Word from the founder
Ushiriki Wema Foundation was born from a simple yet profound belief that meaningful change happens when those with a voice use it to uplift the most vulnerable.
As a nation, we must take bold, deliberate steps to reduce maternal and infant mortality, support the empowerment of persons with disabilities, and enact policies that ensure our elders live with dignity and pride. Additionally, environmental stewardship is no longer a choice but a duty we owe to future generations. These are not lofty aspirations. They are rights.
At Ushiriki Wema Foundation, we work alongside duty-bearers, community members, and the private sector to translate these rights into lasting policy outcomes. Our approach is rooted in evidence, anchored in community voices, and driven by a commitment to public accountability.
Our work is made possible by partners who share our conviction. The partners include donors, institutions, and friends who believe that making life liveable for all is not optional but essential. Their support fuels our work on the ground and strengthens the hope we carry forward.
I believe in a Kenya where dignity is not a privilege, but a right. A country where we care for our planet as we care for one another. Ushiriki Wema Foundation is therefore an invitation to act, to care, and to build. To all who share this vision, I welcome you to join hands with us. Together, we can build a Kenya where everyone belongs.
H.E.Tessie S. Musalia Mudavadi, MBS
Founder & Chair, Ushiriki Wema Foundation