About AusCongo Network
Relief Wakes is the NDIS social enterprise arm of AusCongo Network — a grassroots Australian charity empowering Congolese communities in Australia and the Democratic Republic of Congo since 2008.
🏛️ Legal Name
Auscongo Network Incorporated (ACN)
📋 ABN
45 571 615 526
✅ Charity Status
ACNC Registered · DGR Endorsed · Public Benevolent Institution
📍 Address
155 Fernbrooke Blvd, Redbank Plains QLD 4301
Also operating in Mbuji-Mayi, DRC
🌐 Website
Teaching People to Fish for a Lifetime
AusCongo Network Incorporated (ACN) is a grassroots Australian charity registered as a Public Benevolent Institution. Founded by Pastor Constantin Mukendi in 2008, ACN was born out of a recognition that remittances alone cannot lift communities out of poverty — what's needed is sustainable, skills-based development.
ACN operates programs in two countries — supporting Congolese communities in Australia with social enterprise, skills training, and NDIS services; and running a Community & Business Centre in Mbuji-Mayi, DRC with 10 active development programs.
Relief Wakes is ACN's NDIS social enterprise. Revenue generated through Relief Wakes directly funds ACN's charitable programs in Australia and the DRC.
ACNC Registered Charity
Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. ABN: 45 571 615 526
DGR Endorsed
Endorsed by the ATO as a Deductible Gift Recipient. All donations over $2 are fully tax deductible.
Public Benevolent Institution
Registered as a PBI — the highest charitable status in Australia.
NDIS Registered Provider
Trading as Relief Wakes — Provider No. 4053361903, registered Aug 2025 – Aug 2028.
Operating Since 2008
Over 17 years of grassroots community development across Australia and the DRC.
Mission & Vision
Two statements that guide every decision ACN makes — from disability support to community development in the DRC.
Building Sustainable Communities
To provide opportunities for Congolese people living in poverty to transform their lives through community development, business development, microfinance, partnerships, training, and other activities aimed at building strong and sustainable communities.
Empowerment Across Two Nations
To support the empowerment of people in the Democratic Republic of Congo by renewing and restoring local economies; and to support the empowerment of Congolese communities in Australia by building skills and capacities — teaching people to fish for a lifetime.
What AusCongo Network Does
ACN runs programs across two countries, addressing poverty through sustainable community development and social enterprise.
DRC Community Centre
ACN operates a Community & Business Centre in Mbuji-Mayi, DRC with 6 staff members running 10 active development programs including agriculture, livestock, health, and small business training.
Learn More →Microfinance & Business
ACN provides microfinance loans and business training to community members in Mbuji-Mayi — helping them launch and grow sustainable micro-enterprises that generate lasting household income.
Learn More →Sewing Social Enterprise
Training women in professional sewing and tailoring, then providing microfinance loans to purchase a first machine — creating sustainable income and independence for families in Mbuji-Mayi.
Learn More →Fuel-Efficient Stoves
Distributing improved cooking stoves to families in Mbuji-Mayi — reducing deforestation, improving indoor air quality, and saving families up to 60% on firewood costs every month.
Learn More →Buddy2Buddy Solar
Bringing affordable solar energy to families and schools in Mbuji-Mayi — enabling children to study at night, businesses to operate after dark, and communities to thrive without electricity access.
Learn More →Project Wote Pamoja
Supporting Congolese communities in Australia with cultural connection, capacity building, and integration programs — helping newly arrived community members build networks and thrive.
Learn More →How Relief Wakes Funds ACN's Mission
Relief Wakes is not just an NDIS provider — it's a social enterprise. Every time you choose Relief Wakes as your disability support provider, you're also supporting ACN's charitable programs in the DRC and in Australia.
The revenue generated by Relief Wakes flows back into ACN, funding community development programs, microfinance loans, educational resources, and advocacy work that transforms lives across two continents.
- ♿ You access quality NDIS support through Relief Wakes
- 💰 Revenue supports ACN's charitable mission
- 🇨🇩 Funds flow to DRC programs in Mbuji-Mayi
- 🇦🇺 Funds also support Congolese Australians
AusCongo Network Website
Phone
0424 801 212
Address
155 Fernbrooke Blvd
Redbank Plains QLD 4301
Donate to ACN
givenow.com.au/auscongoappeal
All donations over $2 are tax deductible
Want to Learn More About AusCongo?
Visit the AusCongo Network website to explore our programs, donate, or get involved in the community.
