About
Our Mission:
International Child Advancement is a non-profit organization with a mission to empower orphans and underprivileged children to become self-sufficient through education, vocational training and mentoring.
Our Vision:
To be an impactful and sustainable source of education and career development support for underprivileged children.
Our Values:
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Advancement Opportunities: We work towards providing disadvantaged children with equitable educational opportunities, eliminating systemic inequalities.
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Elevation from Poverty: We are committed to eradicating poverty by creating diverse revenue streams and career coaching to prepare for careers and entrepreneurship.
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Fostering Sustainability: We are responsible with resources placed in our hands and attract diverse funds necessary to ensure long-term success.
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Equity & Inclusion: We foster an environment where everyone has an opportunity to live their full potential regardless of race, gender, identity and background.
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Community Commitment: We are present in the public and private spheres of influence, building healthy and lasting relationships with all stakeholders.
Our Impact:
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EMPOWER | EDUCATE | ELEVATE
About Us
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We are entirely driven by a small group of passionate volunteers in Western New York, led by our Founder who is of Congolese descent.
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We equip refugee and underserved children in Buffalo, NY with scholarships, backpacks, school supplies, and financial education, ensuring they have the tools necessary to succeed in school and life.
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We support the needs (educational, vocational, and nutritional) of orphans in the Kivu region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
