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A BRIGHTER TOMMORROW

connecting COMMUNITY.

CELEBRITING ZAMBIA

Serving the Zambian community in Washington since 2006.

Creating Impact

connecting

COMMUNITY.

CELEBRITING ZAMBIA

Bringing Zambians together in Washington while supporting communities locally and in Zambia through health, education, and opportunity.

Bringing Zambians together in Washington while supporting communities locally and in Zambia through health, education, and opportunity.

ABOUT AZISWA

Who We Are

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The Association of Zambians in Seattle, Washington (AZISWA) is a nonprofit organization founded to bring Zambians living in the Puget Sound region together.

We connect, support, and empower the Zambian community in Washington while collaborating with partners to advance development projects in Zambia.

Our work is guided by a commitment to community, health, education, culture, service, and creating opportunities for people to thrive.

COMMUNITY

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Stronger connections at home and abroad.

HEALTH

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Promoting whole-person health, wellness education, preventative care, and culturally responsive resources.

Promoting healthier, stronger communities.


EDUCATION

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Education is one of of the keys to success.

CULTURE

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Celebrating our heritage and sharing it with the world.


We support grassroots communities facing hunger, poverty, homelessness, health disparities, and educational challenges while creating opportunities for a brighter future in both Washington and Zambia.

Investing in education, skills development, mentorship, and opportunities for future generations.

Collaborating on development projects and supporting grassroots communities throughout Zambia.


Strengthening communities and supporting individuals and families experiencing hunger, poverty, homelessness, and other challenges.

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Rooted in Zambia.

Growing Together in Washington.

Our roots connect us. Our people make us stronger.

From Zambia to the Pacific Northwest, we are building brighter, healthier, and more unified communities while keeping our heritage and connection to Zambia alive.


Our roots connect us. Our people make us stronger.

From Zambia to the Pacific Northwest, we are building brighter, healthier, and more unified communities while keeping our heritage and connection to Zambia alive.

JOIN US

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UPCOMING EVENTS

ZAMBIA INDEPENCE DAY CELEBRATION

COMMUNITY - CULTURE - FUNDRAISER

Join us as we celebrate Zambia's independence through music, dance, food, culture, and community.

Come together with Zambians, friends of Zambia, families, and community partners as we celebrate our heritage and strengthen the connections that bring us together.

OUR IMAPCT

Stories & News

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Your Support Strengthens Communities

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Your donation helps us provide food, health resources, education, community programs, and opportunities for individuals and families in Washington and Zambia.

Every contribution—large or small—helps us continue building stronger communities and creating meaningful impact.

OUR PARTNERS

We collaborate with organizations, businesses, nonprofits, health organizations, educational institutions, community leaders, and supporters to create greater impact.

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