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J & A Oben Foundation

Building Healthier Communities Through Nutrition, Health, and Well-being

Who We Are

We are an NGO focused on improving nutrition, strengthening community health systems, promoting well-being, supporting research, and empowering vulnerable populations to build healthier futures.

What We Do

We combine scientific evidence, local knowledge, and collaborative partnerships to deliver nutrition programs that create measurable and lasting change.

Our Mission

To bridge the knowledge gap between food availability and a healthy lifestyle; raising awareness on the link between optimal nutrition, health and quality of life in Cameroon, Africa and the world.

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Creating Change That Matters

Every intervention we implement is designed to produce meaningful and measurable outcomes.

From nutrition education and community health initiatives to research-driven solutions and capacity-building programs, our work helps communities overcome barriers to health and well-being.

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Impact in Numbers

1k+

People Impacted

50+

Volunteers

10+

Community Projects

5

Initiatives

Our Initiatives

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Cameroon Nutrition & Dietetics Research Centre (CANDIREC)

Through innovative research, collaboration with leading scientists, and context-specific solutions, CANDIREC addresses critical nutritional challenges while considering agricultural, cultural, and local realities.

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Nutrition Incubator

By combining research, community engagement, and advocacy, this initiative is bridging the gap between scientific research and community impact by translating nutrition science into practical, evidence-based nutrition education, advocacy and policy recommendations.

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Centre de Formation Professionnelle en Diététique et Aliments  Fonctionnels (CEFOPRODIET)

A Professional training institution to develop the next generation of nutrition and dietetics professionals in Africa.

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Agriculture Unit

Establishes sustainable, urban and climate-smart farms with hydroponics, soilless farming, and aquaculture, develop organic farm inputs and deliver practical agricultural education to promote climate-smart food production, healthier diets in schools, communities and households.

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Wellness Centre

Dedicated to guiding individuals toward a healthier lifestyle through customised dietary counselling, personalised nutrition and dietetics services and community health screenings to combat malnutrition and manage chronic diseases.

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JAOF Foods

Dedicated to developing safe, nutritious, and functional food products from locally sourced agricultural and medicinal plants to tackle import substitution and promote evidence-based nutrition

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Get In Touch

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, ideas, or would like to collaborate, the J & A Oben Foundation welcomes your message. Reach out to us today and join us in making a positive impact in our communities.

ADDRESS

Entree Kameni Damas, Nsimeyong II, Yaounde, Cameroon

EMAIL

PHONE

+237 676 133 995

+237 694 911 278

HOURS

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Mon - Fri 9:00AM - 5:00PM

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