Who We Are

Our Foundation Story

Zicoforward, emerged from the compassionate vision of Reverend. Zizipizga Lopez recognized the urgent need to address the challenges faced by marginalized women and disadvantaged girls in Malawi. What started as individual support in Areas 36 and 24 of Lilongwe grew into a formal organization when women requested structured assistance.

Our mission, addresses the multifaceted challenges faced by these groups, ranging from poverty and illiteracy to health disparities and social exclusion, by implementing sustainable, community, based programs that foster economic empowerment, social inclusion, and holistic development.

As a voluntary and private development Foundation Trust, we are non-profit in purpose and operate as a national non-governmental organization. Our work is guided by humanitarian principles and motivated by love and compassion to serve mankind with diligence.

Rev. Zizipizga Lopez

Founder

Our Core Objectives

Seven key objectives that drive our commitment to

transforming lives.

Restoring Dignity

Empowering women, girls, and children to reclaim their dignity and self-worth through comprehensive support programs.

Social Empowerment

Promoting social entrepreneurship and advancement opportunities for marginalized women and girls.

Economic Empowerment

Facilitating access to microfinance services, cooperatives, and income-generating activities.

Inclusive Development

Preparing women and girls for active participation in decision-making and leadership roles.

Moral Transformation

Guiding girls to become morally responsible and socially progressive citizens.

Education & Literacy

Eradicating illiteracy by supporting educational initiatives for women and orphaned girls..

Relief

New Home

Our Methodology

A comprehensive, community-focused approach that ensures effectiveness and sustainability. Zicoforward actively engages and collaborates with community stakeholders, churches, community-based organizations, and other NGOs to deliver needed services to women and girls in need.

Community- Centered Approach

Strategic Planning

Meticulous planning, organizing, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating activities to ensure effectiveness.

Community Engagement

Collaborating with churches, community-based organizations, and other NGOs to deliver tailored services.

Skills Training

Facilitating skills transfer and fostering an enterprise culture among women and girls

Relief & Development Programs

Emergency Response

Providing relief aid, psychosocial support, and counseling to disaster-affected women and girls.

Health Services

Operating private and children's hospitals (pediatrics) to address healthcare needs.

Agricultural Initiatives

Promoting crop, vegetable, and livestock production to enhance food security and economic independence.

Districts

1k+

Villages

We Believe In Change

Our Successful Projects

Wheelchair Donation Project

Through strategic partnerships, we distributed wheelchairs to women with disabilities, improving their mobility, independence, and access to essential services. This project restores dignity and enhances participation in community life.

Education Relief Project

Focused on eradicating illiteracy and promoting equal access to education, this project provides school supplies, tuition support, school uniforms, and mentorship to orphaned and disadvantaged girls. It empowers young women through learning and paves the way for brighter futures.

Cyclone Freddy Relief

In response to the devastation caused by Cyclone Freddy, Zicoforward provided emergency aid, food, and psychosocial support to affected families. Our swift intervention helped restore hope and stability in some of the hardest-hit areas.

Farming Relief Project

To combat hunger and improve livelihoods, Zicoforward introduced sustainable farming solutions, including the provision of seeds, tools, and training in crop and livestock production. This initiative promotes food security and income generation for vulnerable households.