The Democratic Republic of the Congo
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, we seek to improve access to education and professional training to women and girls.
National Summary
With a population of over 80 million, the DRC is the second-largest country in Africa in terms of size. However, its recent history has been marred by years of civil war which has killed 6 million. Thus undermining its socioeconomic capabilities and growth.
Since the end of the civil war, the DRC has made significant progress in the education sector. However, millions of girls and young women remain out of school, with no access to education
Young people represent 70% of the DRC’s population; however, with high levels of poverty and with few education opportunities, few jobs and no skills many turn to risky informal labour.
Quick Facts
102.2 million national population
Over 80% living below the poverty line
57% women have no formal education
1 doctor and 4 nurses for every 10,000 people
81 per 1000 live births die before reaching the age of 5
Our Work in The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
We started working in DRC in 2015.
2015
We work with 2 local projects in DRC.
2
We have directly impacted the lives of 1,897 women and girls.
1,897
Featured partners and projects
Baytree Centre
Baytree Centre empowers women and girls through education and skills development programmes in London.
FPTI
FPTI provides vocational training courses in hospitality to young women with fewer opportunities in the Philippines.
ISSI
ISSI provides vocational training in the healthcare sector, equipping students to become nurses and midwives in DRC.
Tewa Training Centre
Tewa provides quality education for women and girls in order for them to acquire professional skills in hospitality in Kenya.
