Who We Are

 Wounded Healers started as a support group for women survivors of rape in Kenya, focusing on creating safe spaces for women to heal and share their stories. The success of this initial group led to the formation of multiple support groups across Kenya, building a foundation of community and solidarity among survivors. 

 Officially registered in Kenya, Wounded Healers began public awareness campaigns on human trafficking, reaching rural and urban areas to educate communities about the dangers of trafficking and exploitation. In a notable early rescue, the foundation saved a young woman from a trafficking situation in Nairobi, highlighting the urgent need for intervention and support for vulnerable women and girls. 

 Wounded Healers established itself as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the state of Maine to support immigrant women, particularly African survivors of sexual violence and human trafficking, who were living in Maine. We started collaborating with local organizations in Maine to combat human trafficking, provide advocacy, and offer resources for survivors from African communities. This expansion began a dedicated U.S.-based network for trauma recovery, prevention, and support while raising funds to support the kenya project.

 Wounded Healers opened the City of Peace Safe House in Kenya, a rescue and recovery center for survivors of sexual violence. The safe house offers comprehensive services, including medical care, counseling, and legal support. Survivors are given a secure environment to start their journey to recovery and receive long-term assistance as they rebuild their lives. 

The Maine Afro Yoga Project was founded to respond to the unique challenges faced by African immigrant women in Maine, many of whom are survivors of sexual and domestic violence. Recognizing the lack of culturally relevant wellness and healing spaces in the region, Wounded Healers International established this trauma-informed, community-centered program to support recovery and resilience. The project offers accessible movement and mindfulness practices rooted in African traditions, language, and cultural identity—providing a safe space where women can reclaim their bodies, process trauma, and build a sense of connection and belonging. Through this initiative, Wounded Healers bridges the gap between culturally relevant care and the healing needs of African communities in Maine.

 To provide sustainable support for young women and girls, Wounded Healers launched a Vocational Training Center. The center offers skills training in trades such as tailoring, crafts, and other marketable skills to empower survivors economically, helping them achieve self-sufficiency and reduce the risk of re-victimization. The center also integrates life skills and business training, equipping women to support themselves and their families. 

 EmpowerHER Maine is an innovative economic empowerment initiative designed to support African women survivors of sexual violence and immigrants in Maine. The project focuses on entrepreneurship development, providing business training, financial literacy education, and access to resources that enable women to start and grow their own businesses. Through targeted mentorship programs and networking opportunities, EmpowerHER Maine equips participants with the skills and confidence needed to achieve economic independence and build sustainable livelihoods. By promoting self-sufficiency and economic stability, the project empowers women to transform their economic futures and make lasting contributions to the local economy