About us
We’re helping Portland’s Black Diaspora community lead healthy lives.
Our story
The founding of African Families Holistic Health Organization was inspired by a deep commitment to positively changing the lives of the Black Diaspora community in Southeast Portland. With a history of four years dedicated to community organizing and direct service work within Portland's vibrant African community, some passionate community health workers observed the pressing issues of social isolation, limited self-empowerment, unhealthy lifestyles, strained family dynamics, and the underrepresentation of Swahili-speaking families, especially African men.
Driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact, we set out to address these challenges with the unwavering dedication to relationships and compassion that defines our organization. Join us to empower, uplift, and create lasting change for African families in our community.
Vision
Our vision is to build a thriving Black Diaspora community in Oregon, where the intricate tapestry of societal connections and deep-rooted issues are thoughtfully addressed. Our trauma-informed, systems-thinking approach, deeply rooted in popular education and Polyvagal Theory, aims to foster a future defined by equitable connections, unwavering resilience, and holistic health flourishing within our community.
Mission
We create equitable connections, resilience, and holistic health within the Black diaspora community. We utilize a trauma-informed, systems-thinking approach firmly grounded in popular education and Polyvagal Theory to achieve this. Our work empowers, trains, and connects African families, enhancing their physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.
Our Team
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Joy Mulumba
Executive Director
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Egide Dukuzumuremyi
Community Engagement Specialist
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Riziki Mmuhongelwa
Administrative Assistant
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Marianne Mulumba
Human Resources Specialist
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Joy Sadi
Bookkeeper & Administrative Assistant