About Our Organization
Learn about our mission, vision, and the journey of Kawama Widows and Orphans Project since 2007
Our Story
Founded in 2007 and registered under the Society Act cap 112, Kawama Widows and Orphans Project is a community-based organization based in Kawama Community in Ndola, Zambia. We were formed to respond to the needs of widows, orphans, vulnerable children, and the marginalized in our society.
Over the years, we have grown from a small community initiative to a well-established organization with seven dedicated staff members and 120 community-based volunteers. Our work has impacted thousands of lives through various programs focused on education, healthcare, economic empowerment, and advocacy.
Our Achievements
With funding from various partners including Zambia Social Investment Fund (ZAMSIF), STEPS OVC, Coin's Foundation, and Built IT International, we have built a Community School comprising two three-by-two classroom blocks with offices in Kawama and a community library.
Over the last 15 years, the school has provided quality education to a total of 3,500 orphaned and vulnerable children (OVC) from grades one to seven. The Community School also acts as a center for community activities used by various groups of women clubs and faith-based organizations.
Our Mission & Vision
Our Vision
"Communities free from HIV and AIDS where all orphans and vulnerable children, widows, and other vulnerable people receive support to live healthier and happier lives."
Our Mission
"Kawama Widows and Orphans exist to prevent HIV, improve the quality of livelihoods of Widows, Orphans, vulnerable children and people living with HIV/AIDS through capacity building and economic empowerment so that vulnerable people can stand on their own and contribute to their wellbeing and the economic development of the nation."
Our Journey
Organization Founded
Registered under the Society Act cap 112 to respond to the needs of widows and orphans in Kawama community.
Education Support Program
Partnered with Zambian National AIDS network (ZNAN) to provide education support to OVCs.
Community Center Built
With support from Coins foundation UK, we built a community center for OVCs.
Expansion of Programs
Partnered with The Salvation Army/USAID for OVC Basic Care and support programs.
Hope Youth HIV Prevention
Implemented GF/CHAZ/DAPP project focusing on HIV prevention and GBV support.
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