Tah kennette Konsum
Executive Director
Tah is a UN Volunteer, Young African Leaders’ Initiative-YALI Alumni, African Changemakers Fellow, and Global Education Promoter with over 16 years of experience in Education, NGOs and Civil Society Management and Leadership. He is Cofounder and Executive Director of the Society for the Promotion of Initiatives in Sustainable Development and Welfare (SOPISDEW). Tah believes harnessing and reinforcing strategic communities of practice in the field of grassroots community development and education, especially in favor of the most vulnerable and marginalized people will promote sustainable development.
Sakghe Mildred ndise
Programs Manager
Sakghe Mildred holds a Master of Science degree in Biotechnology and Animal Production and has interests in food security, global agriculture and climate action issues. She is a Cofounder and Presently Programs Manager of the Society for the Promotion of Initiatives in Sustainable Development and Welfare (SOPISDEW). She is competent in organizational development, program/project management, grants writing and project framework conception, program/project monitoring and evaluation, financial management and administration. With over 9 years of experience, she has worked with several partners and networks of local and national CSOs, CBOs and NGOs in humanitarian action and development contexts with diverse teams to develop and implement sustainable development programs and projects
Weyih Blessing Ringnyuy
Communication and Outreach officer
Weyih Blessing Ringnyuy is a results oriented communication and development professional with a combined education and work career of nine years. She holds a BSc in communication and Development Studies. Currently occupying the post of a communication outreach officer at the Society for the Promotion of Initiatives in Sustainable Development and Welfare (SOPISDEW) Cameroon, a none governmental organization. She also occupies the position of a Communication Officer for the CBC Education Department. Blessing is the Regional Correspondent- Northwest Region-CBC for the Protestant Private Education Agency (P.P.E.A). A Content creator in many media organs in the Northwest Region Cameroon. Member of the ‘‘Team Cameroon’’ on-going Scientific Research Project titled STEM/STEPS with the CBC ED under the supervision of the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) Canada and the NextgenU.org of Canada as Technical Partners. She has experienced working with national NGOs in humanitarian and development context with the Strategic Advisory Group of the Education Cluster for NW/SW Cameroon where she had been a focal person coordinating NGOs working in the domains of education in Emergency in Boyo Division of the North West region of Cameroon. She is keen on aspect that will contribute to the wellbeing of the grassroots people. Her interested is on global solutions that will bring relief to humanity.
Tata Charity Yelan
Administrative Officer
Charity Tata holds a B.A in Law and Political Sciences, Post Graduate Diploma in Law Education, and an M.A in English Private Law. She is a UN Volunteer, Protection Policy Specialist, Commonwealth Certified Peace Trainer and Dialogue Crusader, Winner of the 2019 Faith in the Commonwealth Peace Award. She is equally Law Instructor Higher Education Polytechnics in Bamenda, Administrative Officer and Programs Assistant at SOPISDEW. Charity is a Rights-Based Community Development Activist, Start-up Coach on Honey Marketing Business and Organics. She has spent over nine years developing her capacity and work experience on community paralegal aid, youth advocacy, law and citizenship education as well as human rights issues. She has a great passion to promote human rights and the rule of law especially in favor of marginalized and vulnerable people. From her experience growing up in a disadvantaged setting, Charity understands greatly how poor resource communities face marginalization due to deficiencies in engagements for the promotion of their human rights.
Zini Olivia Bifien
Human Resource Officer
Olivia is a motivated human resources professional with drive for serving a dedicated support specialist and energetic team member adopt in recruitment of employees as well as managing the already employees. Experienced in managing employees and community outreach programs. Has worked as data collector with Agora consulting and also carry out a two months’ internship with jikijem area cooperative credit union (JIACULL) she has experience on child protection in emergency and GBV trained by plan international. She’s a holder of a Diploma in human resources management and currently the human resources officer of Society for the promotion of initiative in sustainable development and welfare (SOPISDEW) for 7 months.
NDANE LEM HEIDI
Finance Officer
Lem Heidi is a Certified Accountant, with a keen interest in Programs Accounting for Profit and Nonprofit Organizations. She is a passionate career-oriented female accountant and finance controller, with over five years of experience in general accounting for profit and non-profit organizations. She has served as Accountant/Finance Officer, Cashier, Customer Service Consultant, Account Clerk and Loan Officer in the social financing sector in Cameroon before joining SOPISDEW. She has great passion for development and humanitarian work. She is a versatile team player eager to contribute a strong finance, accounting, and administrative background towards actively supporting the success of a progressive organization offering opportunities for growth.
PROGRAM'S HEAD
Nchinda Nelvis Yuh
Media and Information Head/ Co-ommunication and Outreach Officer
Nelvis is an enthusiast development communicator with a Bachelor of science Degree in Communications and Development Studies and currently a master student in the same department of the University of Bamenda. He is the program head for Media and information, and has been volunteering as assistant communication officer for same organization for over 2 years. Nelvis occupy the post of Communication officer with Shekinah Transformation (NGO) and is competent in content creation, management of Social media handles, Graphic designing, data analysis(SPSS), Web Management, humanitarian action and community development. Passionate about communicating for change and promoting the idea of sustainable Development, Nelvis have a high esteem for environmental protection and a stand on solving the planetary boundaries.
Favor Tangang
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning
Strong practical experience in project management and a deep field experience in MEALR. I can Execute both Developmental (NGO) and construction projects Great knowledge in project identification and design Experience in Project proposal writing Experience in Project feasibility studies Knowledge in monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning Experience in Project procurement and contract management. Expertise in business plan writing. Peace and climate mitigation advocate
Gaah Maraima Kukuh
Sustainable Livelihood Head
Kengah Geraldine Yayah.
Protection and Social Welfare Head
Kengah Geraldine Yayah is a female humanitarian, peace and development activist and an holder of a Bachelor degree in Corporate Communication and a Master’s degree in Political Science. She is currently working at the Society for the Promotion of Initiatives and Sustainable Development and Welfare (SOPISDEW) Cameroon for 2 years. She presently occupies the position as the head of the protection and social welfare at SOPISDEW. Yayah is equally volunteering with Epilepsy Awareness and Aid Association. She has extensive experience in combating hate speech in Cameroon through her numerous workshops with youths in Bamenda. Yayah has equally collaborated with a national team to facilitate a program on the right to access food and Nutrition by Cameroonians.
Usmanu Abubakar Donowoh
Democracy and Peace Building Head
Mayenni Liousa
Water and Sanitation Head
Tume Romaric
Interns and Volunteers Officer
Romaric Tume is a holder of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communication and Development Studies. His interests are encompassed in promoting development via the Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Matrix (Health, Education, Livelihood, Empowerment, and Social Inclusion). He is skilled in but not limited to Cooperate Communication, Web Management, Project Monitoring and Evaluation, and GBV Case Management. He is currently a #ThierWorld Global Youth Ambassador
Our Work
At SOPISDEW Cameroon, our work is dedicated to fostering an empowering environment for volunteering, aimed at addressing community development, peacebuilding, and humanitarian challenges. We strive to enhance cooperation at the local, national, and international levels to advance sustainable development initiatives.
Our focus areas include:
- Facilitating local, national, and international partnerships to promote sustainable development.
- Directing strategic humanitarian resources towards local initiatives for community development.
- Safeguarding and celebrating the cultural and natural heritage of rural and indigenous communities through cultural exchange and intercultural dialogue.
- Advocating for human rights, peace, justice, and the rule of law within local communities.
Who we are
Our mission focuses on empowering:
- School-age children
- Vulnerable individuals
- Indigenous women
- Youth
- The wider community
- Join us in our journey towards building a brighter, more inclusive future for al
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Humanity
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Our Community Engagements
Our programs are tailored to enhance education, capacity building, entrepreneurship, sustainable livelihoods, health, and wellness, among other essential areas. Our initiatives cater to a diverse spectrum of individuals, including school-age children, vulnerable persons, indigenous women, youths, and the wider community. Through our tireless efforts, we strive to uplift lives within our communities, fostering empowerment and meeting essential needs. Whether you’re interested in volunteering, interning, or supporting our cause, we welcome you to join us in our mission.
Curious to learn more about our programs or eager to get involved? Explore further and discover how you can make a meaningful difference with SOPISDEW.
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