Who We Are
Mission
The Council for Zimbabwe; an international civil society organization, serves the humanitarian and development needs of Zimbabwe by leveraging the expertise and resources of the Zimbabwean Diaspora, other global citizens, and institutions for the health, education and economic well being of all Zimbabweans.
Background
Zimbabwe is experiencing a serious economic crisis. There is tremendous potential for the Zimbabwean Diaspora as well as concerned global citizens to contribute to finding effective solutions to these problems. Several initiatives, such as sending books, medical supplies, food and financial remittances to Zimbabwe, have had a positive impact. However, no single agency or individual has the range of skills, funds, knowledge and experience to tackle the country’s multi-dimensional problems. The effectiveness of these initiatives and their impact on development can be greatly enhanced by coordinating these efforts and linking them to a comprehensive strategy.
The Council for Zimbabwe (Zimcouncil) was conceived to provide a mechanism to improve the effectiveness of transferring social capital, financial resources, and professional skills back to Zimbabwe from the Diaspora.
Our Core Principles
Unhu/Ubuntu
We seek to recognize and affirm the humanity of all people involved in nation-building, repair the damage inflicted on people's relationships with each other and their public institutions, build on mutually beneficial and respectful relationships, and foster an environment conducive to peace, prosperity, and progress.
Inclusiveness
We seek to work together to capitalize on our unique strengths and ensure that communities respond to the special needs of all constituents that embody the diverse mosiac of our country.
Capacity Building
We work with communities to develop and nurture existing local skills and resources to facilitate the unity of effort in designing and implementing reconstruction activities that strengthen communities and a peaceful nation that is capable of improving the health and well being of its people.