We work to remove the barriers limiting the agency, safety, and meaningful participation of girls and young people in the decisions shaping their lives.
Young people make up more than 60% of Cameroon’s population, yet many remain excluded from decisions shaping their futures.
Girls and young women continue to be underrepresented in civic, political, and community decision-making spaces.
Source: World Population Review
Violence continues to limit the safety, confidence, and participation of many girls and young women.
More than 1 in 3 women in Cameroon experience physical or sexual violence before the age of 49.
Source: Cameroon DHS 2018
Limited access to accurate sexual and reproductive health information and services continues to affect dignity, autonomy, and opportunity.
Many adolescents still face barriers to youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health information and support.
Source: UNFPA Cameroon
A society cannot truly be inclusive while girls and young people remain unheard, unsafe, or excluded from the decisions shaping their lives.
We are building a future where girls and young people are safe, informed, and able to participate fully in the decisions shaping their lives.
Every AAGYW program is built on three interconnected pillars.
We equip girls with knowledge, confidence and platforms to participate in civic life — from local governance to national policy.
We protect girls from gender-based violence, advocate for health rights, and create safe spaces for healing and growth.
We invest in girls as leaders — mentoring, training and supporting them to become agents of transformation in their communities.
This association empowers girls to thrive. We support young women with hope, skills, and opportunities.
Ndum Charlotte Ayeah holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Political Science from the University of Bamenda. Her work focuses on advancing the participation of girls and young people in decision-making processes and strengthening the link between lived experiences, evidence, and public policy. In 2021, she founded AAGYW Cameroon, a youth-led organization working to expand agency, participation, and opportunity for girls and young people. Through the organization, she leads initiatives that promote civic participation, gender equality, and more inclusive approaches to policy and social change.
Ntam Damaris Maih holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Political Science from the University of Bamenda. She is passionate about translating ideas into action and believes sustainable development begins with investing in people and communities. Known for her analytical thinking and strategic approach, Damaris brings a strong commitment to designing programs that not only address immediate challenges but also contribute to long-term social change. She is particularly motivated by creating opportunities that enable girls and young people to realize their potential and contribute meaningfully to society.
Kinly Brandy Ansama holds a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics and African Languages from the University of Bamenda. She is passionate about the power of communication to inform, connect, and inspire action. At AAGYW Cameroon, Brandy leads communications and storytelling efforts that amplify the voices, experiences, and aspirations of girls and young people. She believes that the stories we tell shape how societies understand challenges, opportunities, and change.
Chianageh Mirasine holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Development Studies from the University of Bamenda. She is passionate about evidence-informed action and believes that sustainable solutions emerge when communities are listened to and engaged as partners. Her work supports research, learning, documentation, and strategic partnerships that strengthen the organization’s ability to generate knowledge, influence practice, and create lasting impact.
Sharifa Sale oversees the financial and administrative systems that support the organization’s operations and sustainability. She is passionate about accountability, transparency, and ensuring resources are managed effectively to maximize impact. She believes strong organizations are built on integrity, trust, and responsible stewardship, and is committed to creating the systems that allow AAGYW Cameroon to deliver on its mission while remaining accountable to the communities it serves.
The work of AAGYW Cameroon is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors and a team of passionate professionals committed to advancing the agency, safety, and participation of girls and young people.
LOCATION
Mile 3 Nkwen, Bamenda, Cameroon
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