About us
BIN-HELP is committed to restoring lives and communities affected by war, trauma, and displacement. Rooted in lived experience, our mission bridges pain with purpose—offering healing, dignity, and hope where devastation once reigned.
BIN-HELP is an international humanitarian organization committed to supporting individuals and families affected by war, displacement, and trauma—particularly newcomers rebuilding their lives in Canada. With a special focus on women, children, and youth, our work bridges emergency relief and long-term recovery through holistic, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive services.
Founded by survivors for survivors, BIN-HELP focuses on trauma healing, post-conflict recovery, and community empowerment. From individual counseling to youth leadership programs and family resilience initiatives, our interventions are grounded in empathy, trust, and deep local knowledge.
We believe that true recovery begins not just with aid—but with connection, compassion, and a shared commitment to peace.
Our Mission
To restore dignity, ignite hope, and rebuild lives by alleviating poverty and providing compassionate, trauma-informed care—empowering war-affected and displaced women, children, youth, and families through humanitarian aid, holistic healing, and sustainable recovery programs that transform pain into purpose and shattered lives into stories of resilience.
Vision
A world where individuals and communities recover from the impacts of conflict, heal from trauma, and thrive in peaceful, resilient societies. A world where women, girls, and children in post-conflict settings lead safe, healthy, and fulfilling lives, contributing to peaceful and equitable societies.
Core Values
Healing
We believe healing is possible, personal, and collective.
Compassion
We listen deeply and respond with empathy.
Peace
We promote nonviolence, justice, and reconciliation.
Community
We trust local wisdom and empower grassroots leadership.
Integrity
We act transparently and honor our commitments.

We are committed to:
● Poverty Alleviation and Community Empowerment — Equipping youth, women, girls, families and local leaders to become agents of peace, change, and long-term transformation.
● Trauma Healing — Providing safe spaces, counseling, and education to help individuals and families recover from the invisible wounds of war.
● Post-War Recovery — Supporting communities with tools, resources, and programs to rebuild lives and restore dignity after conflict.
● Together, we are building a future where pain does not define
purpose—and healing leads to hope.
Welcome Message from the Founder (English)
● Welcome to the Bihndumlem Network. This vision was born out of lived experiences—of war, loss, survival, and the deep desire to restore what violence tried to destroy.
● Our work is more than aid. It is a movement of healing, justice, and hope. Whether you’re a survivor, supporter, or partner, you are part of a growing community committed to breaking trauma cycles and rebuilding futures.
● Thank you for walking this path with us. Together, we heal and rise.
MIH BIBIANA M DIGHAMBONG Founder & Director
Message de Bienvenue de la Fondatrice (Français)
● Bienvenue au Réseau Bihndumlem. Cette vision est née d’expériences vécues — de guerre, de perte, de survie et d’un profond désir de restaurer ce que la violence a tenté de détruire.
● Notre travail va au-delà de l’aide humanitaire. C’est un192 mouvement de guérison, de justice et d’espoir. Que vous soyez un survivant, un partenaire ou un allié, vous faites partie d’une communauté engagée à briser les cycles de traumatisme et à reconstruire l’avenir.
● Merci de cheminer avec nous. Ensemble, nous guérissons et nous nous relevons.
MIH BIBIANA M DIGHAMBONG Founder & Director
Executive Director

MIH Bibiana M. Dighambong Founder & Executive Director | Bihndumlem Network for Humanitarian Aid, Trauma Healing, and Post-War Recovery (BIHNDUMLEM HUMANITARIANS)
Humanitarian Advocate | Trauma Healing Facilitator | Author | Grassroots Peacebuilder
MIH Bibiana M. Dighambong is a globally respected humanitarian leader, trauma healing facilitator, and community builder with over a decade of experience in post-conflict recovery, gender justice, and grassroots advocacy. She is the visionary Founder and Executive Director of BIHNDUMLEM HUMANITARIANS a people-centered organization dedicated to restoring dignity, healing trauma, and rebuilding lives shattered by war and systemic injustice.
Born and raised in a region deeply affected by armed conflict, Bibiana is a survivor-turned-changemaker whose personal journey fuels her professional mission. She has transformed pain into purpose, dedicating her life to helping survivors of war particularly women, children, and marginalized communities reclaim their identity, voice, and power.
Holding a Master’s degree in International Cooperation and Humanitarian Action, along with a Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and a BA in Social Sciences, Bibiana brings a unique blend of academic insight and on-the-ground experience. Her work spans trauma-informed education, policy advocacy, grassroots organizing, and community-led program management. She is especially known for her ability to bridge local realities with global humanitarian frameworks, creating transformative solutions that are culturally rooted and spiritually grounded.
Bibiana is the author of three acclaimed books that reflect her deep belief in storytelling as a tool for healing and empowerment:
- Rwanda – Horrors of Genocide: Prevention Is Possible in Our Today
- Holistic and Visionary Leadership of Women in Post-War Countries
- Beauty Behind Battles: Discovering Your Purpose in the Darkest and Stormy Moment in Life
Her leadership has earned her multiple national and international awards, recognizing her tireless
commitment to peacebuilding, gender equity, and the restoration of hope in crisis-affected communities.
🔸 Areas of Impact
- Post-Conflict Recovery & Peacebuilding
- Trauma Healing & Survivor Support
- Gender Justice & Human Rights Advocacy
- Grassroots Program/Project Management
- Case Work & Community Mobilization
- Policy Influence & Transformational Leadership
Bibiana leads with vision, empathy, and unwavering faith in people, in healing, and in the possibility of building a better world from broken places.
Board Member

Ivo Chenda is a seasoned humanitarian with a BA in Business Administration from Yorkville University, Canada, and over 15 years of experience in community development and international aid. He volunteers with St. John Brebeuf in Lasalle, Quebec, where he addresses food insecurity through Meals on Wheels and local food distribution programs.
His humanitarian experience includes serving as a Fundraising Supervisor with Doctors Without Borders in Norway and leading CORDAID-funded child protection initiatives across Africa and beyond. Ivo’s work reflects a deep, ongoing commitment to humanitarian impact, community building, and social transformation.
Board Member

Sheila Azarah is an educator and emerging social worker passionate about racial equity and immigrant well-being. With over 10 years of experience teaching diverse student populations, she brings deep insight into the needs of marginalized communities. With a focus on diversity in healthcare and the lived experiences of immigrants in Canada, she is committed to developing culturally responsive services and supports. She has a strong interest in program evaluation and how systems impact women, immigrants, and racialized communities. Her combined expertise in education and social work aligns with the mission to create safe, inclusive spaces where women and families can thrive.