About KCWA
Our History
KCWA was founded with the goal of creating a supportive and vibrant community for Kenyans in Western Australia. We understand the unique challenges that come with living far from home, and we are dedicated to offering a helping hand to those who need it. Through our collective efforts, we strive to build a network of support that strengthens individuals and families, helping them to thrive in their new environment.
Mission
At KCWA, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our members and the broader community. We understand the challenges faced by those far from home, and our work aims to provide a holistic approach to overcoming these obstacles. Through our various initiatives, we strive to create opportunities that empower individuals and foster a sense of belonging.
Vision
To build a united, empowered, and thriving Kenyan community in Western Australia, where every individual feels supported, connected, and proud of their cultural heritage, fostering a legacy of togetherness and positive impact for generations to come.
Main Objectives
The main objectives for the Kenyan Community are:
- To be a not-for-profit, non-racial and a non-political movement that fosters friendships amongst all Kenyans.
- To promote the interests of members and their associates.
- To bring together members of the Kenyan Community to celebrate the Kenyan day of independence and other national days each year.
- Promote awareness of developments that arise in Kenya from time to time.
- To co-operate and liaise with humanitarian organisations and government bodies on issues that may affect the Kenyan Community of Western Australia.
- To assist Kenyans residing in western Australia who are in crisis situations.
- To serve as a channel for receipt of aid.
- To promote a greater understanding of Kenyans in the wider community
- To bring together Kenyan Groups, for the purpose of fostering cohesion whilst retaining diverse
- To impart knowledge of cultural heritage to the children of members of the Kenyan community, especially Kiswahili language.
- To assist any displaced Kenyan(s) and those in need (without prejudice).
- To help, settle and welcome new Kenyan migrants to Western Australia (without prejudice).
- To be a vehicle and support system through which Kenyans, as individuals, legal entities or groups could meet to cater for the welfare of Kenyans.
- To help members overcome cultural shock.