The African Family Health Organization (AFAHO) is an ethnic, community-based organization that provides health, human and educational services to African and Caribbean immigrants and refugees (ACIR) in the greater Philadelphia area. We work to strengthen community health culture and facilitate social integration through the utilization of a unique peer support model that uses shared language, cultural expertise, advocacy, and system navigation knowledge to help individuals and families overcome social determinants, build community connections, and gain information and resources needed to thrive, improve health and educational outcomes, promote integration and support self-sufficiency. Through numerous programs and initiatives, AFAHO seeks to serve as a cultural and linguistic bridge between our clients and the larger provider community, both assessing and addressing the needs of our clients within a societal landscape of cultural, geographic, linguistic, economic and other barriers that make it difficult for many to flourish.

 

AFAHO Core Values:

• Trust – We build trusting relationships through confidentiality and culturally-sensitive care.
• Hope – We help people believe in and work towards a better future despite challenges.
• Community – We bring together people with shared concerns and values to foster a sense of belonging, hope and trust.
• Dignity & Respect – We serve people with the dignity and respect they deserve.