Transforming Lives and Shaping a Compassionate World on World Humanitarian Day

Rooted in the four core humanitarian principles—Humanity, Neutrality, Impartiality, and Independence, our initiatives embody a steadfast heart. Amidst crises, our work transcends temporary solutions; it embraces a horizon of enduring transformation. Acknowledging the erratic cadence of climate change, our interventions adopt a twin-track approach. This approach ventures beyond immediacy to forge lasting change, tending to current needs while seeking sustainable solutions for communities.

This spirit encapsulates the tireless endeavors of individuals who navigate storms to alleviate human suffering. Their dedication to vulnerable communities during crises echoes the very soul of this day. Let us celebrate their commitment and embrace the collective spirit propelling us towards positive transformation.

By aligning deeds with values, we play a pivotal role in shaping a more compassionate world. The concept of World Humanitarian Day gains life as our efforts gleam as proof of humanity's boundless capacity for care and healing. Within this shared human journey, St. Martin illuminates hope's flame, exemplifying the transformative power of compassion and action. Together, as change-makers, we weave a narrative of resilience, unity, and lasting change—honoring the true essence of World Humanitarian Day.

: Created: 23 August 2023

What we do

Awakening Suppressed Voices

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Breaking the chains of silence. By empowering communities to take a stand, we're unleashing the strength of women and empowering them to combat gender-based violence head-on. Together, we'll create a world free from fear and oppression. Read more … Empowering Women and Girls: Unleashing the Voices of Change.

Treatment and Rehabilitation

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Owing to the high number of people already affected by drug abuse and mental illness who cannot access rehabilitation and treatment services. The project identifies the most vulnerable clients for support to access rehabilitation and medical treatment services. The objective of these support services is to restore the dignity and functionality of those people who cannot independently or with the help of relatives access the retreatment and rehabilitation services. This includes partial payment for psychiatric assessment, inpatient psychiatric treatment and residential drug rehabilitation. Furthermore, the programme implements a community based mental health programme where clients shall be offered outpatient addiction counseling, Intensive Outpatient Rehabilitation, peer support groups etc.

Jaza Kikapu - Fill the Basket

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In 2020, we launched Jaza Kikapu (fill a basket) concept to mobilise resources to support poor women headed households. Jaza Kikapu goal is to enhance and promote the unique role played by women on the family, community and societal level by empowering them and creating an enabling environment for their full participation in the development agenda. Women play an indispensable role in community development as weavers of the social fabric and caregivers. It is broadly designed to uplift poor households through the potential of women and hereby enable them to fully participate in the development of the communities.

Building Resilient Livelihoods

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Establishing Sustainable Livelihoods: We believe in long-term solutions. Through our unique approach, we train 20 “Sustainable Livelihood champions” Trainers of Trainers, cascading valuable knowledge on protection, diversification, and resilience to climate change to 200 beneficiaries. This ensures a lasting impact and empowers communities to thrive independently.

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