Annual Report — 2024

Full summary (key points) 1) Organization & mission - OTR is a non-profit founded in 2011, officially registered and focused on improving livelihoods of the most vulnerable, with special attention to women and youth. The organization collaborates closely with the Ministry of Interior and local administrations. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} 2) Education & SALT training - OTR organized SALT (Serve-Accompany-Link-Transfer) seminars and workshops for youth in urban and rural areas (examples: Bwiza) to help participants turn their dreams into small-scale businesses and income-generating activities. Participants received training in entrepreneurship, tailoring, mechanics, agro-pastoral activities and more. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} 3) Promotion of education & social support - The organization distributed school kits and food support, assisting children from vulnerable families and an orphanage ('Glory and Grace'), and provided psychosocial support during key events. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} 4) Women's economic empowerment - Trainings and seminars were delivered in Bwiza, Buterere and Kanyosha to improve organizational skills and income-generation for women, often using SALT methodology. OTR intends to support small start-ups and AGRs when funding allows. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5} 5) Environment & reforestation - OTR implemented tree nurseries and reforestation (e.g., 3,500 trees planted on Cigumije hill) and involved local communities (notably the Batwa). The organization educates communities on tree protection and environment-friendly practices. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} 6) Governance & finance - OTR reported total receipts of 11,490,300 BIF in 2024 (member contributions and donations). Expenditure included office rent (~4,800,000 BIF), staff salaries (~2,200,000 BIF) and program costs (~4,490,300 BIF). Bank account: FINBANK BURUNDI n° 40033035011. The association remains largely member-funded with limited external donor funding in 2024. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7} 7) Needs & conclusion - The report concludes by requesting financial, technical and material support to scale activities nationwide. OTR thanks partners and local authorities for collaboration and invites stakeholders to support the next phase of activities. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8} (Signed in Bujumbura, 27 March 2025 — Legal Representative: Eddy NIYONKURU.)