Wellness is a right, not a privilege.
Uzima is Kiswahili for wellness. Since 2012 we have worked alongside women, youth and seniors in Toronto — and grassroots women's groups in Kenya — to build health, education and economic stability.
A non-profit built on wellness, dignity and access
Uzima Women Relief Group International was incorporated in 2012. We work to alleviate poverty and improve wellness among at-risk populations facing health challenges brought about by a lack of access to economic opportunity — through medical care and medicines, good nutrition, and education for women and men alike, with a focus on women's empowerment.
Our mission
Care and support to families affected by war and disease, in Canada and internationally — relieving poverty and improving women's health and education.
Our vision
A world where women understand their rights and have access to quality health, education and economic stability.
Everything we do sits on one of three
Health
FGM/C support and research, gender-based violence recovery, mental health literacy, harm reduction, and wellness for isolated seniors.
Education
Workshops, mentorship, digital literacy, leadership development, and translated resources that meet people in their own language.
Economic stability
Employment training, resume and interview coaching, youth micro-grants, summer jobs, and kitchen-garden farming skills in Kenya.
Who we walk alongside
Women
FGM/C support and research, gender-based violence recovery, and advocacy to end FGM/C in Canada.
Learn more →Youth
Violence and trafficking prevention, mental health, art therapy, micro-grants and summer jobs for ages 12–29.
Learn more →Seniors
Groceries and essentials, online exercise sessions, and protection from elder and financial abuse.
Learn more →International
Kitchen-garden and sustainable farming workshops with grassroots women's groups in Western Kenya.
Learn more →2024 Award Winner — Best Regional & International Marginalized Women's Support Organization, Canada
Uzima has been recognised as a leader in supporting marginalized women, receiving the 2024 Non-Profit Organisation Award. Our work alleviating poverty, enhancing health and providing education has changed lives across Canada and internationally — from distributing essential resources to facilitating empowerment workshops.
Three ways to stand with us
Give once or monthly, become a member with a vote at our general meetings, or volunteer your time — 250 volunteers have already been trained.