Ebenezer Community Development organization (ECOD) which was formed with the goal to contribute to the realization of human rights through sustainable socioeconomic development of the targeted communities and is registered with the government of Malawi. The NGO is cofounded with an American Elizabeth Smith based in Texas. Its vision is a transformed community where none lives in poverty while its mission is to empower the poor and vulnerable to attain their human rights.
It works with women; elderly, youth, people living with disabilities; small scale farmers, children; people living with HIV/AIDS; Refugees and host communities and others.
The work of organization is inspired by the following values: Responsiveness – The needs of the community are a priority of our response; Partnership: Believing in progressing together; Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and sincere in all that we do; Excellence: We are committed to the highest standards in pursuit of our mission; Innovation: We are committed to identifying innovative and functional approaches to our work. Equity: Equally sharing of wealth among vulnerable populations and equal opportunity for all.
The organization’s thematic focus areas are: Climate Justice; Economic Justice; Child Development and Protection; Food Security, Nutrition and Livelihoods; Humanitarian Response and Disaster Risk Reduction; Health including mental health and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH); Education; Advocacy, Human Rights and Peace Building; Gender and Disability.
Our website is: www.ebenezercommunitydevelopment.org though still under development.
