Vision
A world where every African immigrant woman has equitable access to healthcare, mental wellness support, and social services, enabling them and their families to thrive in their new communities.
Mission
To empower newly arrived African immigrant women by providing culturally sensitive health navigation, peer support, and advocacy. We bridge gaps in access to essential services through compassionate guidance, enabling women to confidently navigate healthcare systems, cultural differences, and social challenges for long-term well-being.
Goals
- Access to Health Services
- Connect women with appropriate healthcare providers and ensure they receive timely medical attention.
- Offer personalized health navigation and advocacy to overcome healthcare system barriers.
- Mental Wellness Support
- Provide culturally aware mental health counseling and support groups.
- Raise awareness about mental health and reduce cultural stigma through education and community engagement.
- Peer Support and Mentorship
- Establish peer mentorship programs that foster shared learning and mutual encouragement.
- Train experienced health navigators to guide new immigrants with empathy and cultural understanding.
- Social Integration and Cultural Orientation
- Organize workshops on cultural adaptation, healthcare rights, and social service access.
- Help women and their families adjust to their new environment through community-building activities.
- Advocacy and Policy Engagement
- Advocate for fair policies and programs that support immigrant health and social inclusion.
- Partner with organizations and policymakers to promote equitable access to healthcare and essential services.
- Capacity Building and Sustainability
- Develop volunteer and leadership training programs to strengthen the nonprofit’s impact.
- Secure funding and partnerships to ensure long-term sustainability and service expansion.