A high-level delegation from CBM International, led by Eleonora Giordano and Issa Barage, conducted a working visit from October 19 to 23 to Promhandicam-Association.
Centered on the « culture of proof, » this mission provided an opportunity to measure the direct impact of the project aimed at strengthening inclusive education and the economic empowerment of persons with disabilities in the Centre Region, while charting perspectives for sustaining these achievements.
From October 19 to 23, the Promhandicam-Association platform served as the venue for intense institutional and field activities. The organization hosted a working visit by a high-level delegation from the international organization CBM (Christian Blind Mission), represented by Eleonora Giordano, Global Advisor, and Issa Barage, Africa Advisor for Community-Based Inclusive Development (CBID). Accompanied by executives from the CBM Cameroon country office, this joint mission fell within the framework of strategic monitoring and field evaluation of initiatives dedicated to improving the living conditions of persons with disabilities in the Centre Region.
At the core of the discussions was the mid-term evaluation of the flagship project to strengthen access to inclusive education and economic empowerment for persons with disabilities. Financially and technically supported by CBM International, this initiative aims to break down the sociocultural, economic, and infrastructure barriers that hinder the development of vulnerable populations at the local level. For the leadership team of Promhandicam-Association, this immersive visit provided a rigorous progress report on established milestones, successes recorded among beneficiaries, and remaining levers to activate for the completion of the operational roadmap.
Throughout the five-day mission, international envoys and local teams prioritized a participatory approach focused on the « culture of proof. » Field visits and direct observation were paramount. The delegation engaged directly with grassroots actors, including learners integrated into the inclusive school system, micro-entrepreneurs supported toward financial independence, and partner families. These deeply human interactions made it possible to measure precisely the tangible impact of the actions carried out, evaluate the quality of care provided, and assess the level of community ownership regarding inclusive development concepts.
At the conclusion of the supervisory visits, activities wrapped up with a synthesis and harmonization working session. Bringing together all leadership members of Promhandicam-Association and the CBM International mission, this meeting yielded an analytical summary of accomplishments while identifying necessary adjustments. While commending the teams for notable progress on the ground, the mission formulated concrete recommendations focused on the sustainability of interventions, the consolidation of economic empowerment mechanisms, and the strengthening of institutional advocacy. This visit once again confirms the vitality of the public-private-associative partnership in service of a more equitable and accessible social protection system in Cameroon.
