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15/04/2026

📢 Fundraising Appeal – Support PACD Respite Care Centre, Dzaleka Refugee Camp, Dowa District, Malawi

Dear friends and partners,

Warm greetings from the Parents Association of Children with Disabilities (PACD) – Respite Care Centre in Dzaleka Refugee Camp.

We are reaching out to kindly request your support for a small yet very important initiative: improving the visibility of our Respite Care Centre in Dzaleka. This will help ensure that more children with disabilities, their families, and other community members can easily find and access our services.

Currently, many families, stakeholders, and potential visitors face challenges in locating our Centre.

To address this, we plan to install three signboards at key points:

1. Dzaleka Main Entrance

2. Road to Dzaleka Health Centre (Chipatala)

3. Dzaleka Youth Centre Road

During this period of funding cuts and ongoing challenges, these signs will play a vital role in guiding people and raising awareness about the support available for children with disabilities.

💡 How you can help:

We are fundraising to cover the design, production, and installation of these signboards.

Any contribution big or small will make a meaningful difference.

🤝 You can also choose to sponsor one signboard, and your name or organization will be acknowledged.

📞 For contributions or more information, please contact:

Frank Djuma Msambya
+265992573425 [email protected]

We kindly request that the funds raised be transferred to our partner's bank account below:

Bank name: Centenary Banking Corporation
SWIFT Code: MBBCMWMW
Account Name: Refugee Youth for Self Assistance
Account Number: 5080617055002

Alternatively, you may send the funds via Airtel Money: 0992573425 (Djuma Msambya).

Together, we can ensure that no child is left behind simply because they cannot find us.

Thank you for your kindness and support.

(PACD RCC)

1. Design & Artwork for Signboards /1 /80,000MK/80,000MK/

2. Large Outdoor Signboard (Metal + Print) /3/250,000 MK/750,000 MK/

3. Poles & Mounting Materials /3 sets/70,000 MK/210,000 MK/

4. Labour (Installation)/3 sites/50,000 MK/150,000 MK/

5. Transportation (materials & team) Lump sum/100,000 MK/100,000 MK/

6. Contingency (approx. 10%) 129,000 MK

Total Estimated Budget: 1,419,000 MK

Notes:

3 signboards planned for:

* Dzaleka Main Entrance
* Road to Dzaleka Health Centre (Chipatala)
* Near the Respite Care Centre

Costs may vary depending on material quality and supplier.

Contingency helps cover unexpected costs (price changes, repairs, etc.).

14/04/2026

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14/04/2026

📢 CALL FOR LANGUAGE TRAINERS

The Parents Association of Children with Disabilities (PACD), through its Respite Care Centre in Dzaleka Refugee Camp, is pleased to announce an opportunity for qualified and passionate individuals to join our team as Language Trainers.

We are currently looking for trainers in the following languages:
English
French
Portuguese

Purpose of the Program:

This initiative aims to empower youth and community members with practical language skills that can enhance communication, education, and livelihood opportunities.

Requirements:

Proven ability to teach one or more of the listed languages

Experience in teaching, facilitation, or community training is an added advantage
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to working with diverse and vulnerable communities
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver engaging language lessons
Support learners with different levels of understanding
Monitor progress and provide feedback

Location:

PACD-Respite Care Centre, Dzaleka Refugee Camp

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application, including a short CV and a motivation letter, to [[email protected], [email protected]] or deliver it directly to the Respite Care Centre nearby Dzaleka Health Centre Chipatala.

Call us for more information: 0992 57 34 25

🗓 Application Deadline: 29 May 2026

We encourage both men and women, including qualified refugees and host community members, to apply.

Together, let’s build skills, confidence, and brighter futures!

PACD – Respite Care Centre

13/04/2026

Appreciation Message – PACD Respite Care Centre

The Parents Association of Children with Disabilities (PACD), through its Respite Care Centre, would like to express its sincere gratitude to all members of the Dzaleka community for their continued trust, commitment, and support following the announcement of the recruitment of competitive language trainers (English, Portuguese, and French).

We warmly thank the residents of Dzaleka Refugee Camp as well as the surrounding host communities for their positive response to this call for applications.

Your interest in contributing to this initiative reflects a strong commitment to education, empowerment, and community development.
We would also like to inform you that the application period is open from Monday, 20 April 2026 to Friday, 29 May 2026, from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

All applications, including a CV, motivation letter, and experience certificates, must be submitted physically at the PACD office at the Respite Care Centre (near Dzaleka Health Centre – Chipatala) or sent by email to: [email protected] or [email protected].

For any additional information, please contact 0992573425.

We especially thank all candidates who will be ready to take time to prepare and submit their applications.

Your willingness to share your skills and experience will make a valuable contribution to strengthening access to language education and creating opportunities for learners within the camp and surrounding communities.

PACD strongly encourages women to apply, as their participation is essential in promoting inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities in our programs.

Your support and collaboration continue to inspire us to develop sustainable, high-impact initiatives that benefit children with disabilities, their families, and the entire community.
With sincere appreciation,

PACD Team

13/04/2026

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Message d’Appréciation –PACD, Centre de Répit

L’Association des Parents d’Enfants Handicapés (PACD), à travers son Centre de Répit, souhaite exprimer sa sincère gratitude à tous les membres de la communauté de Dzaleka pour leur confiance, leur engagement et leur soutien continus suite à l’annonce du recrutement de formateurs compétitifs en langues (Anglais, Portugais et Français).

Nous remercions chaleureusement les résidents du Camp de Dzaleka ainsi que les communautés hôtes environnantes pour leur réponse positive à cet appel à candidatures.

Votre intérêt à contribuer à cette initiative témoignera d’un fort engagement en faveur de l’éducation, de l’autonomisation et du développement communautaire.

Nous souhaitons également préciser que la période de dépôt des candidatures est ouverte du Lundi 20 Avril 2026 au Vendredi 29 Mai 2026, de 09h00 à 12h00, du Lundi au Vendredi.

Toutes les candidatures, comprendront le CV, la lettre de motivation et les certificats d’expérience qui doivent être déposées physiquement au bureau de PACD au Centre de Répit (près du Centre de Santé de Dzaleka – Chipatala) ou envoyées par email à: [email protected] ou [email protected].

Pour toute information complémentaire, veuillez contacter le 0992573425.

Nous remercierons particulièrement tous les candidats qui prendrons le temps de préparer et de soumettre leurs dossiers.

Votre volonté de partager vos compétences et votre expérience constitueront une contribution essentielle au renforcement de l’accès à l’éducation linguistique et à la création d’opportunités pour les apprenants au sein du camp et des communautés environnantes.

PACD encourage vivement la participation des femmes, dont l’implication est essentielle pour promouvoir l’inclusion, la diversité et l’égalité des chances dans nos programmes.

Vos soutiens et votre collaborations continueront de nous inspirer à développer des initiatives durables et à fort impact au bénéfice des enfants en situation de handicap, de leurs familles et de l’ensemble de la communauté.

Avec toute notre reconnaissance,

L’équipe PACD.

13/04/2026

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Appreciation Message – PACD Respite Care Centre

The Parents Association of Children with Disabilities (PACD), through its Respite Care Centre, would like to express its sincere appreciation to all community members for their continued trust, engagement, and support as we announce the recruitment of competitive language trainers in English, Portuguese, and French.

We are grateful to the residents of Dzaleka Refugee Camp and the surrounding host communities for their positive response to our call for applications.

Your interest in contributing to this initiative reflects a strong commitment to education, empowerment, and community development.
We would also like to highlight that the application process is open from Monday, 20 April 2026, and will close on Friday, 29 May 2026, with submissions accepted from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

All application letters, including CVs, motivation letters, and experience certificates, should be submitted physically at PACD’s office at the Respite Care Centre (near Dzaleka Health Center – Chipata) or sent via email to [email protected] or [email protected].

For further information, applicants may contact us via phone at 0992573425.

We particularly appreciate all applicants who have taken the time to prepare and submit their documents. Your willingness to share your skills and experience is a vital step toward strengthening access to language education and creating opportunities for learners within the camp and host communities.

PACD also warmly acknowledges and encourages the participation of women, whose involvement is essential in promoting inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity in our programs.
Your support and collaboration continue to inspire us to expand impactful, sustainable initiatives that benefit children with disabilities, their families, and the broader community.

With heartfelt appreciation,

PACD Respite Care Centre Team

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Parents Association of Children with Disabilities, (PACD)
Dzaleka Refugee Camp, Malawi

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Title: Proposal for Support and collaboration,

Date: April 07, 2026

About PACD

Founded in 2015, PACD is a community-based organization run by parents of children with disabilities in Dzaleka Refugee Camp. We support children and youth with physical, intellectual, sensory, and developmental disabilities (including Down syndrome).

Our programs include:

Basic special need education and skills training,
Physiotherapy
Daily care and play-based learning,
Family support groups and advocacy,
Nutritional assistance( Feeding program) where possible,

We currently reach over 200–260 children and their families in a camp originally built for 12,000 people but now housing more than 60,000 refugees



Dzaleka Refugee Camp is facing a life-threatening food crisis. Humanitarian food aid (mainly through the World Food Programme) has been reduced to partial rations and is at risk of further cuts or suspension after June 2026 due to funding shortfalls. Families of children with disabilities are hit hardest, as many children require extra nutrition for growth, health, and managing their conditions. Malnutrition is increasing, affecting learning and overall well-being.



We kindly request support in any of the following areas:

Guidance on community-based nutritional programs or small-scale food initiatives suitable for a refugee camp.

Referrals to donors, organizations, or networks that provide food, nutritional supplements, or funding for children with disabilities.

In-kind or monetary donations to help us provide meals or supplements to vulnerable children.

Any other advice or partnership opportunities based on your expertise in supporting individuals with disabilities and their families.



Your support would directly help reduce malnutrition among children with disabilities, improve their health and learning outcomes, and strengthen family resilience in this difficult time.

We are happy to share our official documents, photos of our activities, impact reports, or discuss this proposal in more detail.

Thank you for considering this request. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of these children.

Contact:

Frank Djuma Msambya
Chairperson & CEO
Phone: [+265992573425

Email: [email protected]
[email protected]