DO YOU KNOW FOUNDATION

Love More and Take Action. Africa Forward.

Advocating for the rights of African women and children through education, empowerment and community action.

Our mission

We are on a mission for great change

Do You Know Foundation is a non-profit organization advocating for the rights of African women and children.

We fight against violence, abuse and inequality, and promote education, empowerment and development.

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Our focus

Empowering people. Strengthening communities.

Women’s rights and empowerment
Education

Women’s Justice Rights, Empowerment, Leadership & Development

Advocating for women’s education, safety, leadership, development and economic opportunities in Africa.

Children learning in an African classroom
Change

Child Protection & Education

Defending children from abuse, neglect, alcohol and drugs in the townships of Africa while promoting access to quality education and essential resources. African children are the future.

A young girl drinking water
Community

Community Development & Advocacy

Engaging in policy dialogue, environmental action and humanitarian aid to uplift rural and township communities.

Our work in action

Small actions. Lasting change.

  • Donated school essentials to over 500 children
  • Helped families affected by shack fires
  • Conducted legal rights and empowerment workshops for women
  • Launched “Open Dialogue” and “African Table” platforms for advocacy and action
500+ Children supported with school essentials
50 Happy Volunteers
2019 Community Clean Up initiative started
A vision for Africa

Mama Cathy’s Leadership & Vision

A continent where African women and children live with dignity, security and equal opportunities—free from violence and discrimination, empowered through education, leadership and economic participation.

Mama Cathy shares the vision and goals of the organisation, together with its plans and the work being put into action.

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Action starts with us

Be a part of our programs

  1. Open Dialogue

    Our initiative goes beyond mere dialogue, culminating in actionable plans and tangible change.

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  2. African Table

    Introducing The African Table: A Platform for Urgent African Conversations and Action.

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  3. Time To Open A Book

    Our goal is to recognize and support women’s commitment to self-improvement, while promoting a culture of lifelong learning and community engagement.

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  4. Women Empowerment Session

    The Women Empowerment Session, initiated by Do You Know Foundation, is a transformative program designed to equip women from all walks of life with the knowledge, skills and confidence to thrive in their personal, family, community and professional lives.

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  5. Charity Actions

    Do You Know Foundation supports more than 500 children in rural African communities by providing essential school kits to promote access to education. We also empower women by distributing clothing and other essential items, helping to uplift and strengthen communities across Africa.

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  6. Community Clean Up

    Our Community Clean Up initiative started in 2019. It is a testament to the power of collective action and our commitment to building stronger, more resilient communities. We provide our own equipment and necessary resources to ensure that each clean-up activity is conducted efficiently and safely.

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  7. Youth For Leadership

    Through this initiative, we are committed to shaping the future of Africa by investing in the leaders of tomorrow.

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