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Hope for Children International – HOCI

Empowering Youth. Building Communities.

    • About HOCI Cameroon

Hope for Children International (HOCI) is a youth-centered, community-based development NGO officially recognized in Cameroon since December 20, 2014 (Reg. No: 09.G.3/14/1/vol.8/119/OAPP).

We use the power of sports, education, and mentorship to inspire and mobilize young people and communities. Our programs aim to stop the spread of HIV, reduce alcohol and drug use, combat youth unemployment, and awaken hidden talents, ensuring a smooth and successful transition into responsible adulthood.

    • Why Our Work Matters

Our approach goes beyond the field. Sports activities are designed to connect young players to their personal purpose, teamwork, and self-discipline — encouraging them to serve not only their teams but also their families, communities, country, and even God.

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    Every child deserves a chance.
    Your gift — big or small — helps us provide life-changing opportunities for children and youth in Cameroon.

  • Share Our Mission

    Be the voice that carries hope.
    Share our story with your network and help us reach more people who care about youth empowerment and community growth.

  • Join Our Movement

    Become a part of something bigger.
    Membership is always open. Join a passionate community that’s transforming lives — one youth at a time.

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Hope for Children International (HOCI) Advocates for Peace In Cameroon

Hope for Children International (HOCI) Cameroon has consistently advocated for peace in the country, viewing it as essential for development and youth empowerment. The organization believes that peace and security are natural outcomes of addressing root issues like unemployment and lack of opportunity, which are the primary focus of their work.

While many different organizations, including other NGOs, the Cameroonian Human Rights Commission, religious leaders, and political movements, have made explicit calls for a return to peace, dialogue, and an end to the ongoing Anglophone crisis, HOCI’s specific approach is that their programs themselves are a pathway to peace. By fostering self-discipline, teamwork, life skills, and reducing social problems, they aim to create a stable environment where peace can install itself naturally, rather than issuing explicit political “calls” in the traditional sense. Their website specifically links community development efforts directly to peace and security outcomes.

Our Mission

To accelerate youth empowerment for a successful development and transition into responsible adults and community builders.

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Message From President/CEO

The Executive Director of Hope for Children International (HOCI), Mr. Ayeah James Yongabi, has called on young people across Cameroon to reject crime, drug and substance abuse, violence, and other social vices that threaten their future and the development of the nation.

Speaking on HOCI’s commitment to youth empowerment, he emphasized that every young person has the potential to become a responsible citizen and leader through education, life skills development, sports, entrepreneurship, and positive community engagement.

“Young people are not the problem; they are the solution. We encourage every child and youth to make choices that promote integrity, hard work, peace, and respect for others. By rejecting crime and drugs, they can build successful lives and contribute meaningfully to society.”

The Executive Director further highlighted HOCI’s ongoing interventions in child protection, life skills education, digital and AI literacy, sports for development, mental health promotion, and sexual and reproductive health education.

He called on international organizations, development agencies, philanthropic foundations, corporate organizations, and individual donors to partner with Hope for Children International in expanding its impact across Cameroon.

“Together, we can create opportunities for vulnerable children and young people, reduce social exclusion, prevent drug abuse and violence, and build resilient communities. We invite partners to join us in investing in the future of our children and youths.”

Hope for Children International remains committed to empowering children and young people to become productive citizens and catalysts for sustainable development.

COVID-19 Awareness for Children in Yaoundé’s Mendong Neighborhood

Raising awareness about the dangers and preventive measures of COVID-19 among 60 children aged 5–15 in the Mendong neighborhood of Yaoundé.

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Brief exercise before start of seminar activities

education on the importance of effective hand washing within short intervals

 

Education on the importance of effective hand washing within short intervals

contribution from a participant on effective hand washing techniques

 

Contribution from a participant on effective hand washing techniques

active participation of participants and sharing of ideas and knowledge on the pandemic

 

Active participation of participants and sharing of ideas and knowledge on the pandemic

a talk and exchange on the dangers and preventive measures of covid 19 between program officer and project participants

 

A talk and exchange on the dangers and preventive measures of Covid 19 between Program Officer and project participants.

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