Who We Are

We do this work because we care.

At ECDC, we are led by individuals passionate about assisting refugees and immigrants due to their background and experience. We are the only national resettlement agency founded by an African. We are committed to empowering a network of similar organizations that are founded and/or led by former immigrants and refugees.

Our Vision

We envision a world where human rights are upheld, and people have an opportunity to live up to their full potential in safe and inclusive communities that respond effectively and fairly to the concerns and needs of their members.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide the basic needs of those, who can not provide for themselves (or are not provided for by other means) and help them to become self-reliant and lead a decent life in dignity.