On July 15, 2025, Nacham Africa welcomed a delegation from the Diocesan Office of Evangelical Action and Development (BADEC Caritas) led by their Executive Secretary, Father Adelin NDAYISHIMIYE to explore collaborative efforts in mental health. Supported by the King Baudoin Foundation, the visit aimed to foster synergy between the two organizations.

Dr Régis Nzoyisaba , Program Director at NACHAM AFRICA , opened the meeting, followed by Mr. Emile Uwezowamungu from the King Baudouin Foundation, who outlined the visit’s objectives. Both organizations presented their initiatives: Nacham Africa’s nutritional and psychosocial programs, and BADEC Caritas’s mental health focus in schools.
Key areas for collaboration identified included:
– Organizing expertise exchange sessions and establishing a referral network.
– Providing training on self-care and trauma debriefing for staff.
– Developing joint projects to enhance impact.

This meeting marked a significant step towards a fruitful partnership aimed at supporting vulnerable children and families in Burundi.