Building inclusive and resilient communities
The Center for Inclusive Community Transformation (CICTRANS) is a non-profit, non-religious and apolitical organization working to strengthen livelihoods and resilience in communities across Cameroon through inclusive, community-led solutions and strategic partnerships.
From community experience to inclusive transformation
The Center for Inclusive Community Transformation (CICTRANS) was established in 2015 to support communities through practical, inclusive development initiatives. The organization was officially registered in 2025 under Law No. 90/053 of 19 December 1990 governing associations in Cameroon.
Mission
To strengthen livelihoods and resilience of communities in Cameroon through inclusive community-led solutions and strategic partnerships.
Vision
A transformed Cameroon where people enjoy improved livelihoods, better infrastructure and a healthy environment through inclusive development practices.
What guides our approach
These values shape how CICTRANS engages with communities, partners and stakeholders and how we approach our work and responsibilities.
Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency and responsibility in our decisions and relationships.
Partnership
We build constructive relationships with communities, institutions and other stakeholders.
Inclusiveness
We promote the involvement of different groups and perspectives in development processes.
Innovation
We encourage practical and context-sensitive ways of responding to development challenges.
Accountability
We take responsibility for our actions and remain answerable to communities and partners.
Sustainability
We consider long-term social, economic and environmental outcomes in our activities.
Participation
We create opportunities for communities to contribute to decisions that affect them.
Empowerment
We support people and local groups to develop skills, confidence and capacity.
Ownership
We encourage locally led initiatives and strengthen responsibility for development outcomes.
Respect for local knowledge
We value the experience, knowledge and practices of communities and incorporate them into our approach.
Working with communities across Cameroon
CICTRANS is headquartered in Kumba, South West Region of Cameroon, with its work focused on supporting communities and local development initiatives across the country.
We work with communities and local stakeholders in response to development priorities and locally identified needs.
Experience that supports CICTRANS' work
CICTRANS brings together professionals with experience in rural development, environmental management, livelihoods, community engagement and institutional strengthening.
The organization is supported by leadership and governance structures that provide direction, oversight and coordination for its activities.
Who we are
Key information about CICTRANS and its institutional status.
Let’s build stronger communities together.
CICTRANS works with communities, organizations and development partners to support inclusive and sustainable solutions. Get in touch to explore opportunities for collaboration.
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