Our Story
Established in 2008, Life Concern Organisation (LICO) is a registered non-profit organisation, headquartered in Rumphi District in Northern Malawi, dedicated to addressing community development challenges such as low access to education, social and health services faced by the rural, marginalized and vulnerable population. In realising our mission, we seek to increase access to quality education for children, adolescents and youth; reduce gender-based violence through the promotion of rights and economic empowerment activities for vulnerable groups of women, girls and disabled children; and enhance access and uptake of comprehensive quality SRHR, HIV/AIDS and TB services among communities.
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Rumphi District, where LICO is based, is a diverse region with significant socio-economic challenges. The district’s population is predominantly rural, with high rates of poverty and unemployment, especially among the youth. Agriculture is the primary source of income, but it is vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. LICO’s programs are tailored to address these challenges by promoting sustainable development and improving access to essential services.
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Our thematic areas include Health, Education, Climate Change, Food Security, Human Rights, Economic Empowerment, and Governance. We are dedicated to making a positive impact and bringing about sustainable change in the lives of those we serve.
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​ LICO envisions "Healthy communities, living dignified lives, in a sustainable environment." This vision drives all our efforts to create lasting, positive change in the communities we serve.
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LICO’s core values—integrity, transparency, unity of purpose, accountability, sustainability, and trustworthiness—guide its operations and partnerships. This strong set of values underpins our commitment to the communities we serve. Through strategic collaborations with various stakeholders, LICO continues to create lasting positive impacts, working towards its vision of healthy communities living dignified lives in a sustainable environment.
Looking Ahead: As we implement our Strategic Plan which can be accessed under the downloads tab, LICO remains committed to its mission of empowering communities and fostering sustainable development. We will continue to work closely with government entities, donors, civil society organisations, and the private sector to achieve our goals and make a lasting impact on the lives of the people we serve.
