A few words
About Us
History
International Center for Family Welfare (ICFW) was created in 2015 by a group of informed women & men who saw the need of building cohesive families and amplifying female & male voices beyond societal boundaries to stand up for equality and equity for men, women, girls, children, youths, 2SLGBTQIA+ people and other vulnerable populations. Over the years, we have grown in scope and impact, collaborating with community leaders, activists, and partners driving towards a positive change.
Who we are
An organization committed to Building inclusive communities for sustainable development
Mission Statement
Our mission is to serve vulnerable populations in dignity by advocating for gender equality and equity in all sectors and enhancing skills development and capacity building of young people, girls, women, seniors, immigrants, blacks, 2SLGBTQIA+, refugees, people with disabilities and other vulnerable populations.
Objective
Our objective is to build strong, cohesive and inclusive families/communities.
An inclusive society where vulnerable populations are free to make informed decisions and strive for a positive change in their communities. Our vision is of a Canada where everyone experiences equal opportunities, where diversity is celebrated, and where systemic racism is eradicated.
Our Values
We strive for more inclusive, just, fair and sustainable communities where vulnerable populations are given equal opportunities. We believe in a Canada where every individual, regardless of their background, has equal opportunities and rights.
We work directly with women, girls, children and 2SLGBTQIA+ people who are victims of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). We equally work, seniors, youths, homeless individuals, people living in overcrowded housing, collective sites and slums; immigrants, blacks, refugees, people with disabilities, the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis, people living in closed facilities, racialized people, people living in remote locations; and people living in poverty.
Our secondary beneficiaries include faith-based organizations, community-based organizations, social centers, clubs and other women’s groups.
FUNDERS
Our Values
Our organizational values are designed to guide, groom and help those working with us achieve our ambitious goals for vulnerable populations: We strive for more inclusive, just, fair and sustainable communities where vulnerable populations are given equal opportunities.
We create a professional environment where trust is won both inside and outside of the organization by prioritizing respect, acceptance, consideration, appreciation, listening, openness, affection, right Conduct, Peace and Non-violence, empathy and love towards each other.
We challenge ourselves to be bold, courageous, tolerant, responsive, focused and innovative while delivering our services. We motivate and encourage our staff to imbibe, prioritize and demonstrate these core organizational values
Inclusion: We believe that the fabric of our community is stronger when all of its members have the opportunity to express their diverse interests, concerns, and points of view.
Transparency and accountability: We are open, communicate our actions and impact to all staff, partners and the general public. We hold ourselves accountable for the decisions we make and the results we create
Exchange: We believe that West Marin has much to teach and learn from other communities worldwide. We value the interplay of ideas among people seeking to live in harmony with each other.
Together we Can: We promote inclusive professional environment, tolerance (appreciate differences) and challenge inequality in our actions. Our programs are developed with the optimum involvement of our beneficiaries and our partners.
Respect: Believing in and appreciating the dignity and potential of all human beings.
Peace and Non-violence: Encourage our staff to promote peaceful working environment and often resort to dialogue in case of misunderstanding
Integrity: Maintaining social, ethical and organizational norms and adhering to the code of conduct.
Commitment: Fulfilling organizational goals with full commitment towards our duties and responsibilities.
Excellence: Setting high performance standards and being accountable for and responsible towards our work
Empowerment: We believe in providing educational opportunities that enable community members to build new skills and gain valuable experience. We promote an exchange of ideas that enriches people’s lives.
Meet our team
ICFW consists of a diverse team of Individuals from various backgrounds, experiences, and ethnic groups. They are characterized by their humility, respect, tolerance, and enthusiasm to serve their communities.
