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About us

Unity in diversity for peace and development

Promoting autonomy, leadership and lasting impact.

FEDSince 2017 · Goma, DRC
Who are we?

Who are we?

We are Women Entrepreneurs for Development (FED Asbl), an organization created in November 2017 in the Democratic Republic of Congo to:

  • Promote self-reliance among women and young people in precarious situations,
  • Promote female leadership, and
  • Fight against gender-based violence.
Women at the heart of the organization

Women at the heart of the organization

An organization composed of 80% women and 20% men, originating from socio-economic, political, and cultural community challenges, especially economic vulnerability, leadership crises, manipulation, stereotypes, and other human rights violations affecting African women. Convinced that through the active solidarity of women and youth with eagle vision, proactive spirit, and transformational leadership, equipped with managerial and entrepreneurial skills across multisectoral domains, the communities of DRC, particularly the eastern part affected by identity, economic and political conflicts that influence the proliferation of armed groups, gain access to effective and sustainable solutions for orphans, widows, people with disabilities, the elderly, and all children in conflict with the law. Active participation of women and youth in the development process through awareness, critical thinking, positive spirit, and emulation aiming for positive impact, organization of research-actions, participation through clubs or interactive exchange spaces, conferences-debates with digital integration, will improve living conditions of African communities, particularly in DRC. At the top, changing community mentality for resilience and political and governance system change remains crucial. Projects, programs, and plans are participatively designed to address various problems that continuously plunge Congolese, regional, and African communities into chaos. Human resources involved in design, project implementation, and fund mobilization are mostly women (80%) and young men (20%) with undeniable experience. They are (must be) people of good morality, without discrimination, willing to create positive change, proactive, and promoting peace and development. Highly skilled in entrepreneurial, educational, economic, tourism, ecological, agro-food, judicial, transformational leadership, governance, and conflict resolution, for a stable Congo, Africa, and world. Natural resources, fauna, and flora of DRC are socio-economic development opportunities to be exploited for community well-being. DRC being geologically rich and touristically attractive, it's time for investors and entrepreneurs, large and small, from all over the world to enrich themselves and the communities sitting on gold, fertile soil, and resource-rich waters. Pulling these Congolese, African, and global communities out of socio-economic vulnerability is a resilient and effective solution for community stability. Government hospitality and cooperation, and active involvement of other humanitarian-minded actors, add value in FED's community development process. The success story of Women Entrepreneurs for Development "FED" focuses on meeting community needs, providing solutions to identified, felt, and prioritized problems for genuine beneficiary testimonials. Collaboration with other actors for bilateral humanitarian actions, respecting principles, standards, accountability, and humanitarian commitments, and monitoring prevention of abuse and sexual exploitation justify FED as an organization faithful to its mission.

« Unity in diversity for peace and development »
Our compass

Values lived out in the field.

01

Dignity

Every person is an active agent in their own story.

02

Accountability

Transparency, responsibility and respect for humanitarian commitments.

03

Unity

Diversity becomes a force for peace.

04

Innovation

Adapted entrepreneurial, educational and community responses.

Our Team

The people behind our commitment.

A multidisciplinary team serving women, youth and vulnerable communities.

Governance

Christian BISIMWA

Founder and President

Founder and President of Women Entrepreneurs for Development since 2017, Christian holds a degree in project management and administration. He is a leader, manager and advocate for women’s empowerment in Africa.

With FED since 2017
Coordination

Marie NEEMA

Coordinator

Activities Coordinator since 2017, Marie graduated in Social Sciences from the University of Goma. She has expertise in community development and support for local businesses, together with an outstanding commitment to women’s causes.

With FED since 2017
Programs

Mireille UWINEZA

Program Manager

FED team member whose experience and commitment contribute to sustainable community transformation, women’s empowerment and support for vulnerable youth.

With FED since 2026
Administration

Méthode CHIKURU

Administrative and Financial Director

Méthode has served as Administrative and Financial Director since 2017. He rigorously manages project transparency and financing.

With FED since 2017
Administration

Lavie MAYUPI

Accountant

Lavie MAYUPI is an economist in Financial Management from the Free University of the Great Lakes Countries and has solid financial-management experience. Committed and determined, she manages the organization’s accounts and monitors its financial performance.

With FED since 2026
Administration

Judith CHIKAMBASI

Cashier

Judith has served as cashier since 2017. She ensures project traceability and accounting from the initial phase through completion.

With FED since 2017
Monitoring and evaluation

Christian CHIZA

MEAL Officer

Christian CHIZA has been responsible for monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning at FED since 2020. An upright and proactive leader, he embodies humanitarian principles and standards and works toward a holistic transformation of socio-economic, political and cultural challenges.

With FED since 2020
Health

Jospin KANEZA

Health Officer

Jospin KANEZA is certified in Pharmacology and holds a degree in Project Management and Administration from the Higher Institute of Rural Development. He oversees all of the organization’s health-related programs.

With FED since 2023
Protection

Gisèle ALIMASI

Protection and Lobbying Officer

Gisèle ALIMASI is a rural-development technician from the Higher Institute of Rural Development. As Protection and Advocacy Officer, she has strong expertise in human-rights advocacy, community mobilization and strategic influence, carrying the voice of the most vulnerable to decision-making bodies for lasting impact.

With FED since 2026
Gender and inclusion

Ciam CIBOLA

Gender and Inclusion Officer

Ciam CIBOLA is a development manager from the Higher Institute of Computer Science and Management. As Inclusion and Gender Officer, she has expertise in social inclusion, mobilization and the fight against gender-based violence. Her leadership, commitment and energy directly serve the organization’s objectives.

With FED since 2026
Partnerships

Amos MIGISHO

Partnership Officer USA

Amos is a deeply committed Christian humanitarian, recognized for active compassion toward vulnerable people and humble, faith-inspired leadership. Through his work, he embodies hope and dignity, serving with integrity and love.

With FED since 2023
Partnerships

Vincent AMANI

Partnership Officer Burundi

Vincent AMANI holds a graduate degree in Philosophy and Human Sciences from the Isidore Bakanja Philosophate in Bukavu, a graduate degree in Medical Biology from the Catholic University of Bukavu, and a bachelor’s degree in Anaesthesia and Resuscitation from Hope Africa University in Bujumbura.

With FED since 2024
Partnerships

Alimasi Obed BALONGELWA

Global Partnership Officer Canada

Alimasi Obed BALONGELWA is an industrial sociologist from ISES-Lubumbashi and holds a master’s degree in Industrial Relations. With solid experience in project management and administration, he also serves as FED-Canada focal point, actively working for the development of vulnerable African communities.

With FED since 2025
Our Partners

They trust us to support the empowerment of women in Africa.