Our Mission

Azania International is committed to providing counseling, consulting, and coaching services tailored for migrating populations and the organizations aiding them, especially those affected by trauma during migration, captivity, or displacement. We prioritize linguistic accessibility, ensuring our services are culturally appropriate, accessible, and equitable domestically and internationally.

Our Approach

At Azania International, we employ a community-focused strategy, addressing both individual and collective trauma experiences. Through empathetic listening, thoughtful questioning, and scientifically based approaches, we guide individuals towards newfound clarity and healing, taking into account the complexities of their personal journey and social contexts. 

For organizations, our expertise extends to the following areas:

  • Cross-cultural trauma-informed work

  • Mental Health First AID

  • Intensive EMDR and group EMDR  programs 

  • Asset-Based Community Development 

  • Anti-racism initiatives

  • Multicultural staff dynamics 

  • Crisis Stabilization Case management 

Our seasoned professionals utilize a comprehensive lens that includes mental health, community development, leadership development, and cross-cultural dynamics, ensuring that our clients' organizations are effective, culturally sensitive, and deeply compassionate.

A Note from our Founder

Hello!

When I was beginning our organization, I consulted with friends across the globe on what we should name it. While much of the work we do is rooted in raw, harsh humanity, there is an otherworldly nature to the work of healing that transcends our human reality.  When liberation and healing happen, something miraculous ensues.  Something that involves God. I often feel like I am a guest; simply a witness.  It is deeply humbling to be present when a person goes to the very cellar of their brokenness with the cobwebs, muck, and darkness to seek healing.  And while the turmoil is tangible, there is this constant force that creates harmonious stability. 

And it is this: God hears.

God is listening. The Divine hears our groans as we work beyond exertion for liberation.  God sees our suffering as we beat our chests in anger and despair.  Divine presence doesn’t just take up space.  God is the inception and the completion of our hope and healing. 

One friend recommended I call our organization, Azania. In some languages, it means, “God hears”.  In South Africa, it has anti-apartheid and radical liberation underpinnings.  In Greek mythology,  it is a fictitious place off the coast of South Africa that represents Afrocentric utopia.  It speaks of the grit that those who seek liberation and healing have.  One word.  Azania. It seems to encapsulate the essence of it all.