Eritrean Community Network
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Mission Statement
New Naka is a grassroots Non-For-Profit organization that provides Eritrean Canadian youth opportunities to connect with their community through mentorship, professional development, health promotion, and social networking
About This Cause
Vision: To become the leader for all East African youth innovation and collaboration Values: 1)Knowledge = providing and furthering self knowledge through workshops, events, and activities 2)Empowerment = providing opportunities and resources to help empower and establish identity 3)Innovation = using innovative techniques to engage the community 4)Inclusion = creating an inclusive environment that welcomes all demographics 2023 Accomplishments: -Serviced over 1500 community members through events and programs -Attained largest grant to date through NABC ($100,000) -Establishment of consistent weekly programming through our Reach One Teach One ---fitness program and All Money In Financial literacy program -Creation of our website and +10,000 plus engagements on social media -Creation of podcast series highlighting Eritrean professionals and youth -Expansion of Hawey/ Haftey membership from 35 to 70 Our Goals: 1 Year Goal: Have structure in place to ensure longevity of organization + service 1000 Eritrean youth in Toronto through programs and events 3 Year Goal: Service 2000 east African youth a year in programs and events + Implement membership card/app development 5 Year Goal: Have a multiplex facility to operate as a Community Hub for all programs and events 10 Year Goal: Expand New Nakfa to other provinces across Canada How we are currently looking to expand in 2024: -Collect registration form from all Hawey and Haftays to harness community resources (Ex. WhatsApp group, socials, etc.) -Updating website with content from past events and programs (Articles, registration form, donation, etc.) -Creation of YouTube channel (Drew Podcast, Fitness/Financial recordings, past events, etc.) -Attain $250,000 in grants and outside funding My name is Natnael Iyoban, I identify as a black Eritrean-Canadian. I am currently working as a Paramedic at Toronto Paramedic Services, and have faced COVID-19 on a daily basis. I have witnessed first hand how lethal the virus can be, in addition to how it has devastated vulnerable communities in Toronto. New Nakfa has been a beckon for hope, as we have continued to provide community resources and support. An example of such was the distribution of 500 free health packages to the Eritrean community in the GTA. We were able to to employ youth and provide community support, while mitigating COVID-19 in our community. As we continue to grow in the coming years, we are looking at expanding our programs and services through increased funding and marketing.