Our Mission

We are a restorative justice organization, preparing widows to be leaders of positive social transformation in their communities through integrated programs in leadership, health, livelihoods and justice.

Our work alleviates widowhood poverty, mitigates the impact of HIV/AIDS, and gives widows the tools to tackle oppressive cultural, economic, and social practices that undermine widows’ dignity and limit their agency.

Our Vision

Africa where widows thrive

 

Our Objectives

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Our Strategy

We use a three-step strategy to achieve our mission and objectives. 

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1. INVITATION PHASE:
Widows participate in leadership circles where they
encourage and support each other emotionally, spiritually and financially.

 

2. PREPARATION PHASE:
Nyanam equips the widows with knowledge and skills through
various trainings such as in business, property rights, leadership, voice of
change and human rights and others.

 

3. TRANSFORMATION PHASE:
The widows design, implement and evaluate social change projects that seek
to improve their wellbeing, including how they are perceived and treated in their communities.
Nyanam facilitates research and policy engagement to advocate for widows.