Together, let's build
a more just world
for every generation.
GESIS (EGSSI) mobilizes youth, communities and partners to promote solidarity, empowerment and sustainable development in Benin and across Africa.
An organization born
from the belief that
every young person matters.
GESIS (EGSSI) is a humanitarian, apolitical and non-denominational NGO, founded to promote community flourishing through youth empowerment, civic participation and social innovation.
Our vision: to build a world where each emerging generation, united in solidarity and commitment, actively contributes to sustainable, inclusive and humane development.
Our areas of intervention
GESIS works across 9 complementary areas for sustainable and inclusive community development.
Education & Leadership
Citizenship, youth engagement and community leadership development.
Community Health
Well-being, awareness and healthcare access for vulnerable populations.
Humanitarian Aid
Rapid emergency response and support for disaster-affected communities.
Environment & Climate
Fighting climate change and promoting sustainable development.
Entrepreneurship
Employability, social innovation and youth entrepreneur support.
Education & Leadership
Citizenship, youth engagement and community leadership development.
Community Health
Well-being, awareness and healthcare access for vulnerable populations.
Humanitarian Aid
Rapid emergency response and support for disaster-affected communities.
Environment & Climate
Fighting climate change and promoting sustainable development.
Entrepreneurship
Employability, social innovation and youth entrepreneur support.
Rights & Inclusion
Protecting the rights of children, women and vulnerable groups.
Culture & Heritage
Art and culture as drivers of social cohesion and development.
Sport & Recreation
Sport as a tool for well-being, inclusion and social peace.
Peace & Solidarity
Intergenerational cohesion, social inclusion and a culture of peace.
Rights & Inclusion
Protecting the rights of children, women and vulnerable groups.
Culture & Heritage
Art and culture as drivers of social cohesion and development.
Sport & Recreation
Sport as a tool for well-being, inclusion and social peace.
Peace & Solidarity
Intergenerational cohesion, social inclusion and a culture of peace.
Support our work
Your donation, whatever the amount, directly funds our programmes on the ground in Benin.
Donate nowJoin us
Volunteer, member or partner — your commitment makes a real difference in our communities.
Get involvedPrinciples that guide every action
Active participation
Beneficiaries are actors in their own projects, not just recipients.
Full transparency
Open, verifiable and accountable administrative and financial management.
Gender approach
Social inclusion and gender equality at the heart of every intervention.
Lasting impact
Actions designed to empower communities for the long term.
Our Leadership Team
Dedicated leaders who carry GESIS's mission every day in the field in Benin.
