Uzima Women Relief Group International
Registered Name: Uzima Women Relief Group International
Business No: 811274307RR0002
This organization is designated by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as a registered charity. They comply with the CRA's requirements and has been issued a charitable registration number.
Uzima is a Kiswahili word meaning wellness.
Furthermore, Women Relief Group International provides care and support to families affected by the effects of war and disease in Canada and internationally to contribute to the global efforts to relieve poverty and improve women’s health and education.
Uzima also focuses on medical care and medicines, good nutrition and education for both women and men with a focus on women empowerment.
Uzima carries out a multitude of programs and projects to support seniors, youth and immigrants. These programs include: the Kindred Program, the YVHTPP (Youth Violence and Human Trafficking Prevention Program), the Seniors Program, as well as the GBV ( Gender Based Violence - seniors project), to name a few.
As a not-for-profit organization, we seek diverse voices in working to improve uzima. Although we are open to all racial groups, we especially encourage black, and people of color, and others currently less represented in our governance groups to consider joining us in these important leadership roles.