The Diamond Mine Academy
Who We Serve & What We Do
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Our Story
What We Teach
Proof of Possiblity
Why it Matters
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The Diamond Mine Academy
Who We Serve & What We Do
The Council
Our Story
What We Teach
Proof of Possiblity
Why it Matters
Partner With Us
Let Them Know You Care
Donate
Contact

Who We Serve & What We Do

Supporting vulnerable African women, men, and families displaced by violence, persecution, and social exclusion.

Priority Populations

Diamond Mine Academy supports vulnerable and at‑risk African women, men, and families who have been displaced due to identity‑based persecution, gender‑based violence, and social exclusion.

In many regions where we work, individuals and families face serious harm not because of actions they have taken, but because of who they are perceived to be, how they live, or how they love.

These dynamics are often intensified by hostile legal environments, cultural stigma, and economic marginalization.

We place particular focus on:

  • Women and children facing heightened risk due to gender‑based violence, family separation, and social stigma
  • Female‑headed households and caregivers navigating displacement, poverty, and exclusion
  • Individuals targeted for non‑conforming gender roles or perceived identity, resulting in violence, expulsion, or forced migration
  • Families impacted by community‑level persecution, moral policing, and loss of livelihood

Our approach prioritizes safety, dignity, and discretion. Public‑facing language is intentionally protective to reduce risk for those we serve while remaining legible to humanitarian partners and foundations.

“Vulnerability is not weakness; it is our greatest measure of courage.”
— Brené Brown

Why It Matters
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Programs & Goals

Diamond Mine Academy operates through a small number of focused, trauma‑informed programs designed to support safety, stability, and long‑term resilience for displaced individuals and families.

Our Programs

1. Safety & Stabilization

We support individuals and families at immediate risk by helping secure safe housing, emergency resources, and protective relocation pathways during periods of acute danger or transition.

This includes short‑term stabilization support and coordination with trusted local partners to minimize exposure and harm.


2. Trauma‑Informed Care & Emotional Support

Displacement and persecution leave deep psychological and emotional wounds. Our work centers nervous‑system safety, dignity, and relational care, offering trauma‑informed emotional support, peer connection, and grounding practices that help individuals regain stability and agency.


3. Economic Empowerment & Livelihood Pathways

We support pathways toward financial independence and self‑reliance through skills development, small‑scale livelihood initiatives, and community‑led economic projects, with particular attention to women and caregivers responsible for children.

4. Family‑Centered Support & Child Well‑Being

We prioritize keeping families intact whenever possible, recognizing that children’s safety, education, and emotional health are inseparable from the stability of their caregivers.

Our support for children is embedded within family‑centered care, focusing on protection, continuity, and long‑term well‑being.

What We Teach
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Our Goals (2026–2027)

By 2026–2027, Diamond Mine Academy aims to:

  • Support 100+ vulnerable women, men, and children through safety, stabilization, and protective care
  • Provide trauma‑informed support to at least 200 displaced individuals
  • Launch community‑led livelihood initiatives supporting long‑term stability for marginalized households
  • Strengthen cross‑border partnerships in Canada, the United States, and Africa to expand protection and empowerment pathways

These goals reflect our commitment to measured growth, ethical care, and sustainable impact rooted in dignity and trust.