Present in the country since 2014, when the country was in the midst of civil war, FSD first launched a small project to raise awareness on the dangers associated with handling weapons, ammunition or explosive remnants of war. The organisation was also involved in the humane reburial of bodies outside cemeteries and in armed violence reduction programs.

From 2015, FSD gradually focused its efforts on activities aimed at restoring state authority in the Central African provinces, as part of a European Union project. This includes assisting the organization and administration of the Central African defense ministry, but also supporting the deployment of new peace forces outside the capital Bangui.

A first step was taken with the rehabilitation of a camp in Bouar, in the north-west of the country. A permanent presence of the security forces in this city will make it possible to secure the region, creating conditions favorable to the return of displaced populations and the restarting of the local economy. Similar projects will be carried out in other key cities in the country.

At the same time, FSD is keen to take advantage of its presence in different regions of the country to carry out community support activities. Measures aimed at creating jobs, improving access to drinking water, and promoting the empowerment of women are notably planned.

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