Rooted in community, driven by women
The African Women Alliance is more than an organization – it is a home for women of African heritage building thriving lives, families, and futures across the diaspora.
Who We Are
A foundation where every woman can thrive
The African Women Alliance (AWA) exists to uplift African women and girls through education, advocacy, cultural celebration, and essential services. We believe that opportunity should never depend on where you come from.
We work alongside families navigating new beginnings – helping them access healthcare, secure meaningful work, understand immigration pathways, and find community. And we celebrate the richness of African culture so that pride in our heritage is passed to the next generation.
When a woman rises, her whole community rises with her. That belief is at the heart of everything we do.
500+
Families Served
12+
Partner Agencies
30+
Active Volunteers
6+
Years of Impact
Our Values
What guides our work
Four principles shape how we show up for the women and families we serve.
01
Dignity
Every woman deserves to be seen, heard, and treated with respect — no exceptions, no conditions.
02
Community
We go further together. We build networks of support that outlast any single program or moment.
03
Heritage
Our culture is our strength. We celebrate it loudly and pass it forward with pride.
04
Advocacy
We raise our voices where decisions are made, ensuring African women and families are represented.
Our Story
From a small circle to a growing movement
AWA began with a simple truth: women supporting women can change everything.
2018
The Alliance is founded
A group of African women in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area came together to support newly arrived families finding their footing.
2020
Services expand
We formalized partnerships with local agencies to broaden access to healthcare, employment, and immigration support.
2023
Culture takes center stage
Our first large-scale cultural festivals brought hundreds together to celebrate African food, music, art, and story.
Today
A thriving network
With 500+ families served and a dedicated corps of volunteers, AWA continues to grow — one woman, one family, one community at a time.
Our People
The women behind the mission
AWA is powered by dedicated leaders and volunteers who give their time, skills, and hearts to this work.
AO
Amara Okafor
Founder & Director
Leads AWA’s vision and community partnerships, championing women’s leadership across the diaspora.
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Ngozi Kamau
Programs Lead
Designs and runs AWA’s support services, from immigration navigation to job readiness.
FM
Fatima Mensah
Culture & Events
Curates AWA’s festivals and cultural programming, keeping heritage vibrant and alive.
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Our Worldwide Community
Where Our Members Originate
Our members are spread across the globe. Discover some of the countries they represent.
Cameroon
Congo
DRC
Ghana
Guinea
Ivory Coast
Kenya
Mali
Mauritania
Nigeria
Rwanda
Senegal
Somalia
United States
Zimbabwe
Become part of the story
Whether you have time, talent, or resources to share, there’s a place for you in the Alliance.