C4GSS global engagement

About C4GSS

A grassroots organization dedicated to building sustainable, digitally empowered, and resilient communities across Africa.

Welcome to Centre for Grassroots Sustainability and Sovereignty

C4GSS is a grassroots youth-led non-profit organisation advancing climate resilience, environmental stewardship, digital inclusion and inclusive community empowerment across underserved Cameroon. We work at the intersection of climate action, youth leadership, sustainability, and digital resilience to support communities facing environmental and socio-economic challenges.

Through advocacy, education, innovation, and community engagement, we empower grassroots and semi-urban communities with practical solutions that strengthen resilience and improve livelihoods. Our work spans ecosystem restoration, sustainable food systems, renewable energy awareness, environmental education, waste management, youth empowerment, and cyber resilience.

Our Mission

C4GSS exists to empower people and communities with the knowledge, tools, and opportunities to create sustainable change through climate action, environmental stewardship, youth empowerment, and digital resilience.

Our Vision

We envision a future where communities thrive in harmony with the environment, young people lead positive change, and every individual has the opportunity to contribute to a greener, safer, and more sustainable world.

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Our Core Values

Sustainability

Everything we do is designed for lasting, generational impact — not short-term fixes.

Community

We believe change starts from within. Communities are at the center of all we do.

Innovation

We embrace creative, practical solutions to address complex development challenges.

Equity & Inclusion

We ensure that our programs reach those who are most often left behind.

Evidence-Based

Our interventions are grounded in research, data, and real-world community feedback.

Partnership

We believe in the power of collaboration to multiply impact at every level.

Programs Designed for Lasting Change

Each program is designed to address root causes and create lasting systemic change in communities across Africa.

Cyber Resilience & Digital Inclusion — Equipping communities with digital skills and cybersecurity knowledge.

Climate Action — Engaging youth and policymakers in advocacy and dialogue for climate-resilient policies.

Environmental Sustainability — Fighting plastic pollution and restoring degraded ecosystems.

Sustainable Food Systems — Building resilient agriculture and nutrition for present and future generations.

Tree Nursery Initiative — Growing seedlings for reforestation and ecosystem restoration across Africa.

Youth Climate Leadership — Training the next generation of climate champions and advocates.

C4GSS youth leadership programs
10k+
People Empowered
18
Projects
25k
Trees Planted & Distributed
16
Communities Engaged
7
Schools Reached

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Our programs are designed to achieve a Triple-Bottom-line impact of People, Planet and Prosperity contributing directly to the following sustainable development goals.

2Zero Hunger
3Good Health & Well-being
7Affordable & Clean Energy
9Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
13Climate Action

Meet Our Dedicated Team

Our work is led by a committed team passionate about sustainability, digital inclusion, community empowerment, and grassroots development.

Njoke-Tangwing Raisa Ngwenyi

Njoke-Tangwing Raisa Ngwenyi

Founder / Executive Director

Njim Simon Pride

Njim Simon Pride

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Ajaga

Tah Ajaga

Field Program Coordinator

SN

Ngunyam Stephanie

Accountant

Ala-ah Massa Nadege

Ala-ah Massa Nadege

Volunteer

Enow Joshua

Enow Joshua

Cybersecurity / Climate Awareness Lead

Akim Haggai Bih

Akim Haggai Bih

Together, We Can Build Sustainable and Resilient Communities

Whether you want to volunteer, collaborate, support a project, or partner with us, we are open to working together to create lasting impact.

Our Address

Bepanda Omnisport, Douala, Cameroon

Working Hours

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM