Faces of Kibera Corp

Faces of Kibera Corp is a non-profit organization established to address the needs of vulnerable individuals, particularly orphans, in the Kibera slum of Nairobi, Kenya. However, specific details about the organization's current activities and status are not readily available.

History and Merge with Uweza Foundation

The organization was founded by actress Rooney Mara in 2007. Mara formed Faces of Kibera to provide essential services such as housing, food, and medical care to orphans in Kibera. She started this initiative after volunteering in the area and recognizing the dire needs of the orphans, many of whom had lost parents to AIDS and HIV-related illnesses.

In 2011, Faces of Kibera merged with the Uweza Foundation, another non-profit organization working in Kibera. This merger aimed to pool resources and enhance the effectiveness of their joint projects. Rooney Mara became a key figure in the merged organization, serving as the president of Uweza Foundation's board of directors.

Objectives and Activities

Initially, Faces of Kibera focused on supporting orphans by providing them with basic necessities and creating an environment conducive to their development. However, after the merger with Uweza, the combined organization expanded its scope to include educational programs, talent development, and economic empowerment for the residents of Kibera.

Notable Collaborations and Impact

While Faces of Kibera Corp itself is no longer an independent entity following its merger with Uweza Foundation, the legacy of its early efforts contributes to the broader context of addressing poverty and empowering communities in Kibera. The work initiated by Faces of Kibera has been continued through Uweza's programs, which include supporting local art, education, and sports development in the area.

External Links

• Uweza Foundation

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uweza_Foundation [2] https://roons.freeforums.net/thread/44/introduction-uweza [3] https://www.kiberaprideinitiative.org [4] https://uwezakenya.org [5] https://rotarypeacecenternc.org/kibera-slum/