The Ark

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A faith-based, multi-purpose healing centre dedicated to restoring wholeness, dignity, and purpose to individuals and communities affected by trauma.

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Faith Driven

The Ark · Umbrella Association

One Ark. Two arms. A movement of healing.

The Ark is a faith-inspired humanitarian association where broken lives are restored, women are raised, families are strengthened, communities are served, and leaders are born.

Arm 1

The Ark

Trauma healing, recovery, wellness, youth skills, scholarships, family restoration and leadership formation.

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Arm 2

Mother's Ark

Raising an army for women — mentorship, outreach, the Family School, Girls Academy and Business Circle.

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Upcoming · Mothers Ark International

WAC26 Women Aflame Conference

Theme: The Spirit Led Woman

Two days of worship, teaching, impartation, prayer, and transformation with Rev. Shekinah Bateke and Rev. Lesley Mbuagbor. Come expecting a life-changing encounter, renewed fire, and divine direction.

Friday · Jul 31, 2026

Morning 9:00 – 11:00 AM

Evening 5:00 – 9:00 PM

Saturday · Aug 1, 2026

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Venue: Ancienne Pharmacie Kotto, Bloc H40, Douala, Cameroon
Contact: +237 656 086 443 / +237 678 823 778

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About Us

A sanctuary for healing,
a launchpad for purpose.

The Ark is a faith-based, multi-purpose healing centre dedicated to restoring wholeness, dignity, and purpose to individuals and communities affected by trauma. Rooted in faith, compassion, and evidence-informed practice, the Foundation sensitizes communities, identifies individuals impacted by trauma, and amplifies their inherent strengths as they journey through healing.

Through holistic psychosocial support, wellness programmes, and leadership development, The Ark accompanies survivors beyond recovery, empowering them to become resilient change agents within their families, institutions, and societies.

By centring healing as the foundation for leadership and social impact, The Ark contributes to building healthier individuals, stronger communities, and a more compassionate world.

Vision

Heal to Lead

Those impacted by trauma healed, restored, and fulfilling God's purposes for their lives.

Mission

Raise Mental Health Awareness
Reduce the Stigma of Emotional Pains
Accompany Women and Children in their Wellness Journey
Inspire them to become Agents of Change

Programmes

Pathways to wholeness

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The Heal to Lead Campaign

Accompany women and girls on a holistic wellness journey — healing, resilience, and confident leadership.

RECLAIM

Integrated Mental Health & Addiction Recovery Programme — restoring lives in Douala and beyond.

Lesley Mbuagbor Scholarship

Improving access, retention, and completion of secondary education for vulnerable students.

Empowerment of Small Businesses & Hawkers

Micro-financing, training, mentorship, and market access for economic resilience.

Founder

Rev. Lesley Mbuagbor

Psychotherapist. Pastor. Mother. Author. Visionary founder of The Ark Foundation and Mother's Ark International — raising a generation of king-priest women on fire to ignite change in every sphere of influence.

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In the Field

The "I Am A Leader" movement,
reaching schools across Cameroon.

From classrooms in Douala to community halls beyond, every session awakens a new generation of leaders. Watch a glimpse of the movement in motion.

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From the field

I Am A Leader — book distribution

Advanced Services

Beyond healing — a full ecosystem of support.

From clinical psychotherapy to social entrepreneurship, every service is designed to meet you where you are and walk with you toward purpose.

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Clinical psychotherapy, CBT, and faith-integrated counselling — one-on-one or in groups.

RECLAIM Recovery

Mental health and addiction recovery in Douala — community, structure, and dignity restored.

Leadership Academy

The 'I Am A Leader' curriculum brought into schools, churches, and youth organisations.

Speaking & Workshops

Keynotes, panels, and retreats on healing, womanhood, leadership, and faith-based wholeness.

Hawker Empowerment

Micro-financing, business training, and market access for street vendors and small-scale traders.

Safe Spaces for Women

Confidential support circles for survivors of trauma, abuse, and displacement.

Mother & Child Care

Pre- and post-natal wellness, parenting circles, and tender support for new mothers walking through trauma.

Holistic Wellness Clinics

Mind-body-spirit screenings, mental health check-ins, and referrals into a trusted care network.

Heal to Lead Mentorship

Twelve-month one-on-one mentorship pairing emerging leaders with seasoned guides from the Ark community.

Justice & Advocacy Desk

Walk-with advocacy for survivors of gender-based violence — legal navigation, dignity, and protection.

24/7 Prayer & Care Line

A confidential line answered by trained volunteers — a soft place to land in the hardest hours.

Global Conquest Missions

Faith-led international outreach taking healing, leadership, and hope across borders and prison walls.

Gallery

Moments from the mission

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I Am A Leader book cover by Lesley Mbuagbor

Kenya Mission · 2025

The Kenya Invasion —carrying healing to orphans & prisoners.

The Ark crossed borders to Kenya on a sacred assignment: to embrace forgotten children in orphanages and to bring the gospel of restoration into prison walls. From shared songs of worship to bags of essentials placed in trembling hands, every encounter became a testament that no one — no matter where they are — is beyond the reach of dignity, hope, and divine love.