Why it matters in Congo

Communities in North and South Kivu face conflict, displacement and exploitation…

Tuunganes’ Legal Clinic combines legal aid, protection services and community education…

Community legal support in Eastern DRC

What we provide

Free Legal Aid

Walk-in or referred consultations…

  • Family & child protection
  • Gender-based violence (GBV)
  • Labor & workplace rights

Child Safety & Missing Children

Coordination with schools and authorities…

  • Emergency reporting & evidence
  • Victim-centered approach

Mediation & Community Peace

Neutral facilitation to resolve disputes…

  • Land & property issues
  • Community agreements

Civil Registry & Documentation

Guidance for birth certificates, IDs, attestations…

Detention & Police Matters

Linkage to licensed lawyers and rights monitoring…

Rights Awareness & Training

Workshops for schools, parents and community leaders…

How it works

1

Intake & safety

We listen and document confidentially.

2

Case review

We assess options with you.

3

Action

Concrete steps toward resolution.

4

Follow-up

We track outcomes and support as needed.

We are youth-led, professional and community-rooted. Your safety and privacy come first.

Who we serve

Women & Girls

Survivors of GBV, exploitation and discrimination.

Children & Students

Missing children, abuse, school safety and parental rights.

Displaced Families

Land/property, documentation and referrals.

FAQs

Is the service really free?

Yes free for eligible clients; we also seek pro bono options.

Do you go to court?

We partner with licensed lawyers when court action is required.

Do you work outside Bukavu and Goma?

Yes nationwide support with local partners.

Is my information confidential?

Absolutely strict safeguarding and consent.

How quickly can you help?

Emergencies are prioritized the same day.

Need help now? Tell us what happened we will respond as fast as possible.