Get to know us

The Global Outreach Development and Empowerment Foundation (GODEF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering vulnerable communities across Cameroon. With a mission to promote sustainable development, GODEF focuses on improving lives through education, economic empowerment, health initiatives, and community support. From providing financial aid to orphanages to equipping women and youth with skills for independence, GODEF strives to foster resilience, inclusivity, and well-being. Guided by core values of integrity, empathy, and collaboration, GODEF is committed to creating lasting change and transforming futures for underserved populations.

Our mission

To transform lives by supporting orphans, empowering women, guiding young professionals, promoting sustainable financial management, leadership, family values and enhancing resilience through education, economic empowerment, and digital inclusion.

Our vision

To foster a society where vulnerable women, youth, and children have access to opportunities for growth, empowerment, improve health/security, and self-sufficiency

Our Objectives

The organization pursues the following not for profit purposes:

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Orphanage Support: Provide ongoing financial and material aid to local orphanages to improve the wellbeing and development of orphaned children.
Promote sustainable development in underprivileged communities through education and capacity building.
Women Empowerment: Engage in community and economic development, by supporting vulnerable women especially the IDPs, in establishing sustainable small businesses through financing and training.
Environmental protection by combating climate change and safeguarding the health of planet
Pursue personal development by equipping young professionals with leadership, job readiness, and self-development skills.
Encourage health initiatives by integrating mental and physical wellness programs for holistic empowerment.
Promote Artificial Intelligence understanding in our communities by amplifying their impact and contribute to positive social change in a rapidly evolving technological landscape
Promote sustainable agriculture