ASBL – Re-educational and physical rehabilitation centre in Bethanie – Sud Kivu
Synthetic data of the project :
Harambee contribution : € 39,855.87
Contribution from local organization (ASBL) : € 4,428.44
Project Duration : 2003-2004

The project has enabled thirty seriously disabled children aged between 5 and 18 to be cared for in the Centre, and another 1,500 people a year to benefit from the out-patients’ service. They receive more satisfying and better quality care than would otherwise have been possible. Training courses have been held for the health workers, and also for the patients who come to the Centre, now that there is a fully up-to-date and well-equipped workshop

Description of the project :
The project aims were to respond to the disadvantaged situation of people with physical disabilities through the provision of artificial limbs etc., equipment and assistance. Additionally the project has provided employment opportunities for some of the disabled, so that they can achieve financial independence. Another aim was a long-term production capacity for artificial limbs and equipment.