Association for Community Awareness (ASCOA)
A charitable nonprofit organization headquartered in Cameroon, working to protect the environment, combat HIV/AIDS stigma, empower women and children, promote peace, and support displaced people.
Empowering Communities, Protecting Lives
Protecting the Environment
Community-led beach clean-ups, plastic waste reduction, and coastal ecosystem restoration to preserve biodiversity and combat climate change across Cameroon.
Combating Stigma & Health
Breaking barriers through vital health education, awareness programs, and psychosocial support for individuals and families impacted by HIV/AIDS and social exclusion.
Working Together for Peace
Uniting volunteers, grassroots leaders, and international partners to foster peacebuilding, empower women, and deliver lasting community-driven solutions.
Our Focus Areas & Initiatives
Environmental Protection
Dedicated to mitigating climate change, managing waste, and protecting biodiversity through coastal cleanups and reforestation.
Health & Wellbeing
Promoting community health through disease prevention, HIV/AIDS awareness, mental health support, and stigma reduction.
Promoting Peace
Advocating peaceful conflict resolution, social cohesion, and harmony among communities facing crisis and displacement.
Women Empowerment
Uplifting women and girls through vocational training, entrepreneurship, leadership opportunities, and legal rights advocacy.
Education & Child Support
Providing vulnerable children and displaced youth with scholastic materials, tutoring, safe learning spaces, and care.
Africa Marine Litter & Plastic Pollution Conference (AMLPPC)
A landmark pan-African conference convening researchers, government delegates, civil society leaders, and innovators to advance evidence-based solutions, circular economy frameworks, and community-driven actions against ocean plastic pollution.
Earth Action Forum (EAF)
The Earth Action Forum (EAF) is an annual environmental capacity-building, knowledge-sharing and stakeholder-engagement initiative by ASCOA, bringing together civil society, researchers, youth, and institutions for practical climate solutions.
Our Partners & Collaborators
Join Hands with ASCOA Today
Your support empowers local communities, restores coastal ecosystems, and uplifts children and families in need across Cameroon.