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NCUDA-USA: Message from the President

The idea of congregating sons, daughters and friends of Nchenfem living in the USA was conceived in 2003 in Palm Beach, Florida by 23 patriotic and visionary Nchenfem men and women. This initiative arose out of the need to create a support structure to assist new immigrants of Nchenfem descent just arriving in the United States of America.

Since then, the association has grown from strength to strength. NCUDA-USA has hosted multiple successful conventions in the USA and partnered with the home branch in hosting the Nchenfem unity convention in 2015 in Nchenfem.

In 2007, the association was incorporated and became recognized as a non-profit tax-exempt organization under section 501 © (3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code. NCUDA-USA has a mission to:

  • Create a medium for the discussion of issues affecting Nchenfem people in Nchenfem, the United States and the diaspora.
  • Encourage Nchenfem people in the United States to be good residents of their host country.
  • Carry out any other legitimate activity ancillary to the association’s purposes.
  • To achieve its objectives, NCUDA consistently collaborates with local development partners in Nchenfem, Cameroon. NCUDA-USA has been around for 15 years. In that time, we have raised funds and successfully implemented numerous projects aimed at addressing the healthcare, education, and social challenges in Nchenfem. Some highlights include Nchenfem Water.
  • Project, the provision of medical supplies to local hospitals, granting scholarships to deserving pupils, students, and teachers and acquisition of teaching material for Nchenfem Preschoolers.
  • Amongst other initiatives, NCUDA-USA has empowered Nchenfem women with cassava machines to alleviate poverty and increase household incomes.

NCUDA-USA draws its membership from Nchenfem people and friends of Nchenfem all over the USA. I assure you that, NCUDA-USA is a well-structured association with a dedicated executive and 5 vibrant chapters in various states across the United States of America.

It is my pleasure that you are visiting this website and will support our goals and aspirations.

Sincerely,
Julius Fomengia
President NCUDA-USA

About NCUDA-USA

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Nchenfem Cultural and Development Association (NCUDA) USA is an association of Nchenfem Sons and Daughters in the United States of America. The association was created in Palm Beach, Florida in 2003. The creation of NCUDA-USA was, without a doubt, the most significant event in the history of Nchenfem community in North America. Not only did it create a hitherto inexistent unity within Nchenfem Community, it also served as a catalyst for the creation of numerous Chapters across the USA.

NCUDA-USA seeks to work closely with the home association to prioritize meaningful projects to improve life in Nchenfem village. We also desire to safeguard the cultural heritage of the Nchenfem people and preserve the values that highlight and affirm the Nchenfem identity. NCUDA-USA aspires to promote the social, educational, and cultural well-being of Nchenfem people.

We believe that anything is achievable through a partnership with our various branches as well as with friends of Nchenfem people. One of our great proverbs states that “The river lost its way (meandered) because it traveled alone”. This is a significant lesson from the Nchenfem history that reminds us that, Nchenfem people working in partnership yield significant achievements rather than “walking alone”. Partnerships are the right way, because “Unity is strength”.

If you are visiting our website for charitable purposes your donation will make a direct impact. We will put your gifts to good use with accountability in mind – and we thank you in advance, for your support. We are a registered 501(c) 3 charitable organization with United States IRS, so your personal and corporate gifts are tax deductible.

  • Objectives

Objectives

Consistent with its mission, the objectives of NCUDA-USA are to:

  • Stimulate, develop and sustain member interest in Nchenfem culture.
  • Foster member support for development projects in Nchenfem and in their communities in the USA
  • Promote and facilitate transition and integration into the American culture and society.
  • Function as a representative body on issues and developments that affect the careers and livelihood of Nchenfem people.

The association is governed by 2 bodies

  1. The Executive
  2. The General Assembly

The general assembly is the supreme body. The general assembly meetings are held annually on the 2nd Saturday July. Meeting deliberations begin at 9AM prompt and last for a maximum of 4 hours.

This website showcases the people of Nchenfem, its rich heritage, evolving culture, and the activities of NCUDA-USA. It is an avenue to learn more about NCUDA-USA and how you can support the mission and vision of this dynamic association. We hope that you will find the information posted here both informative and rewarding. You are welcome to contribute or to make constructive comments. Please come back often to learn and to support our efforts in the development of the struggling masses in Nchenfem. We look forward to collaborating with you. You may send your feedback or constructive comments to: