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Sudan Emergency Relief
Providing emergency assistance to families affected by ongoing conflict in Sudan, including food support, water access, medical assistance, and essential relief services through trusted local partners.
Orphan Support Program
Supporting orphaned children with education, healthcare, nutrition, and emotional care. Every child deserves a chance to thrive regardless of their circumstances.
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Education Empowerment
In conflict zones, education is often the first casualty. Over 2 million Sudanese children are out of school, with girls disproportionately affected. Displacement destroys not just homes, but futures.
Orphan Care & Sponsorship
Conflict has orphaned thousands of children, leaving them without protection, support, or hope. Without intervention, these children face exploitation, trafficking, and a lifetime of poverty.
Community Development
Displacement fractures communities, destroying the social fabric and economic systems that families depend on. Without intentional rebuilding, communities struggle to recover for decades.
Clean Water Initiative
Millions lack access to clean water, forcing women and children to walk hours daily to collect water that's often contaminated. Waterborne diseases remain a leading cause of child mortality.
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Our goal is not only to help the people there, but also help the economy. We aim to buy as many local supplies as we can to reinvest in the communities we aid.
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Bringing Home to Those

Who Need it Most

Najwa Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting women, children, and families affected by conflict and displacement. Since 2017, our work has focused on meeting urgent humanitarian needs while building pathways for education, dignity, and long-term stability.

Our mission is rooted in lived experience, guided by compassion, and carried forward through community partnership, both in Sudan and among refugee communities in the United States.

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Empowering Communities Through Compassionate Action

Najwa Foundation exists to support women and children in conflict-affected regions of Sudan, Chad, and refugee communities in the United States.

We provide essential assistance, including food support, medical assistance, clothing, and educational resources, while prioritizing education as the foundation for long-term change. Our programs are designed to respond to immediate needs today and grow responsibly toward sustainable opportunity tomorrow.

Our Vision

We envision a future where women and children affected by displacement are not defined by crisis, but empowered through education, stability, and opportunity to rebuild their lives with dignity.

"Every little bit counts. Support in any form can create real change for families who need it most."

Providing humanitarian aid to conflict zones
Building schools and educational infrastructure
Delivering medical care and supplies
Supporting refugee families with essential needs

What Drives Us Forward

Our values guide every decision we make and every life we touch.

Compassion

Responding to urgent needs with humanity and care.

Education-Centered Impact

Belief that education is the most powerful tool for long-term transformation.

Community First

Partnering with local leaders and existing structures to ensure dignity and sustainability.

Integrity

Honest storytelling, responsible programming, and transparent accountability.

Founded and Led by Lived Experience

A Darfur genocide survivor, valedictorian, and visionary leader dedicated to transforming lives.

"Life ain't no crystal stair. I should know because I am a survivor of the Darfur genocide."

— Najwa Adam, Founder & President

A Journey of Survival

Najwa Foundation was founded in 2017 by Najwa Adam, a survivor of the Darfur genocide.

As a young mother, Najwa was forced to flee her home in western Sudan with her children to escape violence. She spent years navigating displacement, insecurity, and loss, while carrying the responsibility of protecting her family and preserving hope for their future.

Even in displacement, Najwa witnessed the power of education, community, and resilience. These experiences shaped her belief that humanitarian work must be rooted in dignity, cultural understanding, and long-term vision.

Triumph Through Education

After resettling in the United States, Najwa founded Najwa Foundation to support women and children facing the same hardships she once endured.

Today, she continues to lead the foundation’s programs, guiding distributions, partnerships, and community-based initiatives with deep care and firsthand understanding.

Co-Founders, Working Side by Side

Najwa Foundation is co-founded and led by Najwa Adam and her daughter, Siham Hassan, who work together to advance the organization’s mission.

Siham Hassan, Co-Founder, grew up shaped by displacement and resettlement. After arriving in the United States, she navigated language barriers and cultural adjustment while pursuing education with determination, eventually graduating as a high school valedictorian and earning triple degrees from Michigan State University.

Siham works alongside her mother to expand Najwa Foundation’s reach, bridge international humanitarian efforts with U.S.-based education and refugee support, and strengthen partnerships with institutions and communities.

Together, their leadership reflects both lived experience and forward-looking vision, combining resilience, education, and action.

"Najwa Foundation is about resilience, perseverance, determination, and hope. It's about daring to dream. It's about being the change we wish to see in the world. Dreaming shouldn't be a privilege—everyone, no matter where they're from, should have the ability to dream."

— Siham Hassan

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Milestones of Impact

Our values guide every decision we make and every life we touch.

2017

Foundation Established

Najwa Foundation was founded in Michigan, USA with a mission to help women and children in conflict zones.

2018

First Aid Mission

Initiated humanitarian assistance and education support efforts in Sudan.

2019

Education Initiative

Started our education program, building schools and providing supplies to displaced children.

2020

Expanded to Chad

Expanded support to refugee communities in Chad.

2021

Community Partnerships

Strengthened community partnerships and education-focused programming.

2023 - Present

Growing Impact

Continued expanding programs supporting education, medical assistance, and refugee integration in Michigan and abroad.

(Programs have grown intentionally and responsibly based on resources and community needs.)

Why We Focus on Women and Children

"When women are supported, families recover faster. When children are educated, futures reopen."

Women and children are disproportionately impacted by conflict and displacement. By centering them in our work, we help stabilize families, protect education, and strengthen entire communities.

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The Najwa Foundation greatly appreciates your help. Together, we can bring hope and comfort to women and children in need.

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Najwa Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women and children in areas of conflict within Sudan, Chad, and other regions. Together, we can make a difference.