African Development Assistance Consult (ADAC) is a non-profit, non-political community-development organization founded in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, on 26 April 2010.
Our mission
To foster sustainable development that improves livelihoods, protects the environment and strengthens communities—beginning in the DRC and extending wherever our expertise is needed across Africa.
What we do
| Focus Area | Our Commitment |
|---|---|
| Sustainable Livelihoods | Support small-scale agriculture, fisheries, livestock, crafts and affordable housing, and rehabilitate feeder roads and natural waterways. |
| Skills & Employability | Deliver technical and vocational training for youth and women in agriculture, animal husbandry, aquaculture, environmental management, ICT, carpentry, tailoring, adult literacy and the production of educational materials. |
| Health & Well-Being | Promote primary health care and community awareness campaigns to combat HIV/AIDS and other endemic diseases. |
| Women’s Economic Empowerment | Back women-led enterprises and initiatives that drive household income and community progress. |
| Child Protection & Education | Sponsor schooling and holistic care for abandoned and orphaned children. |
Where we work
Our headquarters is located at 2, Lokenyo street, Herady quarter, Selembao township, Kinshasa city, DR Congo. Guided by our General Assembly, we operate nation-wide in the DRC and extend programs across the African continent and beyond when invited and able to serve.
Our story and legal status
ADAC’s mandate is open-ended—we will serve as long as communities call on us. Recognized by Congolese authorities, we collaborate with like-minded NGOs, civil-society groups, agencies and donors in the DRC, across Africa and internationally to multiply impact and share best practices.