SOJPAE-BURUNDI

Together for the well-being of the child

We partner with communities to help children learn, be healthy, and feel safe so they can thrive.

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Our Programs:

Child Protection & Rights

  • We establish safe spaces and vigilance committees.
  • We train teachers, leaders, and local authorities.
  • We provide psychosocial support and socio-economic and legal reintegration.
  • We support women, young girls, and community associations to prevent violations of children's rights.

Health, Nutrition & WASH

  • We screen and treat cases of malnutrition.
  • We build and rehabilitate water points and appropriate latrines.
  • We raise household awareness about balanced nutrition, hygiene, and sanitation.
  • We strengthen access to nutritious food through agricultural cooperatives and resilient food security.

Inclusive Education & Active Citizenship

  • We distribute school supplies and kits.
  • We train teachers in inclusive and civic teaching methods.
  • We establish school clubs focused on peace, citizenship, and the environment.
  • We use radio and participatory theater to raise awareness about education and tolerance.

Community Inclusion of Children with Disabilities

  • We provide tailored educational and medical support for children with disabilities.
  • We create support clubs and inclusive peer groups.
  • We assist vulnerable families through income-generating activities
  • We organize awareness campaigns against stigma and discrimination.

Community Emergency Response

  • We distribute emergency assistance (food kits, hygiene supplies, water).
  • We set up temporary infrastructure (water points, latrines, emergency shelters).
  • We create and manage child-friendly spaces in crisis situations.
  • We support the development and implementation of community contingency plans.

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Our Impact

  • Children Reached 25,000+ Access to learning, meals, and safe activities
  • Communities Served 120+ Across urban and rural regions
  • Volunteers Active 25+ Local mentors and trained child advocates

Our Strategy:

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The 2025-2030 Strategic Plan of SOJPAE Burundi places the well-being of the child at the heart of its priorities, working to ensure their protection, health, education, and inclusion. In response to the challenges of violence, malnutrition, the exclusion of children with disabilities, and poverty, it proposes integrated and sustainable solutions. Its objectives aim to protect children, strengthen their resilience, promote peace, and support the empowerment of families. The strategy is built on participatory and inclusive approaches, actively engaging children, youth, and communities. Through strong partnerships and rigorous monitoring, it aspires to build a more just, protective, and prosperous Burundi for every child.

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About SOJPAE-BURUNDI

SOJPAE-BURUNDI (Solidarity of Christian Youth for Peace and Childhood) is a national, apolitical, non-profit organization founded in 2005 in Bujumbura and officially accredited in 2008 (Ministerial Order No. 530/1358). For over 15 years, we have worked to protect and promote children's rights, consolidate peace, and support sustainable community development across Burundi.

Vision

A Burundi where every child fully enjoys their rights, grows up in a safe environment, and actively contributes to building a just, peaceful, and prosperous society.

Mission

To promote the rights and well-being of children and vulnerable communities through integrated interventions in protection, education, health, inclusion, and resilience, while strengthening the participation of youth and women.

Our Values

  • Integrity and transparency
  • Solidarity and social justice
  • Community participation
  • Inclusion and gender equity
  • Accountability and respect for human rights

Where We Work

  • Bujumbura Province
  • Buhumuza Province
  • Gitega Province
  • Burunga Province
  • Butanyerera Province

Our Partners

We work closely with national and international partners including UNICEF, Save the Children, and the French Embassy in Burundi, as well as national ministries (Health, Education, Social Affairs, Human Rights) and local authorities.

Our Results

  • 25,000+ children protected and supported since 2005
  • 108 safe spaces, 59 health & hygiene school clubs, and 62 school clubs for peace and citizenship established
  • 204 children with disabilities reintegrated into school
  • 5 Rapid humanitarian responses provided during crises (floods in Gatumba and Buterere, displacement in Kiyange, covid epidemic in Rumonge,cholera epidemic in Buterere)

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