Houston, Texas, USA

Making an impact

🌍 Making a Difference: Our Charitable Programs That Change Lives

We believe in action that uplifts. Through compassion, culture, and community care, our programs bring real change to Garífuna women and families in Houston. Here’s how we make a difference:

Save Children

We support Garífuna youth through mentorship, educational supplies, and cultural identity programs. Every child deserves to grow up proud of who they are and empowered to dream bigger.
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Food
distribution

From hot meals to pantry food boxes, we help ensure no Garífuna family is left behind.
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Disaster
response

From emergency aid to shelter, we respond quickly to help families recover with dignity.

Our Services — Empowering Women, Honoring Heritage

This is Us Nosotras Waguia, we provide culturally rooted services that uplift, educate, and empower Garífuna women in Houston. From mentorship to health advocacy, our programs are designed to strengthen both the individual and the community — mind, body, and spirit.

Education & Mentorship

We believe education is the key to opportunity and empowerment. Our programs support Garífuna women and girls through tutoring, adult literacy, college prep, and mentorship circles that build confidence, skills, and sisterhood. We rise by lifting each other.

Cultural Heritage

Our roots are our strength. Through music, storytelling, art, and language, we celebrate and preserve the Garífuna culture. We teach younger generations the value of who they are — proudly Afro-Indigenous and powerfully connected to a rich, living legacy.

Health & Wellness

We prioritize the well-being of our women — physically, mentally, and emotionally. From health screenings and workshops to mental health support and fitness events, we promote access to care that respects our community’s unique needs and experiences.

Leadership Training

Garífuna women are born leaders. We provide leadership development, public speaking workshops, civic education, and opportunities to represent our community with strength and pride. Our goal is to raise visible, capable women ready to lead and inspire change.

"Rooted in Culture. Rising in Power."

We are a coalition of Garífuna women dedicated to preserving our culture, amplifying our voices, and building strong leaders in the Houston community. We believe in the power of sisterhood, heritage, and collective impact.

Unity

At This is Us / Nosotras / Waguia, unity isn’t just a word — it’s the foundation of everything we do. As Garífuna women from across Central America now living in Houston, we recognize the power that comes from standing together.

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Equity

As Garífuna women, our culture guides us daily. It lives in our language, dances, stories, and traditions. Through every song, dish, and ritual, we preserve the legacy of our ancestors and pass it proudly to future generations.

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Empower a Women, transform a future

Your support helps fund programs that change lives and honor our roots.

Small actions, big change. One child at a time

Join our sisterhood of Garífuna women shaping the future. Membership is free and open to all ages.

Volunteer With Us

From events to mentorship, we welcome helping hands and open hearts.

United in the mission to end child hunger

One-Time Gift

Make a difference today with a single contribution. Your one-time donation helps fund urgent needs, from cultural programs to wellness resources.

Auto Donations

Support our mission every month with a recurring donation. Monthly giving helps us plan long-term initiatives and ensures continuous support.

Matched Giving

Double your impact! Many employers will match your donation — check with your workplace and help amplify your gift to empower even more lives.

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