Nigerian Women Association-USA
About Nigerian Women Association-USA
Since its founding in May 2014, Nigerian Women Association-USA has grown from a small gathering in a Baltimore, MD office into a household name representing thousands of members across the Mid-Atlantic region. Born from the vision of Deaconess Kate Ngozi Okafor, who brought together diverse Nigerians and Nigerian Americans despite differences in geography, language, religion, and profession, the organization embodies unity with a singular purpose: to create a better world for the underprivileged. What sets Nigerian Women Association-USA apart is its commitment to serving both diaspora communities in the United States and sister communities in Nigeria, recognizing the interconnected nature of family and cultural heritage across continents. The organization celebrates Nigerian cultural traditions while fostering good citizenship and community values among its members. Operating as a Maryland-registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the association has become a symbol of women-led advocacy and grassroots empowerment, with members working together as one extended family. Their initiatives span poverty alleviation, cultural enrichment, and support networks that help fellow community members thrive in their daily lives. For Nigerians and Nigerian Americans in Baltimore and surrounding states, the association represents a home away from home—a place where shared heritage, mutual support, and collective action create lasting community bonds.