Women of African descent, building a stronger Michigan together.

Scholarships for our girls, sewing classes, a community garden and help for families in need. United African Women Organization of Michigan, in Detroit since 2001.

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Our programs

Everything we do runs on member dues and donations, and all of it goes back into the community.

Scholarships

Scholarships for girls heading to college, presented each year at Awards Day.

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Sewing for Our Girls

Girls learn a skill, build confidence, and give back. During the pandemic they sewed and donated masks.

Community giving

Holiday donations to Freedom House in Detroit, food for the July 4th African Festival, and aid to women in the Congo region.

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How we serve

A support network for women, and a home for our culture.

Member networking
Scholarships for students
Community services
Cultural enrichment
Tutoring for children and youth
Seminars and workshops
Sewing classes
Language arts
Nutrition education
Health and wellness
Immigration services
Community garden

Our leadership

Volunteers who keep UAWO running.

Rev. Beatrice AlghaliPresident and Founder

Mrs. Rose Ndasi-WebbVice President

Mr. Masengo PembamottoTreasurer

Jane NgumoSecretary

Juliet LukwagoAssistant Secretary

Susan SimwenyiAccountant

Esther ThomasScholarship Chairperson

Felicity ThompsonProgram and Event Director

Help a girl get to college.

UAWO is a 501(c)(3). Gifts of every size are tax-deductible.

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