Participating in CFDP activities for the past five years has made me a confident and determined student. During my humble days as a form three student in GHS Nkamlikum, I met with Mr. Diony Collins who then was in charge of CFDP after school session in GSS Nkamlikum now GHS Nkamlikum. He found leadership qualities in me, encouraged me and gave me the opportunity to find strength in leading my peers and in no time I was helping him to run sessions and I can remember a few times he will come and ask that I take control and run session for the day while he watches us and dashes in to correct me. That year we emerged second at the competitive end-of-year gathering in CCAS Kumba, 2011-2012 school year. The following year, I became full time CFDP leader in our school and continued running session for one year in the absence of Mr. Diony, who had become the head of CFDP operations in Kumba. A year after my ordinary level, I moved to CCAS Kumba for high school and continued session in CCAS kumba till this moment. I now hold a first participation certificate from Coaches Across Continents […] Continue Reading…

The youth leadership initiative by CFDP is providing opportunities for youths in Kumba to access leadership training and be better persons with a passion to take responsibility for their actions and those of peers to would be working with on several small projects from CameroonFDP to their respective communities.
After a lesson on what leadership is bout, what qualities do leaders share, what motivates people to lead, the youths were driven on the wheel of setting goals which in fact is a fundamental foundation for effective leadership.
So far all has been very impressive and even more impressive is the positive feedback one gets from these enthusiastic youths so full with a passion for CameroonFDP and its ideal.
Legend FC embarked in community service at the Ma Azi orphanage to encourage other peers at the orphanage despite their present situation they can also became better leaders tomorrow, after cleaning the compound they shared a common meal with the youths thanks to Coach Kingsley of Legend FC.

Jarod Clayton Rogers, a student at the University of Pittsburgh’s Graduate School of Public and International Affairs, interned with CameroonFDP after being introduced to the organization at a Peace Corps event. Before coming to Pitt, Jarod was a Peace Corps Response volunteer in Guyana and a small business Peace Corps volunteer in Mali. He met Justin Forzano while speaking at a Peace Corps event where he presented his qualitative and quantitative data collection efforts in Guyana. Justin approached him with some ideas about evaluating CameroonFDP’s field operations and after discussing it a few more times, they designed a summer project in Cameroon.

While in Cameroon, Jarod collected qualitative data from program officers, the board of directors, and coaches from three cities, which totaled over 40 reports. The purpose of these sessions were to evaluate the operations of the organization and give key stakeholders a voice in the organization, which is tremendously important for a locally-based organization. This internship with CameroonFDP allowed Jarod to apply his knowledge from the Peace Corps and also develop new skills and knowledge.

Are you interested in interning with CameroonFDP? We currently have internships in our Pittsburgh office for summer and fall 2016! Please email [email protected] for […] Continue Reading…

Did you know that sport is used to empower girls across the world – from Brazil to India? Did you know that over 270 million youth play soccer around the world? The United Nations recognizes sport as a powerful tool to improve lives across the world. Three years ago, they created the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP), which is celebrated on Wednesday April 6th, 2016.

This global movement provides many service learning opportunities for individuals and groups to celebrate. When participating in these projects, individuals are exposed to global issues and gain valuable entrepreneurship skills, social responsibility, global consciousness, and other practical knowledge. They also get to know another part of the world they might not be familiar with.

CameroonFDP has supported schools, soccer teams, and individuals in various projects highlighting our work using the game of soccer to improve lives in Cameroon. We’ve celebrated in Pittsburgh for the last two years with some different projects involving soccer and other service activities. If you have any ideas about you can get involved, we’d love to help make it happen.

Join CameroonFDP in celebrating the Third Annual International Day of Sport and Development and Peace. Contact us to get […] Continue Reading…

Some people call it “empowering” women and girls. CameroonFDP call it “investing.” That’s because each action you take to increase a woman’s access to equal opportunities in the workplace, a girl’s access to equal opportunities in the classroom, and steps you take to eliminate the scourge of gender-based violence benefits the community, country, and continent.
CameroonFDP also encourages girls participation in all its programs, empowering girls and young mothers with education on life skill which is the single most powerful means for families to escape poverty in the long run, CameroonFDP operations over the last five years have been able to get young girls involved in community projects, develop skills that can be transferred to Income Generating activities.
Working with girls in difficult circumstances requires honoring their strength and looking for ways to build healthy one-on-one relationships between them and other members of their communities. Many young girls and mothers show great resilience in meeting the challenges they faced, the organization assist them by providing appropriate space and opportunity to take charge of their lives and develop healthy coping skills for their present and future. , when young girls and mothers come together there is a potential for conflict, the fact […] Continue Reading…

This past weekend, there were two games in Mamfe. The first game was between Santos and Nikoto on Sunday, February 28, 2016.
Players from Santos and Nikoto prepare for the match.
Nikoto FC
Santos FC
Players shake hands before the game, promoting fair play and good sportsmanship.

Players from both teams read the motivational statement. This focused on gender and how boys and girls should be entitled to justice and equality regardless of their gender differences.
There was one goal scored during the first half by Santos player Eyong Ben Rawrings. He was also named the Man of the Match. Thanks to Eyong Ben’s goal, the match ended 1-0 in favor of Santos FC.
The second match on Sunday was between Dream Soccer and Mia Ham. Players prepared for the match and warmed up. Then both teams read the motivational statement and played a competitive match that ended in a tie, 0-0.

On Saturday February 27th, Brescia FC  and St. Petersburg FC played at the Government Primary School in Kumba. It was a close match but Brescia came out on top after a goal scored by number 11, Chimi Frank.

Brescia FC ready to play.
St. Petersburg FC also looking forward to a good match.
Captains of St. Petersburg and Brescia FC
Abengang Runt, a form five student at PYC Fiango, reads the motivational statement on Gender and Power. It stated, “In our society today, men always try to trample on women because they think they are more powerful. This is not good. A woman is just like a man. They are strong enough to make their own decisions and benefit from the results. Boys and girls must exercise their rights of control and decide freely and responsibly on matters related to sexuality.”
The motivational statement is also read by Shiabi Rodrique, a form five student at CCAS Kumba.
Players from Brescia FC warm up for the game.
Brescia player Chimi Frank scored a goal during the first half, winning the game for the team.

On Sunday February 21st, Dream Soccer competed against Nikoto FC in the Mamfe League. Dream Soccer scored two exciting goals in the second half of the match, making them the winners. The first goal was scored by #11 Mathieu and the second goal was scored at the end of the match by #14 Enow Crespo. Check out our pictures below!

Players prepare for the match.

Coaches and players shake hands to promote fair play.
Man of the Match Oduak Jefter.

On Sunday February 21st, the Kumba League launched. The first game was played between Wumjeck and Arsenal.

Wumjeck was excited to run new drills.
Wumjeck put practice into motion.
Team Arsenal was also ready to play.
Arsenal players warmed up for the game.
FECAFOOT officials were ready to watch the game.
Referees of the match were ready too.
Both teams promoted fair play by shaking hands before the game.
Wumjeck celebrated their 1-0 lead during halftime.
Arsenal was not discouraged. They were only more determined to win during the second half.
However, Wumjeck held their lead and won the game 1-0.

We are excited for more Kumba matches to come. Stay tuned!

The Tartan Devils’ Third Annual Winter Classic was held on Saturday February 20th. The Tartan Devils Football Club (TDFC), a Pittsburgh adult soccer club, consists of professional, community oriented men and women who are dedicated to bring their knowledge and passion for soccer to Western Pennsylvania. Every year, the club holds a Winter Classic tournament to benefit a selected organization. CameroonFDP was honored to be involved this year.

The event was held at Highmark Stadium on a beautiful Pittsburgh day. There were 4 teams with over 40 players, resulting in some exciting games. Friends and family were also there cheering on the players and enjoying the nice weather.

CameroonFDP also sold Cameroonian jewelry, gifts, and t-shirts. Many players donated their soccer balls and cleats, filling up a whole collection bin. By the end of the event, the Tartan Devils raised over $1,500 for our players in Cameroon.

Thanks again to the Tartan Devil’s and their committee who made it such a successful event!