 20 deaf, hard-of-hearing, and deaf-blind children in Goma, North Kivu (DRC). These children live in extremely vulnerable conditions marked by instability, violence, and the absence of adequate support structures. Our initiative seeks to provide them with a safe environment, educational guidance, psychosocial support, and a real opportunity for inclusion.

Context and Challenges

In Goma, children with sensory disabilities are among the most marginalized.
They face isolation, social rejection, abuse, and a complete lack of access to education and healthcare.
Aggravating factors include:

• ongoing armed conflict,
• frequent consanguineous marriages in certain areas,
• the absence of adapted infrastructure,
• limited local resources.

The NGUVU YETU center, one of the few places dedicated to these children, operates with very limited means, making it difficult to support many of those in need.

Overall Objective of the Project

To provide these 20 children with the support they need to:

• learn to communicate,
• develop autonomy,
• access psychosocial assistance,
• benefit from a safe and caring environment,
• gradually integrate into their community.

Planned Activities

The project will strengthen the capacity of the NGUVU YETU center by:

• improving its basic reception infrastructure,
• training specialized staff for deaf and deaf-blind child support,
• ensuring appropriate psychosocial care,
• raising awareness among families and the community to reduce stigma,
• offering individualized follow-up based on each child’s needs.

We are currently in the phase of identifying trainers and learners.
The official project start is planned for November 2025.

Budget and Progress

• Total budget: USD 5,000
• Amount already raised: USD 199

Thanks to our collaboration with GlobalGiving, we are confident that we will reach our fundraising goal. Their platform provides us with increased visibility and stronger credibility among international donors.

Expected Impact

This project will help create:

• a safe learning environment,
• greater social inclusion,
• reduced stigma,
• a more autonomous and dignified future for the children.

In the long term, it will help build a local culture of inclusion and respect for people with disabilities.

Call to Donors

We sincerely call on all individuals touched by this cause:
Your support can transform the lives of children who have never had the chance to be understood or heard.
Every contribution, even small, directly helps provide education, guidance, and a rightful place in society for these children.

Acknowledgements

We express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has already contributed.
Your generosity represents a door to hope, dignity, and a possible future for these children.

Together, with GlobalGiving and committed donors, we can change their story.