Our mission highlights our purpose and serves as the standard against which we weigh our decisions and actions. We have a three-fold mission which consists of:
These missions are accomplished through strong partnerships with national and international organizations and by working closely with public health and grassroots partners, in order to:
Promote and widely popularize the research results, and to make the information accessible to the communities and people who need it.
Promote health and quality of life by monitoring the epidemiology of schistosomiasis and intestinal worms, preventing and controlling these diseases.
Sensitise the communities at risk, and promote healthy behaviours, and to develop research in communication strategies.
Train students and staff, and to strengthen the capability of the research team and communities.
Our values provide the framework for what we do. They are part of our DNA and guide the way we work with our partners, with each other and within our communities. These values have helped us to create a vibrant centre culture, where we can each bloom.
Key milestones in our mission to eliminate neglected tropical diseases
Working towards WHO targets for schistosomiasis elimination in Cameroon
Strengthened partnership with Chinese CDC for knowledge exchange
Joined international consortium for schistosomiasis elimination
Launch of nationwide mass drug administration program reaching millions
Designated as WHO Collaborating Center for Schistosomiasis and STH
Centre for Schistosomiasis and Parasitology founded as a dedicated research institution