Aidrikings foundation was founded in 2011 after the birth of Aidriking Tandanwa Nde who came to the world with Down Syndrome. Down Syndrome is a condition that a baby at conception has a duplication or an extra gene of chromosome number 21.
Aidrikings foundation has its headquarters in Bamenda North West Region Cameroon
In 2018, the Aidrikings Foundation was legalized as Down Syndrome Association Cameroon. Nevertheless, we still hold ownership of anything that is stated as that of Aidrikings Foundation and our website still carries the title Aidrikings Foundation as well
AIM
Advocating for children living with Down Syndrome and raising awareness to change wrong perceptions and harmful cultural practices meted out to children born with Down Syndrome and other forms of disabilities.
OUR VISION
A Cameroon where persons with Down Syndrome are empowered, respected, healthy, self-reliant, and fully included in all aspects of society, with equal opportunities to realize their potential.
OUR MISSION
To empower persons with Down Syndrome, promote their rights and well-being, and advance their inclusion in society.
Core Values
- Dignity and Respect: We uphold the inherent dignity, worth, and rights of every person with Down Syndrome.
- Inclusion and Equality: We promote equal opportunities and meaningful participation for persons with Down Syndrome in society.
- Empowerment: We support persons with Down Syndrome to develop their abilities, independence, confidence, and economic potential.
- Human Rights: We place the rights, freedoms, and protection of persons with Down Syndrome at the centre of our work.
- Compassion and Care: We promote a supportive environment that responds to the diverse needs of individuals and families.
- Integrity and Accountability: We act transparently, responsibly, and ethically in our programs and relationships.
- Participation and Self-Reliance: We encourage persons with Down Syndrome to actively participate in decisions affecting their lives and to develop their capacity for independence.
- Non-Discrimination: We work towards a society free from stigma, exclusion, abuse, and discrimination against persons with Down Syndrome.
Our Objectives
Empowerment and Self-Reliance
- To empower persons with Down Syndrome to become self-reliant through vocational training, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and business management.
Rights, Advocacy and Awareness
- To advocate for the rights, dignity, protection, and inclusion of persons with Down Syndrome through conferences, advocacy initiatives, and community sensitization.
Health, Nutrition and SRHR
- To promote health and nutrition among persons with Down Syndrome, with particular attention to sexual and reproductive health and rights of women with Down Syndrome.
Social and Community Inclusion
- To promote socio-cultural, recreational, and sporting activities that encourage participation, inclusion, and interaction among persons with Down Syndrome and persons with other disabilities.