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THE BOARD
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Jane Kimani
Jane Kimani is the founder and current Vice President of the Board of Directors. She is a strong advocate with a record of community healthcare outreach and education services within the African community in Worcester, Massachusetts. Jane is a Worcester State University graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Community Health Education and Masters in Education, with a concentration in Health Education. She is also a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and has facilitated numerous Health Education workshops locally and in Africa.
Jane is actively involved in Massachusetts Refugees Health and Assessment Program (RHAP) and is dedicated in improving health and wellness of the disadvantaged in the community, while promoting civic engagement. Currently Jane works at Cornerstone Healthcare Systems. Jane believes that open communication, a strong vision, team work and collaboration are the critical tools in serving and ensuring wellbeing of a community.
Jane is actively involved in Massachusetts Refugees Health and Assessment Program (RHAP) and is dedicated in improving health and wellness of the disadvantaged in the community, while promoting civic engagement. Currently Jane works at Cornerstone Healthcare Systems. Jane believes that open communication, a strong vision, team work and collaboration are the critical tools in serving and ensuring wellbeing of a community.
Wanja Kiraguri
Wanja Kiraguri joined UHAI in 2013 and she is currently the President of the Board of Directors. She has worked in the Human Services for over 15 years. Her diverse experience ranges from Residential Counseling, Fundraising and Planning and Development. For over 10 years, Wanja has been actively involved in the African community through community organizing and advocacy, working through churches & nonprofit organizations.
She has a passion for working with the less fortunate especially the refugee and immigrant community, with the goal of helping them overcome barriers to settling in their new environment. Her inspiration comes from her mother, who taught her from a young age the value and joy of giving back to her community and especially to the less fortunate. These lessons have ever since helped shape her philosophy and to this day continue to guide her in her work. For this reason, Wanja joined UHAI, working to eliminate barriers and build a healthier community.
She has a passion for working with the less fortunate especially the refugee and immigrant community, with the goal of helping them overcome barriers to settling in their new environment. Her inspiration comes from her mother, who taught her from a young age the value and joy of giving back to her community and especially to the less fortunate. These lessons have ever since helped shape her philosophy and to this day continue to guide her in her work. For this reason, Wanja joined UHAI, working to eliminate barriers and build a healthier community.
Janet Nguyo
Janet Nguyo brings the wealth of her profession as a Financial Analyst with hands on knowledge and experience to serve as UHAI’s treasurer. She has a Bachelor's of Accounting from Worcester State University. Prior to taking the treasurer position, she actively participated in UHAI outreach programs and events in various capacities. In addition, Janet serves as the Financial Advisor of Nia Investment Group, a self-help organization that helps women achieve financial independence. Janet plays an advisory role in investment strategy, planning and of financial projects.
