Amani Women Center Inc

What it reported doing in 2024

The Amani Community Ambassadors program is a vital initiative that provides training and leadership opportunities for both youth and adults within the community. These ambassadors serve as advocates within the AWC language services offering invaluable support to refugee women seeking assistance. Through culturally tailored methodologies they effectively educate and engage the community on crucial issues such as civic duties and educational workshops. Equipped with professional training and certifications across various disciplines these ambassadors are frontline advocates navigators and researchers addressing cultural barriers and effectively connecting diverse communities with essential services. The unique model developed by AWC ensures that all community members can access available resources and support tailored to their specific needs. In response to the challenges posed since the pandemic the AWC Community Ambassadors Leadership Program adapted its outreach efforts to focus on community engagement activities. This included providing transportation mobilizing resources conducting outreach campaigns research dissemination of information translation services interpretation as well as managing the community helpline in multiple languages. As we look ahead to 2024 AWCs community ambassadors remain dedicated to the Save Our Sisters Initiative - S.O.S. a project aimed at securing medical care for refugee women in Clarkston who are experiencing serious health issues resulting from FGM C. The AWC Community Ambassadors serve as a cornerstone in facilitating essential services for refugee women and survivors of violence particularly in addressing health challenges resulting from FGM C. By operating the community helpline in multiple languages they ensure that individuals can access the support they need. These ambassadors are instrumental in bridging cultural divides and dispelling myths and taboos that often hinder marginalized communities from seeking assistance. Through their ongoing efforts in the Save Our Sisters Initiative - S.O.S. project AWC community ambassadors are actively working towards securing medical care for those in urgent need underscoring their commitment to the well-being of all community members. In addition to their advocacy and support roles AWC Community Ambassadors engage in a wide range of activities to ensure the well-being and empowerment of the community. From providing transportation to mobilizing resources conducting research and offering translation and interpretation services these ambassadors play a multifaceted role in enhancing community resilience and cohesion. By participating in educational workshops and civic engagement initiatives they further empower community members to take an active role in shaping their future and accessing the resources available to them. The AWC Community Ambassadors Leadership Program represents a holistic approach to community engagement blending advocacy education and hands-on support to address the unique needs of diverse populations. By equipping ambassadors with professional training and certifications AWC ensures that they are well-prepared to navigate complex issues and serve as trusted voices within the community. Through their dedicated efforts in the Save Our Sisters Initiative - S.O.S. AWC community ambassadors are making a tangible difference in the lives of refugee women in need of critical medical care embodying the organizations commitment to compassion and solidarity. Overall the AWC Community Ambassadors program stands as a beacon of hope and support for marginalized communities offering a lifeline to those in need and empowering individuals to overcome barriers to essential services. Their dedication to serving as advocates educators and leaders within the community exemplifies the transformative impact of grassroots initiatives in fostering resilience and fostering social change. As AWC community ambassadors continue their vital work in 2024 and b

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 74.2%; rating input score 74
• Program expense ratio: 81.8%; rating input score 82
• Fundraising efficiency: $58.2 raised per $1 spent on fundraising; rating input score 80; 80th percentile among comparable filings

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 90.9%; rating input score 91; 8th percentile among comparable filings
• Pay-setting controls: Limited
• Foreign activity oversight: Limited
• Grant itemization coverage: Limited
• Major donor itemization: Yes; rating input score 100
• Related-party transparency: Limited

Accountability

• Independent voting board: 60%; rating input score 60; 12th percentile among comparable filings
• Governance controls: 5 of 9 controls in place; rating input score 56
  • Conflict-of-interest policy: Pass
  • Whistleblower policy: Pass
  • Document-retention policy: Pass
  • CEO compensation review process: Fail
  • Other executive compensation review process: Fail
  • Form 990 shared with the board: Pass
  • Board meeting minutes documented: Pass
  • Audit committee oversight: Missing
  • Independent financial-statement audit: Fail

Sustainability

• Operating margin: 11.1%; rating input score 63; 63rd percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 1.43; rating input score 54; 54th percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: 0.21; rating input score 30; 30th percentile among comparable filings
• Officer compensation ratio: 39.3%; rating input score 4; 4th percentile among comparable filings

Growth

• Program expense growth: 19.8% per year; rating input score 100; 82nd percentile among comparable filings
• Revenue growth: 15.5% per year; rating input score 100; 79th percentile among comparable filings
• Asset growth: 12.5% per year; rating input score 100; 66th percentile among comparable filings