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About us

Who We Are

AVC Burundi is a community-based development organization committed to promoting holistic, inclusive, and sustainable development in Burundi. We work closely with communities to improve social, economic, environmental, and spiritual well-being, with a strong focus on local ownership, participation, and long-term resilience.

Our approach recognizes that meaningful development must address people's real needs while strengthening their capacity to lead and sustain change within their own communities.

Our Vision

Resilient, empowered, and self-reliant communities living with dignity and hope.

Our Mission

To empower communities through integrated development initiatives that improve livelihoods, health, education, environmental sustainability, social cohesion, and spiritual growth, while strengthening local leadership and community institutions.

Our Values & Guiding Principles

Community empowerment

What We Do

AVC Burundi implements integrated community development programmes that respond to local priorities and align with national development goals. Our work focuses on:

  • Education and capacity building
  • Community health and WASH
  • Livelihoods and economic empowerment
  • Environmental protection and climate resilience
  • Social and spiritual empowerment

Our Approach

We use a participatory and community-driven approach, which includes:

  • Community-led planning and decision-making
  • Capacity building of local committees and leaders
  • Use of local resources and labour
  • Gender-sensitive and youth-inclusive implementation
  • Integration with government and partner systems
Community-driven approach
Partnership and collaboration

Who We Work With

AVC Burundi works in partnership with:

  • Local and provincial government authorities
  • Sector ministries (Education, Health, Agriculture, Environment)
  • Local and international NGOs
  • Faith-based organizations
  • Cooperatives and private sector actors
  • Beneficiary communities

Our Commitment

AVC Burundi is committed to strengthening communities not only to meet immediate needs, but to build resilience, leadership, and sustainable systems that enable long-term development driven by the communities themselves.

Get in Touch

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