At Blessed Overcomers, we empower individuals in informal settlements across Africa to overcome adversity and build sustainable livelihoods. Our mission is to create positive change by supporting vulnerable communities through transformational habit change and capacity building.
We are committed to improving the welfare of vulnerable communities through transformation/capacity building for secure livelihoods.
Sustainable livelihoods for vulnerable people living in unplanned settlements within Kisumu
Resource Centre: Providing access to educational materials, vocational training resources, and business development tools.
OVC Support: Ensuring orphaned and vulnerable children have access to education, healthcare, and psychosocial support.
WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene): Improving access to clean water, proper sanitation, and hygiene education.
Entrepreneurship and MicroBusiness: Empowering individuals to start and grow their own businesses.
Health: Promoting wellness, preventing diseases, and improving access to healthcare services.
Peace and Conflict Interventions: Facilitating peacebuilding initiatives and conflict resolution workshops.
You can make a difference! Explore ways to support our cause through donations, volunteering, partnerships, advocacy, and spreading awareness. Together, we can create lasting change and empower more blessed overcomers across Africa.
Donate: Your financial contributions enable us to continue our vital work and expand our reach to more communities in need. Every donation, no matter how big or small, has the power to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Volunteer: Whether you're a skilled professional looking to lend your expertise or a passionate individual eager to make a hands-on difference, we welcome volunteers from all walks of life. Join us in making a tangible impact on the ground.
Partnerships: Collaboration is key to maximizing our impact. We invite organizations, businesses, and institutions to partner with us in advancing our shared goals of community empowerment and sustainable development.
Advocacy: Help us raise awareness about the challenges faced by individuals living in informal settlements and advocate for policies and initiatives that promote social justice, equality, and inclusion.
Our resource center serves as a vital hub for information, training, and support services. We provide access to educational materials, vocational training resources, business development tools, and community development programs. Through the resource center, individuals can enhance their skills, knowledge, and capacity to improve their livelihoods and contribute to community development initiatives.
We are deeply committed to supporting orphaned and vulnerable children (OVC) by providing access to essential services such as education, healthcare, nutrition, and psychosocial support. Our holistic approach ensures that OVC have the resources and opportunities they need to thrive and reach their full potential.
Access to clean water, proper sanitation, and hygiene education is fundamental to the health and well-being of communities. We work tirelessly to improve WASH infrastructure, promote hygiene practices, and raise awareness about the importance of clean water and sanitation. By addressing WASH challenges, we contribute to better health outcomes and a higher quality of life for individuals and families.
Economic empowerment is key to breaking the cycle of poverty. Through our entrepreneurship programs, we empower individuals to start and grow their own businesses. We offer entrepreneurship training, mentorship, access to finance, and market linkages to help individuals establish and manage successful micro-businesses. By fostering entrepreneurship, we enable individuals to generate income, create employment opportunities, and contribute to local economic development.
Our health programs focus on promoting wellness, preventing diseases, and improving access to healthcare services. We conduct health education sessions, provide healthcare screenings and referrals, distribute essential medicines and supplies, and support healthcare facilities in underserved areas. By addressing health challenges, we contribute to healthier and more resilient communities.
Promoting peace, dialogue, and conflict resolution is essential for fostering social cohesion and sustainable development. We facilitate peacebuilding initiatives, community dialogues, conflict resolution workshops, and advocacy campaigns to address underlying causes of conflict and promote peaceful coexistence. Through our interventions, we aim to create safer and more inclusive communities where individuals can thrive.
At Blessed Overcomers, we take a holistic approach to community development, addressing the interconnected challenges faced by individuals and communities living in informal settlements. Our programs are designed to not only meet immediate needs but also to create pathways to long-term resilience and self-reliance. Through a combination of capacity building, advocacy, and grassroots initiatives, we seek to:
Foster Sustainable Livelihoods: By providing access to education, vocational training, and entrepreneurship opportunities, we empower individuals to build sustainable livelihoods and break the cycle of poverty.
Promote Health and Well-being: We work to improve access to healthcare services, promote healthy behaviors, and address environmental health hazards to ensure the well-being of individuals and families.
Advocate for Social Justice: We advocate for the rights and well-being of vulnerable populations, amplifying their voices and challenging systemic injustices that perpetuate poverty and inequality.
Rev Joseph Ouko Ongany is a seasoned spiritual Christian leader who has served the Ministry for over 21years in Western and Nyanza regions of Kenya. He is a dependable community mobilizer with experience working with/ volunteering in various not-for profit faith based organizations championing various community empowerment programs in Kenya. He is a holder of Diploma in Bible and Theology from Pentecostal Bible College, Nyangori, Kenya and is currently pursuing a Bachelors degree of Commerce at the Kenya College of Accountancy. Rev. Ongany has served in both Pentecostal Assemblies of God –Kenya, as well as the Blessed Pentecostal Ministry where he currently serves as the Bishop. Rev. Joseph Ouko Ongany is a founding member of Blessed Overcomers CBO and currently volunteering as the Executive Director. Link up with the Rev via twitter @ROngany and through Facebook @Joseph Ongany.