Our Ongoing Multi Community Initiatives
We Are on the Move for Missions and Service
Servant Leadership Framework
Because we CAND Impact for Social Change
The acronym CAND represents our commitment to glow while shining light on community disparities
Maternal Health (MH) In partnership with university, non-profit organizations and community providers.
(Hospital staff training and maternal health program mentorship)
Study Away Program
(Ghana & Tanzania)
ICANDCSW - University Hospital Partnership: Advancing Maternal Mental Health and New-born Health through Integrative Social Practices.
ICANDCSW Maternal Health Initiative:
A Deeper Understanding of Maternal Health/Mental Care in Ghana and Tanzania
The ICANDCSW Maternal Health Program, initiated in Fall 2024, is a pioneering effort led by two esteemed faculty members. This program aims to enhance maternal health practices and address social justice issues related to maternal care in Ghana and Tanzania.
The Maternal Health Initiative brings together a diverse team of healthcare providers, professionals, and students. This interdisciplinary approach allows participants to gain valuable insights into maternal health practices while fostering cross-cultural exchange. Participants not only learn about local healthcare practices but also share their knowledge and experiences from the United States.
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We invite you to join us in this meaningful initiative. Your contribution, whether through active participation or the provision of resources for hospitals, clinics, and communities, is invaluable. Together, we can make a difference in maternal health care and social justice issues impacting mothers in Ghana and Tanzania.
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ICANDCSW is proud to announce its upcoming partnership with University Hospital and community clinics, aimed at addressing the critical social justice issue of maternal and new-born survival in around the world. We invite students from social work, public health, nursing, business, engineering and medical schools to join our collaborative efforts and embark on a transformative journey to Ghana and Tanzania.
Partnership Objectives:
1. Develop and implement culturally sensitive health education programs and workshops.
2. Mobilize resources and funds to support essential healthcare infrastructure at University Hospital and Community clinics.
3. Foster dynamic collaborations between students, healthcare professionals, and community stakeholders.
4. Promote social justice, health equity, and human rights for marginalized communities.
Join the Movement
By participating in this partnership, students will:
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Gain hands-on experience in global health and social justice.
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Develop cultural competency and nuanced understanding of local contexts.
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Contribute to meaningful change and improve health outcomes for mothers and new-borns in Ghana.​​​
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Together, we can drive sustainable impact and create a brighter future for generations to come.
Adopt a Community School
A Love for Literacy (ALFL)
(Social Workers Annual Book Donations)
U.S. Virgin Islands
(St. Croix)
Love for Literacy Project: Empowering Minds through Cultural Relevance
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Launched in 2021, the "Love for Literacy" initiative aims to foster a love for reading and learning among Caribbean students. This innovative project focuses on enriching in-school library resources with African-centered literature, academic workbooks, and novels catering to children and university students.
Project Objectives
1. Promote Literacy and Academic Excellence: Provide access to relevant, engaging, and culturally responsive materials that inspire a love for reading and learning.
2. Cultural Preservation and Pride: Showcase African-centered literature and resources that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the Caribbean region.
3. Bridge the Educational Gap: Support the academic development of students, particularly those in underserved communities, by providing essential resources and tools.
Join the Movement
Together, we can empower the minds of future generations and foster a lifelong love for literacy. Support the "Love for Literacy" project and help us create a brighter, more literate future for Caribbean students.
A Mission of Change and Service
(St. Croix, Asia, Ghana and Tanzania)
Unlock Global Opportunities: Study Abroad Initiatives for Students of African Diaspora and Afro-Caribbean Descent
Imagine a world where every college student, regardless of background or financial means, has the opportunity to explore, learn, and grow through study abroad experiences.
At ICAND, we're dedicated to making this vision a reality. We believe that cultural immersion, global understanding, and education can break down barriers and empower the next generation of leaders.
Will you join us on this mission? Your support can help bridge the gap in study abroad opportunities, providing life-changing experiences for students who need it most.
Together, let's create a more inclusive, compassionate, and interconnected world – one study abroad experience at a time."
How you can support
1. Student Sponsorship: Fund a student's study abroad experience, covering program fees, travel, and living expenses.
2. Fundraising Campaign: Contribute to our fundraising efforts, helping us raise essential funds for study abroad scholarships.
Name of study abroad fundraiser for college students “funds us one by one” (FundUS 1/1) Campaign (Inspired by 2 social work students and 2 EPMs from the trips to St. Croix, Asia, Ghana and Tanzania.
Upcoming
Community Initiatives
Black Women and Wellness Initiative
New Orleans, La.
(April 24-27, 2025)
What About Us (WAUS)
College Student and Wellness
Stress Management Workshops for College Freshmen
TBA (Spring 2025)
Interdisciplinary Connections
Exchange Program (ICEP)
Agency sends over Health Care Professionals to do Mental Health Training and Provide Service-Learning Activities for Communities at Risk for Disasters.
TBA (Fall 2026)
Ethel Mae’s Elder Companionship Program (EMECP)
Adopt an elder in your church or community
TBA (Fall 2026)