41 Rue des logements sociaux, Yassa, Douala-Cameroun

Qui sommes-nous

About us

A reference association in Cameroon since 1991

From a targeted response to HIV, SWAA Cameroon has grown into a comprehensive, inclusive protection model for vulnerable populations across the Littoral region.

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Health & Harm Reduction

We fight HIV and hepatitis by facilitating access to care for all. Pioneers of Harm Reduction, we support drug users towards medical and mental care free of stigma.

02

Protection of Women & Children

We act against gender-based violence and support women's empowerment. We ensure a peaceful future for orphans and vulnerable children through comprehensive care.

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Advocacy & Social Justice

Because health is a right, we campaign for the inclusion of marginalised people and equal access to care for every citizen.

Le mot du président

Une présidence tournée vers l'avenir

Stéphane Sanga
Président actuel

Stéphane Sanga

Executive Director of Graphics System SA — President of SWAA Cameroon since 2026

Son of the founder, Dr Margaret Sanga, Stéphane Sanga took over the presidency of SWAA Cameroon in 2026. Executive Director of Graphics System SA, he now carries further the commitment built by his mother, in service of the health and dignity of the people of the Littoral.

35 years

Of commitment to the people of the Littoral

A team of field workers, doctors, lawyers and volunteers carrying this mission forward every day.

Elles ont porté cette mission

Nos membres d'honneur

Voir tous nos membres
Lucie Sangam

Lucie Sangam

Former President 2019–2026
Dr Berthe Bollo

Dr Berthe Bollo

Former President 2012–2018
Dr Henriette Meilo

Dr Henriette Meilo

Former President of SWAA CMR
Etienne Tiako

Etienne Tiako

Major benefactor
Our history

From emergency response to lasting action

A strategic evolution in several stages, driven since 1988 by the belief that women must be at the heart of the fight against HIV in Africa.

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1988 — The pan-African wake-up call on HIV/AIDS

SWAA is born in Dakar

At the Stockholm conference, women leaders founded the Society for Women and AIDS in Africa (SWAA) in Dakar.

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1990s — National roots

The Littoral branch is born in Douala

SWAA Cameroon expands to carry this fight forward, notably under the leadership of three doctors.

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2000s — A rights-based approach

Vulnerability as a social issue

SWAA Cameroon integrates the fight against gender-based violence as a genuine public health lever.

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2020s — Social innovation

A comprehensive community health approach

The organisation becomes a pioneer in Harm Reduction for substance use.

1991

The year SWAA Cameroon was founded. The same conviction still drives every field action today.

Nos fondamentaux

Vision, mission et valeurs fondatrices

Notre vision

A world where health, social autonomy and human rights contribute to collective well-being, with respect and dignity.

Notre mission

To contribute to the well-being of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in the Littoral region, through better access to care and comprehensive support for people living with HIV.

Nos valeurs fondatrices
ListeningStaying close to the field to better respond to needs.
SolidarityUnity is our strength in the face of challenges.
SharingMutual aid as a pillar of our action.
Human dignityEvery individual matters, without judgment.
IntegrityTrust as the basis of our governance.

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