07/30/2026
Located approximately 60 km from Lilongwe City Centre in Malawi, Dzaleka Refugee Camp is home to thousands of refugees who have fled conflict and instability in countries such as the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and Burundi, as well as Eritrea and Somalia.
Within the camp live men, women, and children carrying stories of loss, displacement, resilience, and hope. Many face ongoing challenges, including trauma, poverty, and limited access to essential resources. Yet, even in the midst of hardship, God is at work.
Our Ministry
Nico and Vicky serve in Dzaleka as part of the Catalyst Team with Ethnos Movement International (EMI). Their ministry is based at Neema House, a rental premises inside the camp that functions as a place of discipleship, care, creativity, prayer, and practical support.
In partnership with the Dzaleka Christian Churches Union (DCCU)—the body overseeing many of the Christian churches within the camp—they work to strengthen church leadership, disciple believers, and extend Christ’s compassion in tangible ways.
Key Areas of Focus
Men’s Ministry
This ministry focuses on pastoral care, leadership development, and biblical discipleship for church leaders within the camp. With over 160 rural churches represented, many pastors have not received formal theological training. Through structured discipleship programs and personal mentoring, leaders are strengthened spiritually and equipped to shepherd their congregations faithfully—many of whom are themselves navigating trauma and displacement.
Women’s Ministry – Creating with Christ
Women are ministered to through discipleship and healing art. The “Creating with Christ” initiative integrates trauma care, biblical reflection, and creative expression. Through guided sessions, women process pain, surrender their stories to God, and transform what once represented brokenness into expressions of healing and truth. These gatherings help restore dignity, identity, and hope.
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