In February, ALARM, in partnership with Water Is Basic (WIB), successfully constructed 2 tanks in the Rulimba village. Along with these water tanks, ALARM and WIB implemented a total of 26 washing stations in Kibumba and Buhumba. These washing stations were built in schools, administrative offices, markets, churches, and health centers. Because of this work, […]

The current class of 70 students at the Brenda Tailoring School has remained active even in the midst of the ongoing pandemic. In April, the students were trained in tailoring techniques such as cutting and sewing specific garments. They also attended a 6-day training where they were taught how to be their own boss which included topics in hygiene, health, leadership, marketing,

A General Servant Leadership Conference was held in December and through this conference, church leaders were trained in their role as leaders during political turbulence. 40 leaders participated in this conference and received training in servant leadership. As these leaders were educated in servant leadership, integrity, and faith, we believe that they were equipped to lead

The ALARM Congo Legal Aid Clinic continues to advocate on behalf of children and adults who have been wrongly accused. Over the last several months, the staff has met with many individuals who were wrongly accused, and together they have fought for justice for these children and adults. In August alone, 6 out of 9 children that ALARM

Between November and January, the Water Project staff was able to identify beneficiaries of the water tanks. In total, 4 tanks were built in 2 different areas and at the end of January, the staff went with a team of doctors to identify the sites where the hand-washing stations will be built.

In August, Marie-Jeanne (The ALARM DR Congo Country Director) facilitated a conference for women leaders. During this conference, Marie-Jeanne taught women leaders of all religions on how to face challenges. There were 323 attendees who participated in teachings on justice, empowerment, and the basic dignities of women/girls.

ALARM DR Congo, in partnership with Water Is Basic, continues to provide access to clean water throughout the DR Congo. This water project continues to prove that as water tanks are built and filters are distributed, there is a direct decrease in disease and an increase in the number of women who can focus on

On October 26th, 224 people gathered together to celebrate the 69 Brenda Tailoring School graduates! These students have successfully passed their final state exams and are prepared to begin their journey as future entrepreneurs and tailors! This 9-month program equips and trains young adults to become future tailors and business owners and after completing this program,

The Pastoral Leadership Training Institute (PLTI) trains pastors and church leaders in Biblical, theological, leadership, and reconciliation principles and practices while cultivating pastoral skills and encouraging an expansive love of God and others. The program seeks to achieve ALARM’s goal which is to strengthen and empower the African church by equipping the untrained leadership with

The Brenda Tailoring School was founded as a response to the education gap for women in the DR Congo. The program was founded in 2006 with 6 students and has since graduated 433 students including 424 women and 9 men. After being trained in sewing techniques, the graduates receive sewing kits and are able to